OXFORD, Miss. – Bepress, a leading academic software firm, has selected the University of Mississippi‘s Michelle Emanuel as a 2023 Digital Commons IR All-Star. Emanuel, head of metadata and digital initiatives for University Libraries, is one of four 2023 All-Stars and recently presented “Powering Your Institutional Showcase with Niche Collections” at the 2023 Digital CommonsRead the story …
University Librarian is a Digital Commons IR All-Star
Michelle Emanuel recognized for eGrove digital repository
April 24, 2023 by
University Celebrates Employee, Community Service
Annual program recognizes achievements in research, learning, service and scholarship
April 20, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Division of Diversity and Community Engagement recognized outstanding accomplishments in community-engaged research, learning, service and scholarship Tuesday (April 18) during its annual Celebration of Service. Honors presented included the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Service Award, the Excellence in Community Engagement Award, and the Community Engaged Development Partnership Fund awards.Read the story …
Get to Know the 2022-23 Hall of Fame Inductees
Honorees lauded for leadership, service and academic achievement
April 18, 2023 by
Ten University of Mississippi seniors have been inducted into the university’s 2022-23 Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors given to Ole Miss students. Inductees were selected by a committee in accordance with policy developed by the Associated Student Body. Selections are based on outstanding contributions in all aspects of campus life. Inductees wereRead the story …
Chemistry Professor Honored as UM Teacher of the Year
Jason Ritchie receives Elsie M. Hood Award at annual Honors Convocation
April 14, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jason Ritchie has received many awards and honors in his 23 years of teaching at the University of Mississippi. But the 2023 recipient of the Elsie M. Hood Outstanding Teacher Award says the latest ranks as his most rewarding. The associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry was presented the coveted accolade byRead the story …
Chinese, Arabic Students Achieve Capstone
16 UM Flagship students accepted for yearlong study abroad program
April 10, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi record 16 Language Flagship seniors are headed abroad to hone their language skills after being accepted for the Chinese and Arabic capstone year programs. The capstone is a final year of direct enrollment and study at a university in Taiwan or Morocco, followed by an internship. The 12Read the story …
Neuroscientist Set as Speaker for Brain Awareness Week
Javier Gonzalez Maeso to examine effects of psychedelics and their therapeutic potential
April 7, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Globally renowned neuroscientist Javier Gonzalez Maeso will discuss the effects of psychedelics on the mind as part of Brain Awareness Week, set for April 11-13 at the University of Mississippi. The professor of physiology and biophysics at Virginia Commonwealth University will address the topic during the Oxford Neuroscience Cafe at 6 p.m.Read the story …
Active Minds Seeking to Curb Suicides
Student-led UM group sponsors week promoting the importance of mental health
April 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi student organization is planning a week of special events, beginning Tuesday (April 11), focused on suicide awareness and prevention. The Ole Miss chapter of Active Minds hosts a Mental Health Week every year. Among other things, the organization hopes to open up conservations around mental health issues, destigmatizeRead the story …
University’s Contributions to State Focus of Mississippi Day
April 15 celebration to showcase best of UM programs, services and achievements
April 2, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will put the Magnolia State on display April 15 through hands-on learning activities, demonstrations, food and more as part of the second Mississippi Day. The annual event brings together the university’s academic departments to offer an array of fun and family-friendly activities that highlight the university’s contributions toRead the story …
Timothy K. Eatman Coming to Campus for Empower Now 22-27
Social scientist-educator to discuss strategic goals for faculty promotion and tenure policies
March 31, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Renowned social scientist and educator Timothy K. Eatman will be the featured speaker during an April 11 strategic discussion and planning session at the University of Mississippi. The event, hosted by the UM Council on Community Engagement, is directly tied to the university’s strategic plan, Empower Now 22-27. Open to faculty, administratorsRead the story …
Student-driven UM Big Event Supports Community Projects
Nearly 1,300 volunteers expected to complete service projects across Lafayette County
March 24, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Soon, more than 1,000 University of Mississippi students will go out across campus, Oxford and Lafayette County to complete community service projects as part of Big Event Saturday, set for April 1. Volunteers for the annual day of service will focus their efforts on a number of project sites, including schools, churches,Read the story …