OXFORD, Miss. – In receiving this year’s Joey Embry Scholarship, University of Mississippi freshman Lori Wilson carries on the legacy – and in many ways, the spirit – of the student-athlete who died tragically in 1998, just months before he was expected to be a major contributor on the Rebel offensive line. According to BobbyRead the story …
Embry Legacy Continues with Latest Scholar
Wilson receives 2017 award created in UM football player's memory
October 21, 2017 by
Ford Center Hosts ‘Rent’ Anniversary Tour
Award-winning musical set for Thursday UM performance
October 19, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The 20th anniversary national tour of the smash musical “Rent” visits the University of Mississippi for one performance Thursday (Oct. 26) at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. “Rent” follows the lives of seven impoverished artists in New York City over the course of a year as they fightRead the story …
Southaven Parks’ Marketing Director Reflects on DeSoto Center Tenure
Olivia Craig earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in May
October 8, 2017 by
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. – Olivia Craig has been quite busy since graduating from the University of Mississippi at DeSoto Center -Southaven in May. Craig, who earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, immediately landed a job as director of marketing for the city of Southaven’s Parks and Recreation Department. The department oversees multiple facilities forRead the story …
Davenport Gift to Support University’s ‘Seat of Knowledge’
UM alumnus designates J.D. Williams Library in estate plans
October 7, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi was once known as the campus where everybody speaks. Even today, despite smart phones and ear buds, Ole Miss retains its reputation as a place where professors know students by name and strangers are just friends who haven’t yet become acquainted. That personable atmosphere goes a long way.Read the story …
Science Day Returns to UM Field Station
Researchers to host LOU community on Saturday, Oct. 7
October 6, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Researchers from a variety of disciplines will share insights about their work and the environment of northeast Mississippi this weekend during Science Day at the University of Mississippi Field Station. The event, set for from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 7), is designed for visitors ages 5 and up. A $5Read the story …
Students Share Experiences from New York and D.C. Summer Internships
UM program helps students make transition from college to career
October 3, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Preparing for the transition from college to career can be intimidating. The University of Mississippi Internship Experience Program, in its 10th year, helps make that move successful for students through career preparation and internship opportunities in New York and Washington, D.C. Participants in the summer 2017 cohort recently presented an overview ofRead the story …
University Museum Receives $5,000 LOFT Grant for Education
Funds will help create mobile gallery and new educational spaces
September 29, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Lafayette Oxford Foundation for Tomorrow has awarded $5,000 to the University of Mississippi Museum’s education department. The grant was awarded as part of LOFT’s annual night of giving more than $27,000 to local community nonprofit organizations. The museum was selected from six competitive education category applicants. The grant will be usedRead the story …
Special Collections Fall Lecture Series Begins this Month
Lunch lectures on varied topics slated throughout the semester
September 15, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Libraries’ Department of Archives and Special Collections will feature guest speakers on a variety of topics during its Fall Lecture Series. “I am so pleased Special Collections has such a distinguished panel of speakers scheduled for the fall,” said Jennifer Ford, the department’s head. “The presentations address subjectsRead the story …
Cyrus Chestnut Quartet to Perform at Ford Center
Thursday show is first in the 2017-18 Jazz Series
September 12, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts will host a night of jazz Thursday (Sept. 14) with the Cyrus Chestnut Quartet. Chestnut, a Baltimore native and soulful jazz pianist, blends contemporary, traditional and gospel jazz styles with soulful sounds and a mix of Latin and samba. HisRead the story …
UM Communiversity Classes Help Locals Try Something New this Fall
Schedule includes $10 Lunch and Learn holiday classes
September 6, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – What does learning to decorate a home like Joanna Gaines, spinning around the dance floor like your favorite “Dancing With The Stars” couple and decorating a cake like you’re a contender on “Cake Wars” have in common? These are just a few of the things participants can learn during the University ofRead the story …