OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi alumni and friends took the occasion of Giving Tuesday, the worldwide annual day of giving on Nov. 28, to respond with 190 gifts totaling more than $13,140 for project-based crowdfunding initiatives on Ignite Ole Miss. The Ignite crowdfunding platform offered several opportunities for individuals to embrace philanthropy. Giving TuesdayRead the story …
Public Policy Leadership Students Compete in ‘Battle for the Gavel’
Exercise provides real-world experience in navigating public policy challenges
December 1, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – After weeks of preparation, more than 80 University of Mississippi freshmen public policy leadership majors participated in a mock congressional hearing on campus Wednesday (Nov. 29) to discuss voting reform. The event simulated a hearing of the United States Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. The students, who came from four OleRead the story …
Doctoral Student Recognized for Excellence in Science Communications
Sumeet Kulkarni earns Schmidt award for writing, use of photography
November 30, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi doctoral student in physics has been recognized nationally for his excellence in science communications. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine in partnership with Schmidt Futures awarded Sumeet Kulkarni (MEd 21) with a 2023 Eric and Wendy Schmidt Award. He is among 24 honorees in eight categories.Read the story …
Alumni Encourage Student Entrepreneurs at Summit
More than 250 students gather to gain insights from local success story
November 30, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi graduates responsible for introducing a groundbreaking marketplace app that has made thrift fashion more accessible for college students encouraged budding entrepreneurs and offered advice at the sixth annual REDe Entrepreneurship Summit. Hosted by the UM Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the annual summit celebrates and enhances entrepreneurial initiativesRead the story …
Rural Areas Provide Opportunity for Mississippi Homebuyers
UM professor says low-cost state provides options despite national challenges
November 28, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Rising interest rates and home prices, supply chain issues and limited inventory have combined to form a perfect storm of challenges for the nation’s housing market. In many sought-after Mississippi cities such as Oxford, Hernando, Madison and Gulfport, these trends are consistent. In certain areas of the state, however, opportunities exist forRead the story …
University Launching Program in Evidence-Based Policing and Reform
Curriculum leads to graduate certificate, available online beginning in spring semester
November 28, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – In an effort to improve law enforcement and the relationships between police and the communities they serve, the University of Mississippi is launching a new graduate certificate program in evidence-based policing and reform. Beginning next spring, the Center for Evidence-Based Policing and Reform will offer a cutting-edge curriculum and training program designedRead the story …
Sweet Treats Raise Awareness of Blindness and Vision Impairment
Music major partners with Ole Miss Dining to write on cookies in braille
November 27, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Uniformed in a chef’s hat and jacket, University of Mississippi freshman Sarah Harmon sat at a special table in the Rebel Market on Nov. 10 decorating cookies. She adorned the treats with words such as “dream,” “love” and “joy.” These were no ordinary cookies, however, and Harmon is no ordinary baker. Harmon,Read the story …
Kinesiology Professor Inducted Into National Academy
Minsoo Kang honored for contributions to study of human movement
November 26, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi researcher has been honored as a fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology, one of the highest honors a kinesiology scholar can receive. Minsoo Kang, a professor of sport analytics, is among 17 new fellows inducted at the academy’s 92nd annual meeting in Newport Beach, California. The academyRead the story …
Familiar Faces Pay It Forward to Next Generation of Student-Athletes
Ole Miss Athletics Foundation strategies result in banner year of support from former players
November 25, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Ole Miss Athletics Foundation reports a significant increase in recent financial support received from former University of Mississippi student-athletes. Most contributions from the former Rebel players are directed to the Vaught Society, an umbrella organization that includes major gifts to Ole Miss athletics and gifts in kind. Also included are giftsRead the story …
Annual Banking Symposium Provides Insights Into Timely Challenges
Event draws largest crowd ever as participants eye impact of technology on industry
November 24, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Leveraging digital assets, mergers and acquisitions, trends in fintech and the use of artificial intelligence in banking were among the timely topics addressed at the 22nd annual Banking and Finance Symposium, hosted by the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration. The conference, held Oct. 27 at the Oxford Conference Center, drew itsRead the story …