OXFORD, Miss. – In connection with the annual Freedom Award ceremonies, the University of Mississippi is launching #WinterLegacy, a $20,000 crowdfunding campaign to cement the legacy of former Gov. William F. Winter through the William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation. Winter will receive the prestigious Freedom Award on Thursday (Oct. 20) from the National Civil Rights MuseumRead the story …
Former Governor’s Honorarium Sparks Crowdfunding Campaign
Donations will be matched to reach $20,000 goal to support UM Winter Institute
October 19, 2016 by
New York Times Columnist to Deliver Honors College Keynote
Popular journalist-opinion writer David Brooks to reflect on presidential campaigns
October 18, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – David Brooks, acclaimed author and New York Times columnist, is the keynote speaker Thursday (Oct. 20) evening for the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College’s Fall Convocation at the University of Mississippi. The public program begins at 7 p.m. in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. This year’s annual assemblyRead the story …
Katrina Caldwell Named Inaugural UM Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Community Engagement
Experienced administrator brings track record of successful planning and implementation
October 18, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – After a national search, the University of Mississippi has selected Katrina Caldwell as its first vice chancellor for diversity and community engagement. “I was both humbled and excited when I learned that I was being offered the job,” said Caldwell, who officially joins the administration Jan. 1, 2017, pending approval from theRead the story …
Department of Education Officials Praise UM Diversity Efforts
Ole Miss students share their efforts to recruit minority students and promote understanding
September 16, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – “Impressed and moved” is how Undersecretary of Education Ted Mitchell described his reaction to a Thursday (Sept. 15) visit to the University of Mississippi. Mitchell, a part of the U.S. Department of Education’s seventh annual back-to-school bus tour across the country, spent the morning learning about UM efforts to increase inclusion andRead the story …
UM Technology Summit Focuses on Need for STEM Education
Sen. Wicker, university leaders promote role of new facility to help meet workforce demands
September 1, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter and the University of Mississippi hosted U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker and technology industry leaders Wednesday (Aug. 31) for the UM Technology Summit, at which the senator and others agreed that the need for more science, technology, engineering and math students will continue to grow. The summit brought together longtimeRead the story …
Oxford Children’s Chorus Sets Open Rehearsal and Auditions
August 18, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Singers in grades 4-6 are invited to attend an open rehearsal of the Oxford Children’s Chorus at 4 p.m. Monday (Aug. 22) in the choir room of the University of Mississippi Music Building. Singers who wish to join are welcome to audition immediately after rehearsal. The Oxford Children’s Chorus builds musicians throughRead the story …
Brittney Reese Claims Silver in Olympic Long Jump
Former Rebel medals in second straight games
August 18, 2016 by
RIO DE JANEIRO – Former University of Mississippi great Brittney Reese (BA English ’11) added another shiny medal to her collection with a world-class long jump performance en route to silver Wednesday night at Rio’s Olympic Stadium. The world’s premier female long jumper since she turned pro after her 2008 junior year at Ole Miss, ReeseRead the story …
Celebration of Lives Memorial Service Set for Saturday
Community to gather at Tad Smith Coliseum to remember six who died Sunday
August 18, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Celebration of Lives, a memorial service for the six members of the Oxford community who died in a plane crash this past Sunday, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday (Aug. 20) at the C.M. Tad Smith Coliseum on the campus of the University of Mississippi. Three local couples – Dr. Jason Farese andRead the story …
Former Rebel Kendricks Claims Pole Vault Bronze at Rio Olympics
Third Ole Miss track athlete to medal at Olympic Games
August 16, 2016 by
RIO DE JANEIRO – It was a special Monday night in Brazil for University of Mississippi alumnus Sam Kendricks, who captured a bronze medal in the men’s pole vault at the 2016 Olympic Games. In a dramatic competition that came down to three final vaulters, Kendricks rose to the occasion by clearing 5.85 meters (19-2.25) onRead the story …
Recent UM Graduates Receive Rural Physician Scholarships
Program helps students attend medical school in return for service to state
July 29, 2016 by
JACKSON, Miss. – Five recent graduates of the University of Mississippi have been awarded Mississippi Rural Physicians Scholarships valued at $30,000 per year for their medical training at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine in Jackson. Jackson Browning, Rohini Krishan, Brooks Pratt, Kelly Ann Sneed and Anna Grace Stout were honored at the annualRead the story …