OXFORD, Miss. – Six new freshmen at the University of Mississippi enrolled this fall as scholars selected for membership in the Lott Leadership Institute. New Lott Leadership Scholars for 2009-10 are (l-r) Charles “Justin” Sanders of Madison, Molly Hunter Harris of East Greenwich, R.I., Hunter Owen Nicholson of Brandon, Sarah Key Robinson of Brandon, MorganRead the story …
Former FBI Psychologist to Provide Insight into National Intelligence Agency
October 14, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Geospatial intelligence has been used to pinpoint terrorist training camps in Afghanistan, assess the devastation following the Samoan Island tsunami and safeguard such events as the recent presidential inauguration and Super Bowl. Meredith Krause
Black Alumni Return to Discuss Career Options with Students
October 12, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Seven young University of Mississippi alumni will return to their alma mater Friday (Oct. 16) to share with students the secrets of their successful careers.
Engineering Majors Help High School Students Master Math, Prepare for Statewide Competition
October 7, 2009 by
Coaching last year helped Clarksdale team to state finals OXFORD, Miss. – As a product of Clarksdale’s public schools, Donyell Myles remembers the challenges he and other students faced in their pursuit of a higher education. Donyell Myles (left) of Clarksdale coaches Roschelle Ollie of Clinton on MathCounts problems and how to tutor students. BothRead the story …
Student-led Institute on Children’s Speech Disorders Swells in Attendance, Raises Funds to Attend Meeting
September 24, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – By trying some new approaches, Communication Sciences and Disorders students at the University of Mississippi are experiencing a successful conference this week. Barbara Hodson of Wichita State University discusses phonological skill analysis techniques at the Department of Communication Services and Disorders annual Fall Institute. UM photo by Kevin Bain.
Student Pharmacy Honorary Wins Service Award at National Convention
September 23, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Pharmacy students at the University of Mississippi who are members of a national professional pharmacy fraternity dedicated to uniting women pharmacy students have received national recognition for community service. UM’s Alpha Gamma Chapter of Kappa Epsilon recently received the Spirit of Service award at the 47th Kappa Epsilon National Convention in Indianapolis.Read the story …
Alumni Association to Honor Six at Homecoming for Achievement, Service
September 18, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Alumni Association honors six alumni with its highest annual awards during Homecoming Weekend Oct. 16-17.
Overall Enrollment Soars Past 18,000, Booneville, Grenada campuses show most growth
September 11, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For 13 consecutive years, the University of Mississippi has broken enrollment records, but when this fall’s preliminary enrollment reached 18,344 students, a sense of excitement began spreading across the Oxford campus. The University of Mississippi continues to attract students with high academic and leadership abilities. UM Photo by Nathan Latil.
Career Week Sept. 14-17 Offers Students Interview Opportunities, Networking
September 11, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In an unstable job market, many students have second thoughts about landing their dream job after graduation. Through events held during Ole Miss Career Week, Sept. 14-17, University of Mississippi students can weigh their options after undergraduate school.