Archives & Special Collections at the University of Mississippi hosted a program on April 17 to commemorate Judge Claude F. Clayton and mark the opening of his case files and other papers to researchers. Clayton, a graduate of the UM School of Law, served as a judge on the U.S. District Court of Northern MississippiRead the story …
Recent donations enhance literature, accountancy, Southern history collections
May 14, 2014 by
Three recent donations to the J.D. Williams Library will enrich the literature, accountancy and Southern history collections. The Shakespeare Oxford Society, Gary Previts and the late Carolyn Ross made these generous donations. The Shakespeare Oxford Society (SOS), a nonprofit, educational organization, gave the library more than 300 items, each bearing the society’s custom bookplate. “WhenRead the story …
Thank you for supporting our future
May 14, 2014 by
Thank you. We will never have enough opportunities to say thank you for your support of the University Libraries. You help strengthen not only the libraries but also our beloved university as a whole. Each and every student and faculty member needs the resources offered under our roof, which you help make available. Many ofRead the story …
Two UM librarians complete leadership program
May 14, 2014 by
Twenty-six students participated in the yearlong Mississippi Library Leadership Institute, designed to develop the next generation of library leaders in Mississippi. Of those participants, two were librarians from the University of Mississippi Libraries: Melissa Dennis and Judy Greenwood. The Mississippi Library Leadership Institute is a transformational experience requiring participants to attend four three-day training sessions,Read the story …
Broadway Hit Musical ‘Mamma Mia!’ Comes to the Ford Center
Music of ABBA featured in smash performance that is nearly sold out for Mother's Day
May 6, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Broadway hit that more than 54 million people around the world have fallen in love with is coming to the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Mississippi. “Mamma Mia!” will be performed at 3 p.m. Sunday (May 11). Limited tickets, priced at $55.50 to $66.50,Read the story …
UM Marks Disability Awareness Month
Two faculty members recognized for their support of students with disabilities
April 30, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Office of Student Disability Services at the University of Mississippi has named two professors, Kerri Scott and Jennifer Buford, as recipients of the 2013-2014 Access Award for their relentless support for students with disabilities in their classes. Stacey Reycraft, SDS director, presented the award April 23 during the celebration of Disability AwarenessRead the story …
University Announces Annual Memorial Ceremony
Observance to honor the lives of 22 Ole Miss family members who passed away during academic year
April 28, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will conduct its annual memorial ceremony this week to commemorate the lives of students, faculty, staff and emeriti who passed away during this academic year. The ceremony is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Thursday (May 1) in Paris-Yates Chapel. The community is invited and encouraged to attend. As withRead the story …
Registration Open for UM Museum Summer Camps
Variety of weeklong sessions provide art, education for children of all ages
April 28, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – While spring has only just begun, the University Museum is already planning ahead for summer. This year, a variety of summer camp sessions will have children traveling back in time, journeying to faraway lands and creating art inspired by their surroundings. Camps begin the week of June 9 and continue through the week of JulyRead the story …
Original and Rare Faulkner Material Showcased in New Exhibit
Opening reception to feature lecture by UM Howry Chair in Faulkner Studies
April 27, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A new exhibit that showcases the many facets of award-winning writer William Faulkner’s career is on display in the Faulkner Room of the University of Mississippi’s J.D. Williams Library. “William Faulkner’s Books: A Bibliographic Exhibit” features 20 cases of work by Faulkner, focusing on the writing, publication and dissemination of the author’sRead the story …
Turns Out, Being Green Is Pretty Easy After All
April 25, 2014 by
At Ole Miss, even Kermit the Frog might find it a bit easier to be green. And not just because green is the color of spring, as he sang. This week, all across campus and throughout Oxford, a number of activities took place to raise awareness about sustainability efforts that provide easy ways for everyoneRead the story …