OXFORD, Miss. – In this weekend’s production of the classic musical comedy “H.M.S. Pinafore,” don’t be surprised if you spot people you’re more used to seeing at the grocery or around town – even in the halls of the Lyceum – than on the stage. The University of Mississippi Opera Theatre presents “H.M.S. Pinafore” atRead the story …
Things Are Seldom What They Seem: Ship’s Crew Features Familiar Faces
Community members bring energy and diverse experience to comic 'H.M.S. Pinafore'
April 24, 2019 by
Ford Center Campaign Honors Chancellor Emeritus Khayat
All giving levels can grow UM performing arts center's endowment
April 24, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Organizers of a fundraising campaign for the University of Mississippi‘s performing arts center plan to honor Chancellor Emeritus Robert C. Khayat, who led the effort to bring the facility to life 16 years ago. The Celebrating the Arts campaign aims to increase the endowment of the Gertrude C. Ford Center for theRead the story …
Major Gift Benefits Banking Program
Estate of late alumnus bolsters endowment for faculty and program support
April 20, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Banking and finance students in the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration will benefit from strengthened faculty and program support, thanks to an estate gift from the late Ted Cunningham, a longtime banking professional. A frequent supporter of the school’s banking and finance program throughout his lifetime, the Phoenix resident bequeathedRead the story …
Impressive Graduate Sparks Fruitful Relationship
B&R Insurance inspired to hire others, supports RMI program
April 18, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi graduate’s resume resulted not only in Brown & Riding Insurance hiring the applicant but also sparked the company’s continuing interest in the university. Learning about the risk management and insurance program and its caliber of students, B&R has been inspired to make a major gift to UM andRead the story …
UM-Tupelo Students Earn University’s Top Academic Honor
Alexandria Sappington and Madison Hawes named 2019 Taylor Medalists
April 18, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Madison Hawes, of Saltillo, and Alexandria Sappington, of Pontotoc, both students at the University of Mississippi at Tupelo, are among a select group of graduating seniors who have been awarded a 2018-19 Marcus Elvis Taylor Medal, the highest academic award for Ole Miss students. The Taylor Medal was established in 1904 inRead the story …
Online Faculty Receive Paragon Award for Excellence in Teaching
Two UM instructors share honor for 2018-19 year
April 14, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – How do you make an online course as engaging as a live class and create an authentic learning experience for students outside a traditional classroom setting? The University of Mississippi Office of Academic Outreach works to highlight faculty members who are crafting online classes around these criteria each year. In its ninthRead the story …
An Appetite for Excellence
Restaurateur's gift will help ensure longevity of UM Southern Foodways Alliance
April 13, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When restaurateur Steve Palmer overheard one of his servers say she’d like to buy a home if only she had the down payment, he started a companywide home loan program. “We loan our employees their down payment interest-free,” said Palmer, of Charleston, South Carolina, who has 890 people on his payroll. “WeRead the story …
Museum Completes New Walton-Young House Art Installation
Three artists create high-visibility public art pieces on historic structure
April 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Oxford-area artists Rebekah Flake, Valerie Guinn Polgar and Sarah Barch have created custom art installations on the historic Walton-Young House, next door to the University of Mississippi Museum. The purpose of this installation is to animate the house and display the art of local artists. Each piece is weather-resistant and has tiesRead the story …
Division of Outreach Earns Constant Contact Award
Unit recognized among top 10 percent of users driving powerful marketing
April 9, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Digital marketing is a highly competitive and valuable resource for corporations, organizations and universities around the globe. The University of Mississippi’s Division of Outreach and Continuing Education has been honored for its successful use of this medium to reach prospective students and program participants through targeted email campaigns. This month, the marketingRead the story …
Frious’ Gift Supports Ole Miss Athletics
Stadium gate named for longtime supporters of university programs and students
April 6, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – New signage at Gate 14 of Vaught-Hemingway Stadium will serve as a lasting tribute to University of Mississippi alumnus Roger Friou and his wife, Susie, who have made a major gift in support of Ole Miss athletics. “When Billy Brewer was coach here, I was a real insider,” said Roger Friou, whoRead the story …