OXFORD, Miss. – During the signature event of the University of Mississippi‘s celebration of the 60th anniversary of integration, campus representatives presented the university’s first African American student with a book of nearly 100 letters from people whose lives he touched. The “Dear Mr. Meredith” compendium was the result of months of submissions from students,Read the story …
Letter-writing Campaign Honors James Meredith
Second book in the works; committee still accepting submissions
October 24, 2022 by
Scholarships for Chemical Engineering
Reagan estate gift funds assistance for Ole Miss students
October 22, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The late Jim and Norma Reagan held the University of Mississippi close in their hearts, and an estate gift ensures their legacies will live on through scholarships for chemical engineering students. The couple established the Jimmy M. and Norma S. Reagan Engineering Scholarship Endowment in 2016, and the recent estate gift broughtRead the story …
Up-and-Coming Comedian to Perform at Ford Center
Alumnus Jay Jurden returns to campus for Artist Series event
October 20, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi alumnus who is gaining a national audience as a comedian is returning to campus for a performance at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Jay Jurden, who received his bachelor’s degree in theatre and acting from UM, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 22)Read the story …
Gift Promises to Ensure Continued Growth of Accountancy Program
Robersons give generously to support new home for Patterson School of Accountancy
October 15, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Brian Roberson, who earned University of Mississippi undergraduate and master’s degrees in accounting nearly three decades ago, wants his alma mater to have the resources to make the dream of building a new home for the Patterson School of Accountancy come true. “As soon as I heard that constructing a new buildingRead the story …
Distinguished Alumni to Share Insights at Honors Convocation
Members of Barksdale family also returning for Honors College's 25th anniversary
October 11, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A trio of successful Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College alumni are returning to the University of Mississippi on Thursday (Oct. 13) for the fall Honors Convocation. The theme for the convocation is “The Transformational Power of Honors Education at the University of Mississippi.” Former NASA engineer Markeeva Morgan, Nisolo founder-CEO Patrick Woodyard,Read the story …
Investment Provides Tools to Help Children Learn to Read
Dorseys make additional gift to North Mississippi Literacy Project
October 10, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A three-year pilot program established in 2021 to improve literacy in the Oxford and Lafayette County school districts is proving so successful that its donors are fueling it with additional support. Last year, a gift of almost $1 million from Bob Dorsey, a former University of Mississippi professor of economics, and hisRead the story …
Family Business Owners Support Future Generations
Corinth Coca-Cola creates UM business school scholarships
October 8, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Corinth Coca-Cola Bottling Works Inc. has been serving beverages since 1907. In that time, the family-owned and operated organization has expanded from its original location in Corinth to multiple locations across the Mid-South. And all the while, family members have run the business. In its fifth generation of owner-operators, Corinth Coke notRead the story …
Derek Stephens Named State Star for Small Business Development Center
Assistant director assists business owners with customized market research
October 7, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Derek Stephens, a new assistant director at the Mississippi Small Business Development Center at the University of Mississippi, has been named the 2022 Mississippi State Star. State Stars are chosen annually, one per state from among the employees of the Small Business Development Center. A State Star is an exemplary performer, mustRead the story …
Legacy Celebration Honors Meredith, African American Firsts
Alumni return to alma mater for recognition and reflection
October 4, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Memories and laughter filled the air and a few tears filled some eyes as dozens of African Americans who achieved “firsts” at the University of Mississippi returned to their alma mater for the Legacy Celebration. Drawing more than 300 people, the Friday (Sept. 30) event in the Johnson Commons Ballroom was partRead the story …
UM Honors James Meredith with Mississippi Humanitarian Award
University trailblazer is fifth individual to receive award
October 3, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – James Meredith became the fifth individual in the University of Mississippi‘s history to receive one of the university’s most prestigious honors, the Mississippi Humanitarian Award. Announced Wednesday (Sept. 28) during “The Mission Continues: Building Upon the Legacy,” the signature event of the university’s commemoration of the 60th anniversary of integration, the MississippiRead the story …