… More than 350 incoming students given unique opportunities, challenges during inaugural seminar OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is brimming with one of its most academically talented freshman classes ever, thanks to a new initiative designed to attract and retain bright students.
Eleven Outstanding Freshmen Named 2010-11 Croft Scholars
September 27, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eight students from Mississippi, two from Tennessee and one from Louisiana have entered the University of Mississippi this fall on prestigious scholarships as members of the Croft Institute for International Studies. This year’s incoming class of Croft Scholars includes (front, l to r) Sampada Kapoor of Ridgeland, Brad Gordon of Pascagoula, GraceRead the story …
Journalism Major Learns ‘Invaluable Lesson’ During Summer Internship in New York
September 27, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A summer internship in New York City exposed University of Mississippi senior Stacey Williams of Leakesville to a side of journalism that not many college students get to experience.
Liberal Studies Major Interns in New York, Returns to Campus for Senior Year
September 27, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – After a summer internship in the Big Apple, Jordan Kirkham of Flower Mound, Texas, has returned to the University of Mississippi newly energized as she anticipates May graduation.
Jackson Heart Study Celebrates 10 Years of Improving Minority Health
September 21, 2010 by
JACKSON, Miss. – A scientific conference featuring experts in heart disease and public health from the nation’s top universities and institutes will celebrate the Jackson Heart Study’s 10th anniversary during a three-day event beginning Wednesday (Sept. 22). The Jackson Heart Study Scientific Conference 2010, which runs Sept. 23-24 at the Jackson Convention Complex, will bothRead the story …
Grammy-Winning Artist Amy Grant Comes to Ford Center Oct. 8
September 20, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Known for putting contemporary Christian music on the map, six-time Grammy Award winner Amy Grant is set to perform Oct. 8 at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts.
Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet Performs Oct. 6 at Ford Center
September 20, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The acclaimed Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet is slated to kick off the 2010-11 season at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 6.
Magazine Innovation Center to Host Conference on ‘Re-imagining the Future While We Still Have Time’
September 20, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The future of magazines – including the roles of print, digital media, advertising, design and marketing – is to be examined by several industry heavyweights during the first major event staged by the Magazine Innovation Center at the University of Mississippi.
International Studies, Mandarin Chinese Major Interning in China after Summer of ROTC Training
September 20, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – During his three years as a student at the University of Mississippi, Gabriel Weiss of Ocean Springs has compiled an amazing academic record and impressive achievements as an ROTC cadet and campus leader.
Environmental Toxicology Researchers and Students Work to Assess Environmental Damage from Gulf Oil Spill
September 20, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s graduate program in environmental toxicology began just four years ago, but the massive oil spill this summer in the Gulf of Mexico promises to provide research opportunities to keep faculty and students busy for decades. Kristine Willett is leading a group of studies into the biological effects ofRead the story …