OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s new Industry Engagement Council is poised to maximize relationships between the university and private industry, creating strategic alliances that are beneficial to both. “Industry can tap into the knowledge base of our faculty while in turn providing opportunities for our students and graduates, who will ultimately put theirRead the story …
Engaging Industry with Higher Education
UM seeks to increase partnerships with new council, director
February 8, 2020 by
Online Campaign to Improve UM Student Art Gallery
Dozens of student exhibitions each year need better lighting
February 5, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Every student seeking a degree in fine arts from the University of Mississippi Department of Art and Art History is required to exhibit their work in Meek Hall’s Gallery 130 before graduating. For most students, the exhibit is a joyful highlight of their college careers. However, an outdated lighting system makes theRead the story …
Winter Session Students Get Close-Up Look at Government in D.C.
Course through Haley Barbour Center for Study of American Politics features visit to nation's capital
February 3, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – While many of their peers slept in or otherwise relaxed during the winter break, eight University of Mississippi students eagerly tackled the topics of campaigns, elections and advocacy in the United States, thanks to a partnership between Study USA and the Haley Barbour Center for the Study of American Politics. These OleRead the story …
Campus Nurse Discusses Industry Topics at National Conference
Elizabeth Vaughn part of Challenges in College Health panel at annual Medicat meeting
February 2, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss – Two University of Mississippi Health Services officials discussed a variety of topics affecting college health during a recent panel session at a nationwide conference for college and health care professionals. Elizabeth Vaughn, IT staff nurse, and Alex Langhart, director of University Health Services, represented the university at the national conference, where moreRead the story …
A Gift for Future Journalists
New scholarship memorializes UM journalism school graduate
February 1, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Colleagues of the late Trey Jordan, of New Orleans, describe the University of Mississippi alumnus as the consummate professional, an outstanding leader and great motivator who was honest, sincere and compassionate. He was well-rounded, they said, and fun – even at work for Northrup Grumman Corp., where he served as an informationRead the story …
Awarding Excellence in Arts and Humanities
UM art history professor Nancy Wicker receives first Hensley Award
January 25, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi art history professor is the first recipient of a new research award that is already garnering global recognition for the College of Liberal Arts. Nancy Wicker, the inaugural recipient, used the gift in September to offset expenses associated with her participation in the annual meeting of the AssociationRead the story …
Celebrating 20 Exceptional Years
Women's Council hosts Feb.14 dinner, auction of 'experiences' to bolster student programming
January 18, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Twenty years ago, a group of University of Mississippi alumnae leaders set out to use their resources and voices to help change the world – one student at a time. The Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy will celebrate its anniversary Feb. 14 with a dinner-dance and auction of unique experiences toRead the story …
Young Engineers Support UM Engineering Students
Alyssa and Jesse Revis share their success with Ole Miss family
January 11, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Alyssa and Jesse Revis know how scholarships can transform lives. Financial awards gave each of them academic opportunities that led to their successful engineering careers. Alyssa Smith Revis graduated with a degree from the University of Mississippi School of Engineering in 2013. Just six years later, she and husband Jesse have establishedRead the story …
Bogens Provide Hope for Students
Women's Council scholarship honors UM alumna, benefits freshmen
January 10, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – “Hope lifts her maiden finger pointing to the eternal Home on whose portals they linger looking back for us to come.” Though that’s the epitaph on a headstone marking the grave of the late Patsy Moore Bogen’s great-great grandfather, friends and family say the sentiment could easily apply to her. “Patsy livedRead the story …
Harvest Supper Enjoys Success at Rowan Oak
Annual event raises support for University Museum
January 8, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The 2019 Harvest Supper, on the grounds of Rowan Oak, raised more than $125,000 to support the University of Mississippi Museum and Historic Houses. The Friends of the Museum’s annual sold-out event connects Ole Miss alumni, local residents and out-of-town guests with artists, writers and musicians for dinner and entertainment at theRead the story …