OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has been recognized nationally for its work on civic learning and democratic engagement by a national organization of higher education student affairs professionals. The association of Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, also known as NASPA, selected UM as one of 11 national Lead Advisory Institutions for theRead the story …
UM Civic Engagement Efforts Rewarded with National Designation
Ole Miss among 11 institutions recognized for engaging students and communities
October 13, 2019 by
M Partner Summer Interns Work to Improve Quality of Life in New Albany
Five students assist farmers market, youth and economic development organizations
October 11, 2019 by
NEW ALBANY, Miss. – This summer, University of Mississippi students completed internships in communities across the state working through M Partner, a community engagement effort that seeks to improve quality of life in partner cities. In New Albany, five University of Mississippi students worked on community development and revitalization projects that involved the local farmersRead the story …
M Partner Summer Interns Tackle Quality-of-Life Projects in Lexington
Two students promote healthy lifestyles, career development and educational partnerships
October 11, 2019 by
LEXINGTON, Miss. – This summer, University of Mississippi students completed internships in communities across the state working through M Partner, a community engagement effort that seeks to improve quality of life in partner cities. In Lexington, two University of Mississippi students worked on promoting healthy eating habits in the community through the local farmers marketRead the story …
M Partner Summer Interns Work on Community Projects in Charleston
Four students contribute to health, beautification and marketing efforts
October 11, 2019 by
CHARLESTON, Miss. – This summer, University of Mississippi students completed internships in communities across the state working through M Partner, a community engagement effort that seeks to improve quality of life in partner cities. In Charleston, four University of Mississippi students worked on health promotion and diabetes education, and beautification efforts, among other initiatives. MRead the story …
Former CBS Sports Producer to Lead Documentary Film Workshop
Terry Ewert to mentor students and help them create award-winning films
October 9, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A 13-time national Emmy Award-winning sports television producer and television executive will return to the University of Mississippi School of Journalism and New Media this month to lead a 48-Hour Documentary Film Festival workshop. Terry Ewert, former executive producer of CBS Sports, has won Emmys for writing and documentaryfilmmaking . He wasRead the story …
TEDx Announces Search for 2020 Speakers
Organizing team plans spring event to challenge and engage audiences
October 8, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sharing great ideas is the foundation of every TEDx event, and this year will be no exception at the University of Mississippi. The organizing team for the 2020 TEDxUniversityofMississippi event is seeking speakers for the spring event. Over four years, TEDxUniversityofMississippi talks have had almost 40 speakers and videos of the eventsRead the story …
Dr. Glenn Boyce Named University of Mississippi Chancellor
Former Commissioner of Higher Education is Visionary Leader
October 7, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) has voted unanimously to name Dr. Glenn Boyce as Chancellor of the University of Mississippi Boyce, a well-respected leader in higher education, most recently served as Commissioner of Higher Education for the State of Mississippi, before retiring in June 2018. InRead the story …
Ole Miss Students to Serve Communities Throughout Mississippi
M Partner prepares for day of service in three communities
October 7, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Some 150 University of Mississippi students will contribute time and service to community projects in Charleston, Lexington and New Albany later this month for the second annual M Partner Community Day. The day of service will take place on Oct. 26 and students can volunteer by clicking here. Meals and transportation will beRead the story …
Rediscovering Ramanujan
Mathematician Ken Ono finds inspiration for the future of math in the past
October 3, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – How do we save the Earth from the disastrous effects of climate change? There’s no app for that, but there is a theorem – of sorts. “The future of humankind depends on people who can solve complex problems, and for that we need to cultivate science talent,” said Ken Ono, the ThomasRead the story …
Chicago Bulls Broadcaster Teaches at UM Journalism School
Chuck Swirsky works to 'encourage, inspire and engage students' with his experiences
October 1, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An NBA broadcaster who has spent more than two decades in the sports industry and 12 as the radio play-by-play announcer for the Chicago Bulls recently shared his expertise with broadcast journalism classes at the University of Mississippi. Chuck Swirsky, who enters his 22nd season as an NBA broadcaster and his 12th season forRead the story …