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 …
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
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 …
University Honors Ole Miss 8 With Scholarships, Mentoring Program
53 years after expulsion, Ole Miss 8 commit to helping students achieve their dreams
November 22, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eight Mississippi residents are the inaugural recipients of the University of Mississippi’s Ole Miss 8 Scholarship, an award commemorating the eight students expelled from campus after a peaceful protest in 1970. University police arrested 89 students in front of Fulton Chapel during a protest on the evening of Feb. 25, 1970. TheRead the story …
UM Libraries Hires Archivist to Focus on University History
Speck-Thompson to document university's history, serve as liaison to departments
November 22, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jeannie Speck-Thompson, a native of Ecru, has been named university archivist, the first faculty member devoted to this position in two decades at the University of Mississippi. An assistant professor, Speck-Thompson will process multiple formats of archival materials that document the history and operations of the university, including correspondence, departmental newsletters, memoranda,Read the story …
50 Years of Significant Support
University of Mississippi Foundation bolsters Ole Miss with $1 billion
November 21, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As the University of Mississippi Foundation commemorates its 50th anniversary, it celebrates the $1 billion investment it has made on behalf of Ole Miss from gifts and earnings from permanent endowment funds, ensuring resources are available for the needs of students and for generations to follow. The UMF was created in 1973Read the story …
University to Open Doors Nov. 27
Event to include Lyceum tour, meet-and-eat with administration and staff
November 20, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi students are invited to get to know university leaders and share their ideas as part of the 2023 Open Doors event. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. Monday (Nov. 27) in the Lyceum. All undergraduate, graduate and law students are invited. “We hope to hear students’ thoughts on whatRead the story …
Writing and Rhetoric Faculty Examines AI Opportunities, Challenges
Faculty encourage their peers to 'Explore, don't panic'
November 20, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When generative artificial intelligence first emerged, three faculty members in the Department of Writing and Rhetoric at the University of Mississippi were fascinated, intrigued and concerned. “I initially encountered it in April of 2022,” said Robert Cummings, associate professor of writing and rhetoric. “I saw a presentation by a team of researchersRead the story …
26th Annual Books and Bears Program Underway
UM community asked to donate new items for Facility Management employees' children
November 19, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is inviting faculty, staff, students and friends to spread a little holiday cheer by participating in the 26th annual Books and Bears program. Anyone interested in contributing can drop off new toys, dolls, books, bicycles and other children’s play items through Dec. 13. The main distribution event isRead the story …