Archived rare and historically significant items included in exhibition OXFORD, Miss. – When the University of Mississippi opened its Blues Archive to the public in 1984, it was touted to become “the finest of its kind in the world.”
Patricia Thompson Selected as Director of Student Media Center
September 16, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Veteran journalist Patricia Thompson has been named director of the S. Gale Denley Student Media Center at the University of Mississippi.
Residential College Grand Opening Sept. 18 Features Ribbon-cutting, Reception
September 14, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A public program Friday (Sept. 18) at the University of Mississippi marks the grand opening of the new residential college.
Award-Winning Science Writer to Deliver Honors College Convocation Sept. 14
September 11, 2009 by
Program kicks off year devoted to pursuit of physical truths OXFORD, Miss. – Award-winning science journalist Dava Sobel delivers the fall convocation for the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College at the University of Mississippi Monday (Sept. 14).
Overall Enrollment Soars Past 18,000, Booneville, Grenada campuses show most growth
September 11, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For 13 consecutive years, the University of Mississippi has broken enrollment records, but when this fall’s preliminary enrollment reached 18,344 students, a sense of excitement began spreading across the Oxford campus. The University of Mississippi continues to attract students with high academic and leadership abilities. UM Photo by Nathan Latil.
Sept. 27 is ‘Ole Miss Day’ at the 2009 Mid-South Fair
September 11, 2009 by
UM students, faculty, staff to entertain, inform the public OXFORD, Miss. – People of all ages are expected to Experience Amazing first hand as the University of Mississippi presents “Ole Miss Day at the Mid-South Fair” Sept. 27. A wide range of fun and exciting entertainment by Ole Miss students, coupled with informational booths mannedRead the story …
New Dean of Meek School of Journalism Welcomed at Public Reception Sept. 21
September 11, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Will Norton, founding dean of the new Ed and Becky Meek School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi, is the guest of honor at a public reception Sept. 21 in Farley Hall. Will Norton
Career Week Sept. 14-17 Offers Students Interview Opportunities, Networking
September 11, 2009 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In an unstable job market, many students have second thoughts about landing their dream job after graduation. Through events held during Ole Miss Career Week, Sept. 14-17, University of Mississippi students can weigh their options after undergraduate school.
Overby Center to Host Special Series of Programs Set for ‘Football Fridays’
September 10, 2009 by
‘Gatherings Before the Grove’ series begins Sept. 18 OXFORD, Miss. – The Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics at the University of Mississippi is sponsoring a special series of programs this fall on Friday afternoons before home football games.
Thames Comeback Sauce Is a Family Affair
September 10, 2009 by
Two generations of Ole Miss alums spread their unique blend of table sauce OXFORD, Miss. – The state’s rich culinary legacy includes a popular condiment known as “comeback sauce,” supposedly so good you’ll keep coming back for more. Wade Thames