OXFORD, Miss. – A new partnership between the University of Mississippi and Mississippi University for Women will expand Jumpstart, a national organization that helps children prepare for kindergarten by developing language and literacy skills, into the Columbus area. Until now, UM has been home to the state’s only Jumpstart chapter. The program, in its fourth year atRead the story …
UM Partners with MUW to Expand Jumpstart
Program provides service and teaching opportunities for college students
October 23, 2015 by
Board of Trustees Names Preferred Candidate for UM Chancellor
October 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning has selected Jeffrey S. Vitter as the preferred candidate for the chancellorship of the University of Mississippi. A renowned computer scientist and academic leader, Vitter is provost and executive vice chancellor at the University of Kansas. Vitter was recommended by the BoardRead the story …
Alumni and Friends Provide Record $133 Million to Support University
Private support sustains UM and propels academics, research, athletics across campuses
August 11, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Private donors and foundations committed a record $133 million to support programs, facilities and students at the University of Mississippi during the fiscal year that ended June 30, allowing the university to maintain its momentum despite a continuing difficult financial climate for higher education. The strong private support, all directed to specificRead the story …
UM Named Among ‘Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces’
Designation honors campus efforts to create a 'culture of wellness'
August 4, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its nearly 2,900 employees, has been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces for 2015. The Mississippi Business Journal, the Mississippi Business Group on Health and the Mississippi Department of Health hand out the designation each year. The universityRead the story …
UM Again ‘Great Colleges to Work For’ Finalist
Chronicle of Higher Education surveys university employees nationwide, finds high satisfaction at Ole Miss
July 20, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Continuing to establish its reputation for employee satisfaction, the University of Mississippi has again been recognized as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education. UM was cited for excellence in three categories: collaborative governance, employee confidence in the university’s senior leadership and supervisor/department chairRead the story …
Q&A: Meet Tim Potts, New UPD Chief
June 8, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Tim Potts has finished the Boston Marathon three times. Prevailing over the grueling 26.2-mile run is a major feat many runners would boast about in casual conversation, but Potts doesn’t. He brushes it off like it’s no big deal, only saying he’d like to run it again one day. The attitude is partRead the story …
UM Announces Effort to Honor Chancellor Jones
$1.5 million faculty support fund finds eager support
May 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – This week, alumni, faculty, friends and staff members are participating in a $1.5 million fundraising campaign to recognize Chancellor Dan Jones for his commitment to faculty support and a culture of academic integrity at the University of Mississippi. Already underway, the Chancellor Daniel W. Jones, M.D. Faculty Chair is drawing support fromRead the story …
Charles Hussey Named 2015 UM Distinguished Researcher
Chair and professor of chemistry and biochemistry honored for achievement, creativity
May 9, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Whether or not it’s true that good things comes in threes, that’s certainly been the case for Charles L. Hussey, who received the University of Mississippi’s 2015 Distinguished Research and Creative Achievement Award on Saturday (May 9). The UM chair and professor of chemistry and biochemistry was presented the prestigious honor, whichRead the story …
McCauley, Bombelli Win 2015 Frist Student Service Awards
Honorees lauded at Commencement for dedication to helping students
May 9, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – All University of Mississippi employees contribute in some way to the overall student experience, but some faculty and staff go beyond the call of duty in their commitment to helping students. The annual Frist Student Service Awards honors those dedicated individuals. During the university’s Commencement ceremonies Saturday (May 9), Anne McCauley, UMRead the story …
UVA President Challenges UM Graduates to Become Problem-Solvers
Teresa A. Sullivan shares trials and triumphs during university's 162nd Commencement
May 9, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Acknowledging national and global crises, University of Virginia president Teresa A. Sullivan challenged University of Mississippi graduating seniors Saturday (May 9) to remain engaged, improve themselves and their communities and shoulder responsibilities. “In a world full of problems, this University of Mississippi Class of 2015 is a well-educated, highly-trained team of problem-solvers,”Read the story …