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 …
50 Years of Significant Support
University of Mississippi Foundation bolsters Ole Miss with $1 billion
November 21, 2023 by
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 …
Longtime Friends Share Support of Accountancy School
Two former interim UM chancellors make gifts to school's building fund
November 18, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Larry Sparks and Morris Stocks have a lot more in common than a friendship that has lasted for decades. Together they have devoted more than a half-century of service to the University of Mississippi. They have both served as members of the university’s senior leadership team. Before retiring in 2020, Sparks wasRead the story …
Criminology Professor Wins Early Career Award
Abigail Novak recognized for her expertise in punishment, delinquency
November 17, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Abigail Novak, a University of Mississippi assistant professor of criminal justice and legal studies, has been honored for her expertise in the impact of childhood punishment, juvenile delinquency and labeling. The American Society of Criminology’s Division of Developmental and Life-Course Criminology presented Novak with an Early Career Award on Thursday (Nov. 16).Read the story …
Giving Tuesday Features Multiple Ways to Support Ole Miss Students
Donors can help advance crowdfunding campaigns and scholarships to benefit students
November 16, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – On Giving Tuesday, a worldwide annual day of giving set for Nov. 28, University of Mississippi alumni and friends have opportunities to support student-led projects, scholarships and research opportunities. These crowdfunding campaigns, hosted on the university’s Ignite Ole Miss page, offer everyone a chance to get involved in philanthropy by making aRead the story …
RISE Center to Support Small Business Growth in Mississippi
Mississippi SBDC creates new center to expand resources for businesses
November 16, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A new center at the University of Mississippi is offering resources for small businesses in the state that seek to expand and grow. Approved Oct. 19 by the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning, the Mississippi Small Business Development Center established the Resources for International Success and Expansion Center, or RISE Center. “MississippiRead the story …
Rivals Ole Miss, MSU Rally for a Cause This Year in Egg Bowl Run
Cadets taking canned food donations ahead of weekend's 100-mile trek
November 15, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Cadets from the University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University will relay nearly 100 miles across the state on Sunday (Nov. 19) for the annual Egg Bowl Run. Before hitting the field for the game on Thanksgiving, Ole Miss and the Bulldogs will compete to see who can collect the most cannedRead the story …
Criminal Justice Professor Earns Lifetime Service Award
Crime Stoppers honors David McElreath at annual statewide meeting
November 15, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Mississippi Crime Stoppers has honored University of Mississippi professor David McElreath with a lifetime service award in recognition of his lifelong pursuit of serving and protecting others. The organization presented McElreath, a professor of criminal justice and legal studies and a former law enforcement officer, with the Pam Vance Lifetime Service AwardRead the story …