Apple iPads for Student Use Apple’s iPad has been an extremely popular device and has set new standards for what is possible with tablet computing. We would like to make a few iPads available for check-out by students. These iPads would include Apple’s word processor (Pages), spreadsheet application (Numbers), and presentation software (Keynote). HavingRead the story …
Former Oxford resident donates 1962 memorabilia
December 10, 2012 by
Robert A. Herring III was in 11th grade when one of the most significant moments in Mississippi and American history took place just outside his front door. An eyewitness to the events surrounding James Meredith’s admission to the University of Mississippi, Herring has donated three scrapbooks to the university’s Department of Archives and SpecialRead the story …
Database adds new dimension to studying 18th-century texts
December 10, 2012 by
A recently added database, available through the University of Mississippi J.D. Williams Library, offers students a new way to learn and teachers a new way to teach. The Eighteenth Century Collections Online (ECCO) database provides more than 32 million pages published in the United Kingdom between 1701 and 1800, many of which were previously onlyRead the story …
UM Museum Joins Heritage Preservation’s Conservation Assessment Program
… UM Museum joins 2,800 museums in CAP assessment
December 7, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum has been chosen to participate in the 2012 Heritage Preservation Conservation Assessment Program. The UM Museum joins 2,800 museums that have participated in CAP in its 22-year history of serving museums. Heritage Preservation’s CAP is supported through a cooperative agreement with the federal Institute of MuseumRead the story …
Mausolf Receives Paragon Award for Excellence in Online Instruction
Instructor finds that distance learning opens new possibilities for students
December 7, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Anna Pechenik Mausolf, an instructor in the University of Mississippi’s Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management, has received the 2012 Paragon for Excellence in Distance Learning Education. The annual award recognizes an outstanding faculty member who has demonstrated excellence in instruction and service to Ole Miss students through theRead the story …
Gingerbread House Village Brings Holiday Wonderland to Ford Center
Exhibit runs Dec. 5-20, includes story times, caroling and an appearance by Santa
December 3, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In what is becoming an Oxford holiday tradition, the Gingerbread House Village will be on display Dec. 5-20 in the studio theatre of the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. “This is our third year displaying the village, and the confectionary creations keep getting bigger and better each holidayRead the story …
John Tesh Brings His Big Band Show to Ole Miss
Grammy-nominated performer visits Ford Center Dec. 16 as part of national tour
December 3, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Grammy-nominated composer, musician and nationally syndicated radio host John Tesh will perform his “Big Band Christmas” Dec. 16 at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Mississippi. Tickets to the 3 p.m. concert range from $39 to $50 for various seating and are available byRead the story …
Oxford Family Makes Gift to Endow UM Scholarship for Nutrition and Hospitality Management Department
Vasilyevs support first endowed fund for fast-growing department
November 26, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Like most parents, Bob and Rita Vasilyev are rarely surprised by the actions of their three adult children. ; So the Oxford couple was not stunned when the trio committed $130,000 to the University of Mississippi’s Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management, establishing the department’s first endowment in their family’s name. ;Read the story …
Annual Collectible Features “Walk of Champions” Arch
12th year the holiday keepsake has been offered by the University Museum.
November 15, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the 12th year, the University of Mississippi Museum is offering a collectible holiday keepsake, this time featuring an image of the university’s “Walk of Champions” arch. The limited commemorative keepsake is available for $25 plus tax. Collectibles from previous years – featuring the Barnard Observatory, Old Skipwith House, Brandt Memory House,Read the story …