OXFORD, Miss. – “Life changing.” “Incredible.” “Eye-opening.” “Extraordinary.” A group of University of Mississippi students recently used these words to describe the unique experiences they had this summer that not only enhanced their career skills but also opened doors for their future. Last month, students met with UM administration, faculty and staff to discuss their experiencesRead the story …
Students Starting Careers with Help from Internship Experience Program
Program supports students interning in Atlanta, D.C., and New York
October 26, 2018 by
Anchorage to Oxford: Student Travels 4,500 Miles for Graduate School
Son, father drive eight days to begin Ole Miss IMC program
October 10, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Chris Lawrence and his father spent eight days on the road from Anchorage, Alaska, to Oxford, going through a CD case full of classic rock, telling stories and taking in diverse landscapes on a 4,500-mile adventure to start a new journey as a graduate student at the University of Mississippi. At theRead the story …
McLean Institute Grant Award to Fund Community Engagement
Hearin Foundation provides support for research and service efforts
October 5, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss – A grant from the Robert M. Hearin Support Foundation for the University of Mississippi’s McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement will fund research and service aimed at increasing community and economic development in Mississippi communities. The McLean Institute welcomes a new group of outstanding students from around the globe thisRead the story …
Politics Dominate Autumn Schedule at UM Overby Center
Twelfth year of programing continues with Wednesday evening discussion
September 17, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Fresh off the success of bringing the popular MSNBC program “Morning Joe” to Oxford, the University of Mississippi’s Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics is preparing a slate of election year-themed discussions on campus. The center’s 12th year of programs at Ole Miss began Friday (Sept. 14), with an evening atRead the story …
Professor Uses NSF Grant to Study Interpersonal Communications
Graham Bodie and colleagues study conversations about everyday stressors, levels of support
August 9, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Graham Bodie believes that if people can feel that they’re being heard during times of stress, their lives will improve. With that in mind, he is working to find the best way to teach critical listening skills that could enhance lives. A visiting professor of integrated marketing communications at the University ofRead the story …
Alumna Credits Ole Miss with Helping Her Win Miss Tennessee
Christine Williamson to compete in Miss America pageant next month
August 9, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi alumna Christine Williamson has spent countless hours with children of the Children’s Miracle Network. Christine’s passion for helping others is a big part of why she won Miss Tennessee, said her sister, Christal Williamson. “She really cares about the children there,” said Christal, a 20-year-old junior at the University ofRead the story …
Journalism Students Earn National Accolades
Reporters and designers recognized for their work by national organizations
August 1, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An education at the University of Mississippi’s Meek School of Journalism and New Media often results in recognition, and several Ole Miss students have been honored nationally for their journalistic endeavors. A team of students led by instructional assistant professors Ji Hoon Heo and John Baker placed in the top 20 inRead the story …
Journalism Student Receives Prestigious National Scholarship
Brittany Brown awarded $10,000, participating in investigative fellowship
July 29, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi rising senior has been recognized for her commitment to journalism with a $10,000 scholarship. Brittany Brown, a journalism major from Quitman, is the recipient of the Ed Bradley Scholarship from the Radio Television Digital News Foundation. The award, named in honor of the late CBS News’ “60 Minutes”Read the story …
Magazine Association Establishes Endowment to Assist UM Students
Internship assistance program awards grants for pursuit of media job opportunities
July 26, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – MPA – The Association of Magazine Media has awarded a $25,000 endowment to the University of Mississippi’s Magazine Innovation Center to launch a fund that will support the next phase of magazine education through the Meek School of Journalism and New Media. The award is earmarked to assist with the cost ofRead the story …
‘It Starts with (Me)ek’ Team Wins Silver Anvil
Award is considered to be the Oscar of the PR industry
July 3, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An instructor in the University of Mississippi Meek School of Journalism and New Media and her 30-student team have won a Silver Anvil, the most prestigious U.S. award in public relations, for “It Starts with (Me)ek,“ a public relations campaign they created asking students to “just pause” before stereotyping others. The award, givenRead the story …