OXFORD, Miss. – Teaching and learning were Dorothy Wayne Blackwell’s lifelong passions. The daughter of educators, it came as no surprise that Blackwell pursued a teaching career. Neither was it a surprise that she ultimately chose to leave an estate gift of more than $153,000 to the University of Mississippi School of Education, where sheRead the story …
Educator Provides for Future Teachers
Retired alumna leaves gift to help Ole Miss education majors
June 3, 2023 by
Major Gift Benefits Business School, Alumni and Athletics
Donor's $1.5 million contribution is testament to his Ole Miss education and history of involvement
May 27, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A $1.5 million gift from the grandson of a University of Mississippi chancellor will help recruit faculty for the School of Business Administration, support the construction of the new Triplett Alumni Center and improve facilities for Ole Miss student-athletes. “My father grew up in Oxford and lived on the campus because hisRead the story …
Pharmacy Alumnus Tapped as Cannabis Center Director
Robert Welch welcomes 'unique opportunity' in cannabis research
May 23, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy has hired Robert Welch, a 2002 alumnus, as director of the school’s National Center for Cannabis Research and Education. “I am excited about Dr. Welch’s leadership and his passion for the work,” said Donna Strum, dean of the School of Pharmacy. “His experience in bothRead the story …
Enhancing a Legacy
Kreis make gift to support university's new accountancy school building
May 20, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ed and Barbara Krei, of Edmond, Oklahoma, have a long, generous history of supporting the University of Mississippi, especially the Patterson School of Accountancy. In recent years, they established an accountancy lectureship endowment that was later elevated to the chair level. Though they’ve provided more than $1.5 million to support the school’sRead the story …
Hickman Encourages Graduates to Say ‘Yes’ to Difficult Things
Degrees conferred for more than 5,000 graduation candidates
May 13, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Smiling faces, warm embraces and a few happy tears were seen in the Grove Saturday (May 13) as thousands of graduates came together on a breezy, sunny morning to celebrate the conclusion of their academic journey during the University of Mississippi‘s 170th Commencement. UM Chancellor Glenn Boyce welcomed approximately 6,000 students, family,Read the story …
Q&A with Cliff McKay, UM Chaplain During Integration
Minister who called for peace and lawfulness delivered 1963 commencement benediction
May 10, 2023 by
When James Meredith received his bachelor’s degree at the University of Mississippi‘s 1963 Commencement ceremony – less than one year following the university’s turbulent integration – he became not only its first African American student but also its first African American graduate. Among those participating in the ceremony was Presbyterian minister Clifford A. McKay Jr.Read the story …
School of Education Honors Educators Making Lasting Impact
Six Hall of Fame inductees and four Practitioners of Distinction lauded for contributions to the field
May 7, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Education inducted six honorees into its Alumni Hall of Fame and named four Practitioners of Distinction on Friday (May 5) during its annual alumni awards celebration. Hall of Fame awardees are career educators, administrators and higher education professionals who typically have more than 25 years ofRead the story …
Pharmacy School Honors Distinguished, Early Career Alumni
Marion, Valentine and Vest recognized at annual banquet
May 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy celebrated three of its alumni during the school’s recent Alumni Weekend awards banquet. Those recognized were Robert Marion and Jimmie Valentine, both receiving the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award, and Mary-Haston Vest, who received the 2023 Early Career Alumni Award. Marion earned a bachelor’s degree inRead the story …
Tribute to Wife Benefits Elementary Education Program
Nicholson honors spouse with METP scholarship, School of Education support
April 29, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Chuck Nicholson, of Brandon, expressed his love and respect for his wife, Lisa, by creating a scholarship in her name at the University of Mississippi School of Education and an Impact Fund gift. The $250,000 contribution was a surprise to Lisa Nicholson, a former teacher who learned of the gift at aRead the story …
From Campus to Kitchen
Napiers craft serving boards from court as catalyst for Ole Miss scholarships
April 27, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Keepsake serving boards crafted from the discarded floor of a University of Mississippi gymnasium soon will be used in kitchens across America. And Ole Miss students stand to benefit. As founders and hosts of one of HGTV’s most popular shows, “Home Town,” Ole Miss alumni Erin and Ben Napier’s vision for restoringRead the story …