OXFORD, Miss. – In the mid-1930s when money was tight and few part-time jobs were available, Lucian Minor struggled financially as a University of Mississippi student. The Ole Miss cafeteria had to rearrange its food line, in fact, because the creative young student would choose a 5-cent bowl of soup and load it up withRead the story …
Minors Increase Accountancy School Support with Gift Annuity
1937 graduate helps play role in school's national top 10 ranking
March 25, 2013 by
Alumni Profile: Billy Crews
March 18, 2013 by
After working for the same company for 32 years, changing jobs was the next logical move for Billy Crews (BA 78) in a career dedicated to serving his community. “I thought 30 plus years was enough,” said Crews, vice president of strategic partnerships in the Mississippi/Arkansas region of Teach for America. “I felt like IRead the story …
Pharmacy School Announces Alumni Weekend Activities
Mix includes class reunions, golf, continuing education and alumni awards
March 4, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss.—The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy is inviting all its graduates to return to the Oxford campus March 22-23 for Pharmacy Weekend 2013. Celebrating reunions in conjunction with the event are the school’s classes of 1963, ‘73, ‘83, ’88 and ’93, and the Pharm.D. class of 2003. Friday’s events begin with the SchoolRead the story …
Siblings and Their Families Establish Pharmacy Scholarship Endowment
February 28, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The original Oliver Drug Store in Whitehaven, Tenn., holds a special place in the hearts of siblings Steve Oliver, Anita Drury and JoAnne Oliver. Established by their father, Joseph G. “Joe” Oliver, the store had an old-fashioned soda fountain, cosmetics counter and sections with toys and gifts.
Schedule Announced For 2013 BancorpSouth Rebel Road Trip
February 25, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Dates and cities have been determined for the 2013 BancorpSouth Rebel Road Trip, Ole Miss’ second annual tour of the state and surrounding areas. Headlined by Ole Miss head football coach Hugh Freeze and athletics director Ross Bjork, the BancorpSouth Rebel Road Trip (#RRT13) will feature 12 fan meetings across the regionRead the story …
Parents Council Makes Gifts to Impact Students’ Experiences
New group committed to enhancing Ole Miss experience, initial gift includes motorcycle for UPD
February 20, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Since 24 families from eight states founded the Ole Miss Parents Council in 2012, the organization’s work and support has already enhanced five areas at the University of Mississippi through gifts totaling $25,000. Initiatives receiving contributions from the Parents Council were the new Ole Miss Food Pantry, $5,000 in startup funds; theRead the story …
UM Museum and Yoknapatawpha Arts Council Host Fun Masters Classes for Toddlers
Kick-off date for museum classes, Feb. 26
February 18, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum partners with the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council and local artist Andi Bedsworth to host Mini Masters, a toddler art program for the Lafayette-Oxford-University community. These fun, drop-in workshops, for children ages 2 to 5 and a parent or guardian, are scheduled on alternating dates at the Powerhouse andRead the story …
Former ASB President, UM Hall of Fame Inductee Joins D.C. Firm as Partner
Barnett to lead Venable LLP Cybersecurity Initiatives
February 8, 2013 by
WASHINGTON, DC – Enhancing its leadership in communications and cybersecurity law, Venable LLP announced that James Arden Barnett, Jr., Rear Admiral, USN (Retired), has joined the firm as a partner in Washington, DC. Jamie Barnett is the former Chief of the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau for the Federal Communications Commission. He becomes co-chairRead the story …
Alumni Profile: Deano Orr
February 7, 2013 by
Deano Orr (BBA 93) has enjoyed a successful career that has taken him all across the South, but what remained constant throughout his travels were his passion for community engagement and flair for building relationships. Growing up in the small town of Courtland, Ala., Orr knew from an early age that he wanted to doRead the story …
Alumna manages energy projects in Alabama, Florida Panhandle
January 28, 2013 by
A decade ago, Shaquinta Morgan (BE 03) was only beginning her professional career as an engineer. Several promotions later, she is engineering manager for Johnson Controls Energy Solutions’ Alabama market. “I am responsible for managing and coordinating the engineering development of all [JCES] projects in the state of Alabama and the Florida Panhandle,” Morgan said.Read the story …