OXFORD, Miss. – Nearly 60 years after her photo with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. made its way around the world, Grenada native Eva Grace Lemon joined classmate Charles Latham in discussing their hometown experiences during the height of the civil rights movement at a University of Mississippi event. The Feb. 27 talk atRead the story …
Grenada Classmates Recall Tribulations During Civil Rights Movement
Eva Lemon, known as MLK’s ‘Poster Child,’ discusses experience at UM event
May 4, 2023 by
University to Honor Diversity Excellence
April 11 ceremony marks a final event in university's 60th anniversary of integration observance
March 28, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As one of the final events in the University of Mississippi‘s 60th anniversary of integration commemoration, the university will honor faculty and staff achievements in diversity and inclusion. The Honoring Diversity Excellence ceremony and reception is set for 3 p.m. April 11 in the Ole Miss Student Union Ballroom. “Throughout the year,Read the story …
Study USA Offers Courses Tied to UM’s 60th Anniversary of Integration
Topics include minorities in health professions, politics of inequality
March 10, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s Study USA program is offering five intersession courses with themes related to the university’s 60th anniversary of integration. “My vision is for students to understand that what happened here concerning integration isn’t just about the university,” said Laura Antonow, director of the Office of College Programs in theRead the story …
Professor Launches LGBTQIA+ Emergency Fund
Sarah Isom Center director organized nonprofit to address concern
December 6, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Reggie Willis, who is transgender, will never forget when he lived in his truck on a diet of bagged cereal. He grew up in a middle-class family and lived a privileged life. He started at the University of Mississippi in 2013 as an accountancy major and received a scholarship to be inRead the story …
Generations: The University of Mississippi Then and Now
Four Black families share perspectives on their UM experience
October 17, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When civil rights activist James Meredith (BA 63) integrated the University of Mississippi in 1962, he made it possible for thousands of other Black people to follow him, including his late son Joseph, who received a doctorate in business administration in 2002, and granddaughter Jasmine, who received a master’s degree in integratedRead the story …
Legacy Celebration Honors Meredith, African American Firsts
Alumni return to alma mater for recognition and reflection
October 4, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Memories and laughter filled the air and a few tears filled some eyes as dozens of African Americans who achieved “firsts” at the University of Mississippi returned to their alma mater for the Legacy Celebration. Drawing more than 300 people, the Friday (Sept. 30) event in the Johnson Commons Ballroom was partRead the story …
A Seat for Everyone at the Longest Table
UM hosts students, faculty, staff, community members for dinner and diverse discussions
September 30, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Throughout much of the University of Mississippi‘s history, students such as James Meredith have been an integral part of spurring the change seen on campus today. To honor such students and promote conversation and fellowship, the Longest Table returns from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 2) in the Circle. The freeRead the story …
Meredith Scholarship Established on 60th Anniversary of UM Integration
Alumnus creates award to honor civil rights leader, help new generations of students
September 26, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A new scholarship fund honors civil rights hero James Meredith just in time to celebrate the 60th anniversary of his 1962 integration of the University of Mississippi, a historic achievement that opened the door for thousands of other students. The James H. Meredith Legacy Scholarship Fund was established by UM alumnus Dr.Read the story …
Library Events Commemorate 60th Anniversary of Integration
Alumna Dottie Chapman Reed, research librarians offer historical account, new perspectives
September 22, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Libraries‘ Department of Archives and Special Collections is commemorating the university’s 1962 integration with two lectures and an ongoing exhibit. The lectures offer a one-of-a-kind historical perspective and new digital scholarship exploring the response to the integration. From the Depths of the Archives The materials lining the DepartmentRead the story …
Law School to Host Screening of ‘You Asked for the Facts’
Documentary examines Robert F. Kennedy's visit to the university
September 22, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In conjunction with the week of events marking 60 years of integration at the University of Mississippi, the School of Law will host a screening of the PBS syndicated documentary film “You Asked for the Facts: Robert Kennedy at the University of Mississippi” on Monday (Sept. 26). The film chronicles U.S. Sen.Read the story …