OXFORD, Miss. – When football players at the University of Mississippi leave the locker room for practice, they’ll soon pass through a foyer honoring one of many donors to Champions. Now., the Ole Miss Athletics Foundation‘s fundraising campaign focused on improving facilities. The Donna and Mike Glenn Walk-Off Foyer honors the Eads, Tennessee, couple’s $350,000Read the story …
Alumnus’ Major Gift Supports Athletics
Glenns' contribution to campaign invests in Rebels' success
June 24, 2023 by
Professor Leaves a Legacy at UM Journalism School
Joe Atkins, 33-year teaching veteran, says farewell to Farley Hall
June 23, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Anyone who has come through the University of Mississippi School of Journalism and New Media in the last 30 years likely took a course under Joseph Atkins. The journalism professor retires this summer after 33 years in the classroom, where he taught courses in advanced reporting, international journalism, ethics and social issues,Read the story …
Three Students Awarded Memorial Scholarships
Scholarship recipients carry on legacies of lifelong friends, fraternity brothers
June 22, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A scholarship endowment paying tribute to the lives of three University of Mississippi students has grown to more than $480,000, and three new recipients say they feel honored to represent the men for whom the scholarship is named. The Charles Walker Kelly, Samuel Clayton Kelly and Bryant Mason Wilbanks Memorial Scholarship EndowmentRead the story …
UM Joins Drone Research Alliance
Center for Air and Space Law sole legal expert in global program
June 21, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Center for Air and Space Law has joined a consortium of leading research institutions focused on the advancement of unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones. As an affiliate member of the Alliance for System Safety of UAS Through Research Excellence, or ASSURE, the university will play a key roleRead the story …
Alumnus Works to Change Lives Through Local Pharmacies
Lee Griffin plans to make health care services more accessible for community
June 20, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Many people see pharmacies simply as a place to get medications when they’re sick, but the owner of two north Mississippi drugstores is expanding his business by helping customers maintain and protect their health. Lee Griffin, who earned a bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences and a Doctor of Pharmacy from the UniversityRead the story …
Students Interact with Film Royalty at Cannes
Group walks red carpet, screens compelling and diverse range of films
June 19, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eight University of Mississippi students walked among the stars at the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, last month. “Cannes is the biggest and most well-known film festival in the world, and I still can’t believe that I was able to attend,” said Audrey Seibel, a rising junior political science major fromRead the story …
Business School Alumnus Named Distinguished Marketing Practitioner
Academy of Marketing Sciences honors Lyt Harris
June 18, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Academy of Marketing Science has named Lyttleton T. “Lyt” Harris, managing partner of the Harris Investment Partnership and a University of Mississippi School of Business Administration alumnus, as the AMS Distinguished Marketing Practitioner for 2023. The award recognizes marketers who distinguish themselves in business or public policy through actions characterized byRead the story …
Former Professor’s Estate Supports Science Teaching at Ole Miss
St. Amand gift provides funding for lab equipment and teaching awards
June 17, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi biology professor Wilbrod St. Amand loved his students and recognized the importance of resources in higher education, whether they support laboratories or professors and instructors. In his estate, St. Amand left some $1 million to ensure there is support for all three. The largest part of the gift isRead the story …
Integrated Marketing Communications Student Wins Gracie Award
Madison native Emma Harrington honored for documentary on artist Wyatt Waters
June 16, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A rising senior in the University of Mississippi School of Journalism and New Media has been named one of the winners of the 48th annual Gracie Awards. Emma Harrington, an integrated marketing communications major from Madison, was among the Television Student Winners for her documentary “Wyatt Waters: Below the Surface.” Larz Roberts,Read the story …
Geohazards Expert to Lead Geological Engineering Department
Thomas Oommen brings more than 10 years of experience in research and academia
June 12, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Thomas Oommen, an expert in geohazard risk assessment, is slated to join the University of Mississippi School of Engineering as chair of its Department of Geology and Geological Engineering. “I believe in the immense potential of the department, and I am committed to creating a positive and supportive environment for all theRead the story …