Putting an end to discrimination and sexual violence on our campus is an important topic to everyone at the University of Mississippi. Although many programs exist and are being developed to combat these issues, the question is, what can we, as employees, do to effect change? As stewards of the UM Creed, we all haveRead the story …
Rockefeller Discovers Rich Culture of Delta during UM Visit
Bruce Levingston's guest lectures provide insights for students and longtime friends
November 3, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Pianist Bruce Levingston draws on his longtime relationships with notable figures from the world of arts and humanities to provide unique opportunities for students in the University of Mississippi’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College. Along the way, he also tries to show his friends a side of Mississippi that the mass mediaRead the story …
David Rockefeller Jr. and Bruce Levingston Set for UM Performance
Distinguished friends unite Wednesday for evening of words and music
September 26, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Conservationist and philanthropist David Rockefeller Jr. and longtime friend and pianist Bruce Levingston, Chancellor’s Honors College Artist-in-Residence and holder of the Lester Glenn Fant Chair at the University of Mississippi, are teaming up onstage this week for an evening of words and music. The performance is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday (Sept.Read the story …
Here’s a Quick Guide to Commencement
May 6, 2016 by
The University of Mississippi will present degrees to more than 4,000 students Saturday (May 14) at its 163rd Commencement. The ceremony, set for 9 a.m. in the Grove, features renowned broadcast news anchor Tom Brokaw as speaker. The College of Liberal Arts and individual school ceremonies will follow at various locations throughout the day. InRead the story …
Hotty Toddy HR Almighty!
HR staff takes on the ‘Healthy Team Challenge’
March 30, 2016 by
Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of participating with my colleagues in Leadercast’s Healthy Team Challenge. Healthy team? The program challenged us with weekly discussions concerning our team dynamics, leadership topics, as well as a physical challenge for good measure. Hello, have you met me? This is right up my DNA! Week One: No small feat, ourRead the story …
Bruce Levingston Takes Mississippi Inspiration to Carnegie Hall
March 28, 2016 by
As the University of Mississippi’s Chancellor’s Honors College Artist-in-Residence, Bruce Levingston introduces many influential artists to Mississippi, including our rich culture, our storied past and the artistry that has emerged from both. In his upcoming April 4 performance at Carnegie Hall, Levingston will feature works inspired by two important Mississippians whose lives embodied the trueRead the story …
RebelTHON Dance Marathon Nearly Doubles Goal
Event raises more than $112,000 for children's hospital
February 22, 2016 by
University of Mississippi students raised $112,603 for Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital at this year’s RebelTHON, held over the weekend at the Turner Center. The total was announced following the annual dance marathon. RebelTHON is a yearlong fundraiser for Batson Children’s Hospital, which is part of the UM Medical Center in Jackson. Thirteen patients from the hospitalRead the story …
Legendary Dancers to Perform at Spring Honors Convocation
Bruce Levingston, acclaimed dancers to debut collaboration before taking show to New York
February 17, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – This year’s Spring Convocation for the University of Mississippi’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College will bring together three world-renowned artists for a preview performance of “Trio ConcertDance with Alessandra Ferri, Herman Cornejo and Bruce Levingston.” The Artist Series special performance, co-sponsored by the Honors College and the USA International Ballet Competition, is set forRead the story …
Inaugural Mighty Half and 5-K Set for Saturday
Organizers hope to encourage healthy lifestyles, establish a Mighty Milers program
February 16, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Run Oxford’s Mighty Half and 5-K is set for Saturday (Feb. 20) at the University of Mississippi. The community running group will host the inaugural event sponsored by RebelWell and the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation. One of four races making up The Inn at Ole Miss 2016 GrandRead the story …