OXFORD, Miss. – The Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies at the University of Mississippi is partnering with a number of other university and community organizations to screen the documentary “Through the Night” to spark conversation around the issue of child care. The focus is on providing for those in the LOU communityRead the story …
Campus and Community Partners Spotlight Issue of Child Care Access
Isom Center to screen 'Through the Night' documentary and host child care panel
March 8, 2022 by
Afton Thomas, Jazmine Kelley Receive Lift Every Voice Award
Award given to faculty and staff who push for diversity, equity and inclusion on campus
March 3, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Black Faculty and Staff Organization has presented the 2022 Lift Every Voice Award to Afton Thomas, associate director for programs in the Center for the Study of Southern Culture, and Jazmine Kelley, coordinator of wellness education at the William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing. The Lift Every VoiceRead the story …
Edney Works to Widen the Ladder of Opportunity for All
New assistant vice chancellor has helped increase student access to university
March 3, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Norris Allen “EJ” Edney’s grandfather was a proud Tougaloo College graduate and outsized figure on the Alcorn State University campus, so when Edney enrolled in the University of Mississippi, he knew he was taking a big chance. Now he’s the university’s assistant vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion and a valuable memberRead the story …
Student Committee Committed to Recreation Opportunities for All
Inclusive Rec Committee asks students for feedback on how to improve access
February 24, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s Inclusive Recreation Committee is asking students how it can be more accommodating and help everyone on campus have opportunities to achieve their highest level of health. The Department of Campus Recreation implements best practices and provides equipment and facilities for people across multiple ability levels and identities, butRead the story …
Williams Nominated for IHL Excellence in Diversity Award
UM professor recognized for her work with first-generation students
February 21, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ashleen Williams was recognized as the University of Mississippi‘s Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion award nominee during the Feb. 17 meeting of the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning board of trustees. Williams was nominated by Chancellor Glenn Boyce and the Division of Diversity and Inclusion for her work with first-generation students whoRead the story …
Nonprofit Fair to Connect Students with Community
Local organizations will be on hand to share volunteer opportunities
February 18, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Students at the University of Mississippi have an opportunity to plug into the larger Oxford and Lafayette County communities Wednesday (Feb. 23) at the Center for Community Engagement‘s nonprofit fair. Local nonprofits, community organizations, and free and reduced-cost service providers will be on hand to share valuable work they do and talkRead the story …
You’re Invited to a Grove Grocery Baby Shower
Campus food pantry needs donations of baby-related items
February 16, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Grove Grocery is throwing a baby shower to support the parents of young children in the University of Mississippi community. Items such as diapers, formula, baby food, baby wipes and baby shampoo fly off the shelves when Grove Grocery is able to stock them, but they are the items most donors thinkRead the story …
Diversity Innovator Award Recipients for 2022 Announced
Faculty given recognition, grant for service to create more equitable campus
February 15, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three University of Mississippi faculty members are being recognized for their efforts to make diversity, equity and inclusion a part of their work. The recipients of this year’s UM Diversity Innovator Award are Larry Pittman, professor of law and the Leonard B. Melvin Jr. Lecturer in Law; Nikki Reinemann, assistant professor ofRead the story …
UM Legends to Reflect for Black History Month Keynote
Don Cole and Peggy Gillom-Granderson to discuss 50 years of struggles and successes
February 14, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi icons are reflecting on what it means to be Black at the university, and how that has changed over time as part of this year’s Black History Month celebration. The 2022 Black History Month keynote, “I Am UM,” is scheduled for Wednesday (Feb. 16) and will feature DonaldRead the story …
MLK Day of Service Gives Students a Chance to Give Back
Service opportunities range from yard work to voter registration
February 10, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Students interested in connecting with the community while spending a morning giving back have an opportunity next weekend with the University of Mississippi‘s Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The day of service, originally scheduled for the weekend of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, was postponed because of a spike inRead the story …