Acclaimed classical composer, violinist and violist Maria Newman performed a free concert in the J.D. Williams Library on Sept. 20 at the University of Mississippi. Sponsored by the university’s Department of Archives and Special Collections, the event drew a crowd of about 60 to hear the performance, which took place in the Faulkner Room. “HavingRead the story …
Musical Performance Honors Poet Laureate
Artist and ensemble performed original music, film score
November 19, 2013 by
Workshop Shows Teachers How to Use the Blues in the Classroom
Curriculum brings blues tradition into fourth-grade history classrooms
November 19, 2013 by
Mississippi teachers and educators took a multifaceted look at the new Mississippi Blues Trail Curriculum in a workshop hosted by the J.D. Williams Library Blues Archive Sept. 21. According to the Mississippi Blues Trail website, the curriculum was created to bring the blues tradition into fourth-grade history classrooms and acquaint students with the experiences ofRead the story …
New Acquisitions
November 19, 2013 by
University Libraries would like to thank donors for the many new collections it has received recently. The gifts allow the library to provide the best experience possible for its patrons. While selected gifts are highlighted here, all donations are essential to the development of the library, and the value of all generous gifts cannot beRead the story …
Exhibits and Events: ‘William Faulkner’s Books: A Bibliographic Exhibit’
New exhibit to run through January 2015
November 19, 2013 by
Library patrons will have the opportunity to learn about William Faulkner’s extensive literary career when “William Faulkner’s Books: A Bibliographic Exhibit” goes on display in January. The exhibit features 20 cases dedicated to books and artifacts that go along with them, such as photographs and related collateral materials. “This is the first complete Faulkner exhibitRead the story …
Libraries’ Wish List
Winter 2013 wish list for University Libararies
November 19, 2013 by
1.) Book presses Large and medium book presses are needed in the library preservation room to hold books in place while glue or adhesive sets. The J.D. Williams Library has a large collection of damaged books that could be repaired with the help of these presses. Book press, large: $295 Book press, medium: $225 2.)Read the story …
Miss University Pageant Set for Wednesday
Contest to feature 11 UM students at the Ford Center
November 19, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eleven University of Mississippi students are set to vie for the title of Miss University 2014 next week at the annual Miss University pageant. Set for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday (Nov. 20) at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for Performing Arts, the pageant is hosted by the Student Activities Association and the OleRead the story …
University Museum Unveils 2013 Holiday Keepsake Ornament
Double-decker bus design captures iconic image from Oxford's popular town Square
November 18, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the 13th year, the University of Mississippi Museum is offering a new keepsake ornament for the holiday season. This year’s design features Oxford’s beloved double decker bus. The double decker buses were imported from England to Oxford in 1994. They have become established icons in the city of Oxford for theirRead the story …
‘The Wellspring’ Opens at University Museum
Rome Prize fellow, former UM art teacher Hamlett Dobbins to lecture on works
November 12, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Painter Hamlett Dobbins’ exhibition, “The Wellspring,” a collection of works that draw from a diverse set of experiences with Dobbins’ two children, will be featured at the University of Mississippi Museum through Feb. 22, 2014. The exhibit opens Tuesday (Nov. 12), and the museum hosts an opening reception for the exhibit fromRead the story …
Campus Connections Brings Enlightening Programming to Ford Center
Three performances during November connect faculty and students to the stage community
November 5, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Campus Connections, the newest series at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts, is in full swing this month with three performances designed for the university community. The Campus Connections series features faculty-led student ensembles or involve themes that are of particular importance to students. This month’s performances include “FahrenheitRead the story …
Museum Family Activity Day Encourages Kooky Art Creation
Families invited to create own masterpieces inspired by works of Ron Dale
October 30, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum will host Kooky Creations Family Activity Day this weekend, providing the community with a chance to create quirky art inspired by ceramist Ron Dale. Dale’s exhibit, “Recollecting: 1980-2012,” is on display at the museum through Jan. 11, 2014, featuring fun, bright pieces that capture the imagination ofRead the story …