OXFORD, Miss. – Many people can point back to a teacher who encouraged them, challenged them or in some other way made a profound impact on their lives. The University of Mississippi School of Education encourages everyone to thank those teachers who made a difference in their lives. As National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 7-11)Read the story …
Mississippi Innocence Film Premieres Thursday on MPB
April 27, 2012 by
… Curriculum released to help educators discuss film’s issues OXFORD, Miss. – What will it take to instigate lasting change in the entrenched errors of our criminal justice system? The Mississippi Innocence Project at the University of Mississippi School of Law, along with the university’s Media and Documentary Projects Center, scrutinizes that issue in theirRead the story …
UMMC Free Oral Cancer Screening Set for Friday
April 26, 2012 by
JACKSON, Miss. – Mississippi has one of the nation’s highest smoking rates, with 26 percent of its residents lighting up regularly. But even nonsmokers should be aware of the warning signs for oral cancer. For that reason, physicians and dentists at the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Oral Oncology Clinic urge everyone to take advantageRead the story …
UMMC Congenital Heart Surgery Team Bests National Averages in Two Years
April 24, 2012 by
JACKSON, Miss. – As it marks its two-year anniversary this month, the congenital heart surgery team at Batson Children’s Hospital at the University of Mississippi Medical Center has reason to celebrate. Not only is the program thriving with more than 550 operations completed, but the outcomes of those procedures are better than the national averageRead the story …
Ole Miss Womens Council Legacy Award
April 22, 2012 by
Former Gov. William Winter and wife Elise Winter react to comments during ceremonies honoring them as recipients of the third annual Legacy Award from the Ole Miss Womens Council during events Saturday at the University of Mississippi. The Legacy Award recognizes the contributions of individuals who epitomize the council’s goals of philanthropy, leadership and mentorship.Read the story …
‘Three Hens and Peacock’ Claims Read Aloud Book Award
April 19, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A story of three mischievous hens, an alluring peacock and a farmer who sells heaps of fresh produce is the winner of the third annual Read Aloud Book Award given by the Center for Excellence in Literacy Instruction at the University of Mississippi. A committee of nine literacy educators and students selectedRead the story …
L-O-U Symphony Orchestra Set for Ford Center Concert
April 17, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss – The Lafayette-Oxford-University Symphony, with faculty soloist Diane Wang, will conclude the 2011-2012 concert season at an April 30 concert at the University of Mississippi. The concert is set for 8 p.m. in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $6 for students withRead the story …
Reigning Miss University Honored
April 14, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kayla Snow, the reigning Miss University, was hosted at the state Capitol in Jackson Tuesday (April 10) by two members of the Legislature. Sen. Russell Jolly (D-Houston) of District 8 and Rep. Preston Sullivan (D-Okolona) of District 22, both of Chickasaw County, invited the University of Mississippi senior to visit the CapitolRead the story …
Prominent Lobbyists Offer Insider’s Look at Washington
April 14, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three of Washington’s most prominent lobbyists will discuss how things get done in the nation’s capital Thursday (April 19) during a program at the University of Mississippi. The program features Ole Miss graduates John Hall, senior vice president of public relations for the American Bankers Association; Joel Wood, senior vice president ofRead the story …
UM Celebrates Grand Opening of Insight Park
April 14, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Rainy weather did not dampen the April 5 grand opening of the University of Mississippi’s new research facility, Insight Park. “This is an exciting time for the university,” said Alice Clark, vice chancellor for research and sponsored programs. “The purpose of Insight Park is to ensure that the research outcomes of world-classRead the story …