OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will honor members of the Ole Miss family who died during 2022-23 at an annual campuswide Memorial Ceremony, set for 4 p.m. Thursday (May 4) in Paris Yates Chapel. “When we lose a member of our university community, we feel deep sorrow individually and collectively,” Chancellor Glenn BoyceRead the story …
Campus Memorial Service Scheduled Thursday
University to pay tribute to students, faculty, staff and emeriti who died in 2022-23
May 1, 2023 by
Thomas Hayes Mayo 5K to Benefit Student Mental Health Support
Race this weekend to raise funds for Thomas Mayo Lab at William Magee Institute
April 12, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – More than 600 runners and walkers have signed up to sweat this weekend to raise money and awareness on student mental health and substance misuse on college campuses. Proceeds from the Thomas Hayes Mayo 5K will go toward the Thomas Mayo Lab at the University of Mississippi‘s William Magee Institute for StudentRead the story …
‘Take Back the Night’ Rally Supports Interpersonal Violence Survivors
UM community to host resource fair, raffle and march for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 9, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Members of the University of Mississippi community will gather Tuesday (April 11) on the Ole Miss Student Union Plaza to “Take Back the Night” during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The annual event brings attention to interpersonal violence and gives a space for survivors to feel heard, said Shelli Poole, assistant director ofRead the story …
Neuroscientist Set as Speaker for Brain Awareness Week
Javier Gonzalez Maeso to examine effects of psychedelics and their therapeutic potential
April 7, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Globally renowned neuroscientist Javier Gonzalez Maeso will discuss the effects of psychedelics on the mind as part of Brain Awareness Week, set for April 11-13 at the University of Mississippi. The professor of physiology and biophysics at Virginia Commonwealth University will address the topic during the Oxford Neuroscience Cafe at 6 p.m.Read the story …
Active Minds Seeking to Curb Suicides
Student-led UM group sponsors week promoting the importance of mental health
April 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi student organization is planning a week of special events, beginning Tuesday (April 11), focused on suicide awareness and prevention. The Ole Miss chapter of Active Minds hosts a Mental Health Week every year. Among other things, the organization hopes to open up conservations around mental health issues, destigmatizeRead the story …
Timothy K. Eatman Coming to Campus for Empower Now 22-27
Social scientist-educator to discuss strategic goals for faculty promotion and tenure policies
March 31, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Renowned social scientist and educator Timothy K. Eatman will be the featured speaker during an April 11 strategic discussion and planning session at the University of Mississippi. The event, hosted by the UM Council on Community Engagement, is directly tied to the university’s strategic plan, Empower Now 22-27. Open to faculty, administratorsRead the story …
Reward Exceptional Student Service with a Frist Award
Nominations for coveted award are due by April 6
March 20, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The selection committee for the Thomas Frist Student Service Award is accepting nominations for the University of Mississippi‘s annual recognition of faculty and staff members who go “the extra mile” to provide exceptional assistance to students. Students, alumni, friends, faculty and staff can submit nominations for the annual awards online through AprilRead the story …
Paragon Winner to Present ‘Toolbox Talks’ Session
March 17, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kristy Durkin, a University of Mississippi instructor in social work and the 2022 recipient of the annual Paragon Award for Excellence in Distance Teaching, will share her innovative teaching ideas and resources at the annual “Toolbox Talks” virtual event at 10 a.m. Wednesday (March 22). The Paragon Award, presented by Ole MissRead the story …
Nominations Sought for 2023 Elsie M. Hood Award
Recommendations for university's top teaching accolade due March 1
February 24, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is seeking nominations for the 2023 Elsie M. Hood Outstanding Teacher Award, the highest teaching recognition a faculty member can receive from the university. Faculty, staff, students and alumni are encouraged to submit nominations by March 1 for this year’s honoree. Assistant, associate and full professors – excludingRead the story …
UM to Contract with Quarters Oxford Apartments for Student Housing
Alliance to be university's first third-party contract for student accommodation
February 23, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has contracted with The Quarters Oxford to expand student housing in anticipation of future enrollment growth. Located a short walk west of campus, the apartment complex will provide space for up to 400 student residents. “To meet the needs of the university’s expanding enrollment, the Department of StudentRead the story …