OXFORD, Miss. – Ann Fisher-Wirth, professor of English and director of the environmental studies program at the University of Mississippi, has been chosen as a fellow of the Black Earth Institute, a think tank of artists and scholars devoted to serving environmental and social causes with their art. “I am very pleased to be chosen as a fellowRead the story …
Keeping the Flame
Oklahoma City alumni help UM accounting school continue to excel
July 30, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For Ed and Barbara Krei, the University of Mississippi is the place where it all came together – friendship, networking, young love and, most importantly, lasting and valuable educations. Longtime UM supporters, the couple established the Edward Krei Lectureship in Accountancy in 2009. This year, they have generously elevated their endowment toRead the story …
Mossing Left Lasting Mark at UM
Endowment celebrates and continues efforts of Susan Mossing
July 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Michael Mossing, an associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Mississippi, has committed a generous gift to the UM Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning to honor and memorialize his late wife, UM administrator, counselor and educator Susan Mossing. The Susan Lynn Mossing Memorial Endowment will provide supportRead the story …
UM to Honor First Doctoral Recipient in English
Kenneth Holditch slated to present lecture at annual Faulkner conference
July 20, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will honor its first doctoral recipient in English, Kenneth Holditch, during his presentation at this year’s Faulkner and Yoknapatawpha Conference. Holditch, a professor emeritus of English at the University of New Orleans who earned his doctorate at UM in 1961, is coming to Oxford for the 42nd annualRead the story …
Heads in the Game Research Continues
High school students helping UM researchers, trainers learn to protect athletes from concussions
July 17, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sixteen high school students from around the country are on the University of Mississippi campus this month to work with cutting-edge technology in the Heads in Game: Concussion Research Program. The students are using sensors from X2 Biosystems to monitor and collect data from football and soccer players to detect concussions inRead the story …
PHOTO GALLERY: Jonestown Youth Visit Campus
Innovative new program combines learning, service and empowerment
July 1, 2015 by
Students from Jonestown, Miss., visited campus in June to learn about educational opportunities available after high school. The campus visit is part of a program coordinated by the McLean Institute to build awareness and resources in the Delta town, which has experienced tough economic challenges.Throughout the spring semester, members of the Institute’s Student Engagement Fellows programRead the story …
Statement from UM Chancellor
June 23, 2015 by
The University of Mississippi community came to the realization years ago that the confederate battle flag did not represent many of our core values such as civility and respect for others. Since that time, we have become a stronger and better university. We join other leaders in our state who are calling for a changeRead the story …
Ole Miss Greek Community Working to Prevent Excessive Drinking
Campus team uses online videos to engage and inform students
June 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Greek community at the University of Mississippi is using an alternative approach to help reduce and prevent issues caused by excessive drinking. The Ole Miss Interfraternity Council has teamed with University Communications and the Office of Health Promotion to assist in promoting a responsible drinking campaign. IFC members worked closely with a teamRead the story …
UM Senior Goes Over the Edge of Beau Rivage
Gulfport native Alex Garner raised more than $1,000 for Habitat for Humanity fundraiser
June 12, 2015 by
University of Mississippi senior Alex Garner, a 22-year-old nutrition and dietetics major from Gulfport, recently got to rappel down the side of the Beau Rivage as part of her work with Habitat for Humanity of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Volunteers got an opportunity to rappel off the side of the iconic hotel and casino ifRead the story …
IOM: Thank You for Making This Day Possible
May 4, 2015 by
Before the final days before Commencement tick away, I want to take a moment to thank all our staff and faculty members who are working diligently to ensure that everything goes perfectly. For our graduates and their families, Saturday will be the most important day of the year, a day filled with pride and celebration,Read the story …