I consider myself the worst kind of client for a nutritionist. I eat fast food all the time, I don’t cook and I’m usually grabbing food on the go. So when I scheduled an appointment with RebelWell’s registered dietician Mariana Anaya, I assumed I would be told to leave because there’s no help for meRead the story …
Five Things Every May Graduate Should Do
Proper preparation prevents poor performance
February 5, 2015 by
Though it’s been some years since I was enrolled at the University of Mississippi and anticipating May graduation, I vividly remember the experience. The spring semester got off to a slow start in January. As the weeks passed, the pace (and problems) seemed to increase. For those who may find themselves experiencing pre-graduation anxiety, IRead the story …
Ole Miss Outdoors Fills the Need for Adventure
January 29, 2015 by
Looking for a little adventure this spring? Ole Miss Outdoors can help, with a slate of adventure trips and training clinics that offers plenty of opportunities for wonderful experiences. Here’s some of the schedule highlights for this spring: Feb. 13-15: Bass and Trout Fishing; Bull Shoals, Arkansas Feb. 20-22: Backpacking in the Sipsey Wilderness; Double Springs,Read the story …
Susan McPhail Making Mark in Movies
Adjunct education professor-turned-actress has roles in two Sundance Festival films
January 28, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Susan McPhail may not be among this year’s Oscar nominees, but for the University of Mississippi adjunct education professor-turned-actress, having roles in two films screening at this year’s Sundance Film Festival is a major achievement. “I’m still reeling from the news,” said McPhail, who played supporting characters in “A Walk in theRead the story …
UM Museum, Meek Hall Featured in Monthly Oxford Art Crawl
January 27, 2015 by
Art crawl season returns today (Jan. 27) with the first Oxford Arts Crawl of 2015. The free event kicks off at 6 p.m. with plenty of exhibits spanning a wide range of visual arts. The University of Mississippi Museum will feature Lee Renniger’s “A Light Passage,” which uses ceramics to portray elements of the garden.Read the story …
‘Anything Goes’ Wednesday at Ford Center
Broadway production features lively music, classic Porter tunes
January 26, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts continues its lineup of top-notch entertainment this spring, with the national Broadway tour of Tony Award-winning musical “Anything Goes” coming up Jan. 28. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $55 for the balcony, $61 for the mezzanine and $66.50 forRead the story …
Museum Mini Masters Make Masterpieces
January 22, 2015 by
Young artists are invited to unlock their creativity this semester at the University of Mississippi Museum. The museum, in conjunction with the Powerhouse Community Arts Center, is hosting Mini Masters, a drop-in workshop series for toddlers and their parent or guardian. The workshops give children ages 2 to 5 chances to create their own littleRead the story …
Music of the South Concert Series Rocks It Out
Lee Bains III to perform Jan. 27 at UM
January 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Lee Bains III brings his distinct Southern rock and soul to the University of Mississippi for a solo performance Jan. 27 as part of the Center for the Study of Southern Culture‘s Music of the South concert series. Bains, a songwriter from Birmingham, Alabama, who lives in Atlanta, recently released his secondRead the story …
Distinguished Researcher Nominations Due
Prestigious award recognizes UM faculty for achievement, creativity
January 14, 2015 by
No doubt University of Mississippi faculty members find outstanding scholarship, distinguished research and creative service are rewarding in their own right. That said, being selected for campuswide recognition – not to mention the monetary prize – must certainly add something to their gratification. Nominations for the 2015 Distinguished Research and Creative Achievement Award are beingRead the story …
UM Museum 75 for 75: Theora Hamblett’s Fluted Bowl
January 12, 2015 by
In honor of the University of Mississippi Museum‘s 75th anniversary this year, the Ole Miss News Blog is featuring 75 different items from the museum’s archives of more than 20,000 objects. Today’s featured item is Theora Hamblett’s aquamarine colored fluted dish, which is painted between two pieces of glass. Hamblett donated the piece to the University Museum. Born in Paris,Read the story …