OXFORD, Miss. – During a live, virtual event filled with joyous celebrations and heartfelt words of wisdom, the University of Mississippi celebrated graduates in the Class of 2020 on Saturday (May 9). The ceremony, a mixture of live-streamed video from the Oxford campus and pre-recorded messages sent from across the country, celebrated Ole Miss students andRead the story …
UM Class of 2020, Graduates Celebrated During Live, Virtual Event
More than 5,000 degrees conferred Saturday amid messages of hope and celebration
May 9, 2020 by
Journey to Commencement Series Highlights Class of 2020
Ole Miss students share stories of determination, perseverance on path to graduation
May 4, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – From Yazoo City native Carl Tart reflecting on being the University of Mississippi’s first-ever homecoming king to Stamps Scholars Sally Boswell and R.G. Pickering sharing how they capped their college careers by getting engaged, the Journey to Commencement series chronicles the memories and impact made by the Class of 2020 during their timeRead the story …
UM Celebrating Graduates in Live, Virtual Event
Ole Miss leaders evaluating plans for in-person ceremony at later date
April 20, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As University of Mississippi leaders continue to evaluate plans to hold an in-person Commencement ceremony at a later date, the university will honor its graduates in a live, virtual celebratory event on May 9. “The university remains committed to doing all it can to honor our graduates in person when it is safeRead the story …
Students Continuing to Aid Communities During Pandemic
McLean Institute students, VISTA members seeking new ways to serve Mississippi during crisis
April 20, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – While the rest of the country is adjusting to a new normal in isolation, many University of Mississippi students – including those involved in the university’s McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement and the North Mississippi VISTA Project – are seeking new ways to serve their communities in times ofRead the story …
University of Mississippi Announces Refunds for Select Spring 2020 Expenses
April 10, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will issue prorated refunds to eligible students who paid for university-sponsored housing, meal plans and parking fees during the spring 2020 semester. “As our state and the nation grapple with the effects of COVID-19, the University of Mississippi is committed to doing everything in our power to supportRead the story …
UM Manufacturing Face Shield Headbands for Health Care Workers
Center for Manufacturing Excellence, IDEAlab producing physical protection equipment for hospital
April 9, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In an effort to support local health care workers responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, two University of Mississippi units are using 3D printers to produce personal protective gear that is in short supply. The Haley Barbour Center for Manufacturing Excellence and the IDEAlab in the J.D. Williams Library are printing face shieldsRead the story …
University Counseling Center Offers Online Sessions for Clients
UCC transitions to telemental health services in wake of pandemic
April 2, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The need for mental health services only grows during times of global crisis and mandatory quarantines, so the University of Mississippi Counseling Center has transitioned to online video sessions to continue helping clients in the safest possible way. Earlier this month, UM announced that all courses would be delivered online or via other remoteRead the story …
Online Campaign Launched to Help UM Community Amid COVID-19
New Ignite campaign will assist University Health Services, Ole Miss Food Bank and others
April 1, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Hundreds of alumni and friends have reached out to help members of the University of Mississippi community amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which has resulted in students returning to their homes to promote social distancing and courses transitioning to online delivery for the duration of the semester and summer. They’re helping via aRead the story …
Staying Positive During a Pandemic
UM psychology and disaster studies professor charts a course through the turmoil
March 31, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With alarming statistics and bad news about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic dominating network news, social media and even advertising, many people might struggle to maintain a positive outlook. But it is possible to cope and maintain a sense of hope, a University of Mississippi psychologist advises. Stefan Schulenberg, a professor in theRead the story …
Keep Teaching: 7 Tips for Converting to Online Instruction
As UM faculty move to virtual classrooms, e-learning veterans share their best tips and tricks
March 26, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As everyone adjusts to a new normal while trying to stay safe in the midst of COVID-19, University of Mississippi faculty are going above and beyond to provide uninterrupted coursework, but in an online format to keep students engaged and, above all, safe. “I am pleased that our semester is back underwayRead the story …