OXFORD, Miss. – The late renowned songwriter and University of Mississippi alumnus Jim Weatherly will be honored with the university’s inaugural Medal for the Arts in an April 21 presentation on campus. In partnership with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the College of Liberal Arts, the UM Department of Music will recognize Weatherly’s legacyRead the story …
Jim Weatherly to Posthumously Receive Inaugural UM Medal for the Arts
Alumnus to be recognized for his songwriting contributions April 21 at Ford Center
March 14, 2022 by
Graduate Student to Represent State in Athletic Trainers Association
Former Rebels pitcher Myers serves on SEATA Student Leadership Committee
March 4, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi alumnus and graduate student has been elected to represent Mississippi in the Southeastern Athletic Trainers’ Association‘s Student Leadership Committee. Tyler Myers said he is honored to represent the state for SEATA. He is excited about meeting aspiring and professional athletic trainers in Mississippi to grow his network. “BeingRead the story …
Ole Miss Extends Contract for Athletics Director Keith Carter
New deal reflects remarkable success for athletics programs, enhancement of student-athlete experience
February 28, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has extended the contract of Keith Carter as vice chancellor for intercollegiate athletics. The four-year contract took effect last month and increased his annual salary to $1.1 million. “Since taking the reins of Ole Miss athletics in 2019, Keith has demonstrated exemplary leadership and instilled a culture ofRead the story …
Student-Athlete Finds that Academics Aid Her On-field Performance
Makayla Fick chose UM exercise science program because of the range of opportunities it offers
February 22, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Makayla Fick, a sophomore in the University of Mississippi‘s exercise science program and a student-athlete with the Ole Miss women’s nationally ranked cross country and track teams, discovered early in her college career that her major and her sport have a lot in common. The information Fick has learned as an exerciseRead the story …
Honoring a Grandfather and Rebel Fan
Gate naming reflects Peck family's support of Ole Miss student-athletes
February 19, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A $250,000 gift to the University of Mississippi from Betty Peck, the grandmother of an Ole Miss Rebel, memorializes her late husband, honors her extended family and supports student-athletes. The Ole Miss Athletics Foundation recognized Peck’s gift by placing the family name on entrance Gate 37 of Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. “Seeing that wouldRead the story …
SEC Law Schools Collaborate for Series on Future of College Athletics
Virtual panel series runs through April and is open to the public
February 1, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The 12 law schools in the Southeastern Conference are collaborating to host “A Series of Conversations on Name, Image and Likeness and the Future of Intercollegiate Athletics” throughout the academic year. Professors from each law school, as well as professionals within the athletics industry, will speak on a variety of legal topicsRead the story …
Creating Opportunities for Student-Athletes
Kings’ gift to help upgrade athletics facilities at Ole Miss
January 8, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A $250,000 gift from Denny and Faye King to the University of Mississippi will help upgrade facilities for student-athletes. A longtime donor to the university, King said he feels “an obligation and desire to share (his) good fortune with Ole Miss.” A graduate of the School of Business Administration, King lives inRead the story …
Gift Honors Generations of Rebel Fans
Windham Family Gate stands as tribute to past, future UM supporters
November 20, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Gate 11 at the University of Mississippi‘s Vaught-Hemingway Stadium represents past and future generations. The William Abbott Windham Family Gate memorializes the life of an Ole Miss graduate while also honoring his great-grandchildren and namesakes: siblings William, Abbott and Windham. “My dad lived and breathed Ole Miss and taught us to doRead the story …
Ole Miss Esports Readies for Fourth Annual Esports Egg Bowl
UM, MSU students compete in a variety of games to claim trophy
November 4, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss – The University of Mississippi‘s competitive gaming organization, Ole Miss Esports, is set to face off this weekend against Mississippi State University Esports in the fourth annual Esports Egg Bowl. This year’s Esports Egg Bowl again will be a virtual competition. It begins at 11 a.m. Saturday (Nov. 6), streamed live on theRead the story …
Building a Premier Esports Program
Payne family gift applauded as an investment in the future
August 28, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi alumnus Abb Payne, of Hattiesburg; his wife, Jennifer; and their family are football fans who tend to spend fall weekends at university stadiums. One family member, however – the Paynes’ 10-year-old son, Ford – prefers the online gaming competitions of esports over the traditional gridiron. Thanks to the family’sRead the story …