OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi doctoral student in physics has been recognized nationally for his excellence in science communications. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine in partnership with Schmidt Futures awarded Sumeet Kulkarni (MEd 21) with a 2023 Eric and Wendy Schmidt Award. He is among 24 honorees in eight categories.Read the story …
Doctoral Student Recognized for Excellence in Science Communications
Sumeet Kulkarni earns Schmidt award for writing, use of photography
November 30, 2023 by
Alumni Encourage Student Entrepreneurs at Summit
More than 250 students gather to gain insights from local success story
November 30, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi graduates responsible for introducing a groundbreaking marketplace app that has made thrift fashion more accessible for college students encouraged budding entrepreneurs and offered advice at the sixth annual REDe Entrepreneurship Summit. Hosted by the UM Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the annual summit celebrates and enhances entrepreneurial initiativesRead the story …
Rural Areas Provide Opportunity for Mississippi Homebuyers
UM professor says low-cost state provides options despite national challenges
November 28, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Rising interest rates and home prices, supply chain issues and limited inventory have combined to form a perfect storm of challenges for the nation’s housing market. In many sought-after Mississippi cities such as Oxford, Hernando, Madison and Gulfport, these trends are consistent. In certain areas of the state, however, opportunities exist forRead the story …
University Launching Program in Evidence-Based Policing and Reform
Curriculum leads to graduate certificate, available online beginning in spring semester
November 28, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In an effort to improve law enforcement and the relationships between police and the communities they serve, the University of Mississippi is launching a new graduate certificate program in evidence-based policing and reform. Beginning next spring, the Center for Evidence-Based Policing and Reform will offer a cutting-edge curriculum and training program designedRead the story …
Sweet Treats Raise Awareness of Blindness and Vision Impairment
Music major partners with Ole Miss Dining to write on cookies in braille
November 27, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Uniformed in a chef’s hat and jacket, University of Mississippi freshman Sarah Harmon sat at a special table in the Rebel Market on Nov. 10 decorating cookies. She adorned the treats with words such as “dream,” “love” and “joy.” These were no ordinary cookies, however, and Harmon is no ordinary baker. Harmon,Read the story …
Kinesiology Professor Inducted Into National Academy
Minsoo Kang honored for contributions to study of human movement
November 26, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi researcher has been honored as a fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology, one of the highest honors a kinesiology scholar can receive. Minsoo Kang, a professor of sport analytics, is among 17 new fellows inducted at the academy’s 92nd annual meeting in Newport Beach, California. The academyRead the story …
Familiar Faces Pay It Forward to Next Generation of Student-Athletes
Ole Miss Athletics Foundation strategies result in banner year of support from former players
November 25, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Ole Miss Athletics Foundation reports a significant increase in recent financial support received from former University of Mississippi student-athletes. Most contributions from the former Rebel players are directed to the Vaught Society, an umbrella organization that includes major gifts to Ole Miss athletics and gifts in kind. Also included are giftsRead the story …
Annual Banking Symposium Provides Insights Into Timely Challenges
Event draws largest crowd ever as participants eye impact of technology on industry
November 24, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Leveraging digital assets, mergers and acquisitions, trends in fintech and the use of artificial intelligence in banking were among the timely topics addressed at the 22nd annual Banking and Finance Symposium, hosted by the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration. The conference, held Oct. 27 at the Oxford Conference Center, drew itsRead the story …
University Honors Ole Miss 8 With Scholarships, Mentoring Program
53 years after expulsion, Ole Miss 8 commit to helping students achieve their dreams
November 22, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eight Mississippi residents are the inaugural recipients of the University of Mississippi’s Ole Miss 8 Scholarship, an award commemorating the eight students expelled from campus after a peaceful protest in 1970. University police arrested 89 students in front of Fulton Chapel during a protest on the evening of Feb. 25, 1970. TheRead the story …
UM Libraries Hires Archivist to Focus on University History
Speck-Thompson to document university's history, serve as liaison to departments
November 22, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jeannie Speck-Thompson, a native of Ecru, has been named university archivist, the first faculty member devoted to this position in two decades at the University of Mississippi. An assistant professor, Speck-Thompson will process multiple formats of archival materials that document the history and operations of the university, including correspondence, departmental newsletters, memoranda,Read the story …