OXFORD, Miss. – While visiting colleges in Taiwan in March as a part of a Fulbright International Education Administrator Award, Oliver Dinius received an email saying he had received another Fulbright award. Dinius’ trip to Taiwan was part of a 2020-21 grant that was twice delayed due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. While abroad, the executiveRead the story …
Croft Director Earns Second Fulbright in Three Years
Oliver Dinius to study development policy and its environmental impact in the Brazilian Amazon
May 24, 2023 by
University to Host Girls State for the First Time
High school juniors head to Ole Miss for weeklong leadership training for young men and women
May 22, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is set to host both Girls and Boys State for the first time ever. The American Legion-sponsored events will bring hundreds of high school juniors to campus in May and June for a week of activities designed “to develop tomorrow’s informed, responsible citizens.” While Boys State, slated forRead the story …
BioMolecular Sciences Chair Wins SEC Faculty Award
Kristie Willett recognized for teaching excellence, research with real-world impact
May 18, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As the 2023 SEC Faculty Achievement Award winner for the University of Mississippi, Kristie Willett is most excited about what the honor represents. “Maybe I’m inspiring other women,” said Willett, chair of the university’s Department of BioMolecular Sciences. “In the past, there haven’t been as many female winners from UM, so IRead the story …
University-Record Eight UM Students Earn Fulbright Awards
Students to travel, teach English and conduct research as Fulbright winners
May 17, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eight University of Mississippi students have earned Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards, the most ever in university history. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program partners students with universities and schools from more than 140 nations around the globe to promote international study and cross-cultural dialogue. The selective program is available to seniors, graduateRead 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 …
Faculty Members Honored With Top Research, Teaching Awards
English professor first humanities faculty member chosen for top research award
May 12, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi recognized three professors who have demonstrated exceptional teaching, research, creativity and service on Friday (May 12) during the 2023 spring faculty meeting in Fulton Chapel. The university honored Aimee Nezhukumatathil, professor of English and creative writing, with the Distinguished Research and Creative Achievement Award, the university’s highest honorRead the story …
Knowledge: Writing Her Own Story
Former DM editor-in-chief receives prestigious internships, accolades
May 8, 2023 by
As part of the 60th anniversary of integration at the University of Mississippi, this is the final installment of a four-part series based on the themes that are inscribed on the Civil Rights Monument on campus: perseverance, courage, knowledge and opportunity. These student stories reflect the characteristics that James Meredith embodied six decades ago whenRead the story …
A Quick Guide to 2023 Commencement
Alumna and CEO of award-winning construction company to give address
May 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – More than 5,000 prospective graduates will gather in Oxford with their friends and family to attend the University of Mississippi‘s 170th Commencement ceremonies from May 10 to 14. Morning Convocation will be held Saturday (May 13) at 8 a.m. in the Grove. The program is a campuswide celebration of graduation that includesRead the story …
Concert Singers to Tour Europe
Performances include worship services at cathedrals, memorial concert at Normandy
May 4, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Concert Singers are preparing for an upcoming trip to Europe to sing in historic cathedrals and give a special memorial performance at Omaha Beach in Normandy. “There are so many things to be excited about,” said Ontarius Woodland, choral conducting master’s student and member of the Concert Singers.Read the story …
Researcher, Student Published in Prestigious Nature Water Journal
Research shows increase in absences in Jackson Public School District during water crisis
May 3, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Water quality issues in Jackson have potentially led to more than 1,000 school disruptions each year between 2015 and 2021, according to a recent study in Nature Water co-authored by a University of Mississippi researcher and undergraduate student. The study, “Boil water alerts and their impact on the unexcused absence rate inRead the story …