UM Makes Top 25 List for Best College Buys

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has cracked the Top 25 again, this time as one of America’s Best College Buys.

Five Students Return to Campus After Monthlong Summer Study in France

OXFORD, Miss. – Five University of Mississippi students returned to the Oxford campus this fall enriched both academically and culturally, thanks to a monthlong French language study in Angers, France, a medieval city with modern amenities. University of Mississippi students and their professor enjoy dinner at a restaurant in Angers, France, where they spent theRead the story …

Pride of the South and Marching Southerners To Perform Joint Concert Sept. 4

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Pride of the South Band and Jacksonville State’s Marching Southerners Band are set to perform a joint concert after the Rebels’ season opener Sept. 4 against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks.

University Announces New Rules To Make Tailgating Safe, Fair for All

… Campus closed to tents until 10 p.m. Fridays OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi gameday committee has instituted several new rules and policies in an attempt to make tailgating a better experience for all fans.

School of Business to Host Fall Distinguished Speakers Series

… Thursday afternoon series begins Sept. 2 OXFORD, Miss. – A speaker series sponsored by the School of Business Administration at the University of Mississippi offers a look into ethical dilemmas, entry-level career opportunities and more.

National Center for Justice and Rule of Law Trains Police, Judges to Catch Cybercriminals

… Program provides training on legal principles regulating use of computer and digital evidence OXFORD, Miss. – As the number of cybercrimes rapidly increases nationwide, judges and law enforcement officers are charged with knowing the most up-to-date legal principles regulating computer searches and seizures. Yet digital evidence improperly obtained is inadmissible in court and can resultRead the story …

University Hopes to Build Class Unity At Thursday’s Freshmen Convocation

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s incoming Class of 2014 is expected to be one of the largest in school history. To help unite this diverse group of students, officials are inviting all freshmen to the university’s Freshmen Convocation.   Set for 7 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 26) in Tad Smith Coliseum, the convocation is open toRead the story …

Former 1959 Ole Miss Football Co-Captain Ken Kirk Leaves Estate Gift to Alma Mater

OXFORD, Miss. – The late Ken Kirk was a formidable force on the legendary 1959 University of Mississippi national championship football team as a player and co-captain, and he never forgot his experiences or teammates. Through an estate gift of more than $726,000 to the football program, he has secured student-athlete opportunities for other youngRead the story …

Festervand Becomes First Development Officer for Meek School of Journalism and New Media

OXFORD, Miss. – John Festervand has joined the University of Mississippi’s Office of Development as the first major gifts officer for the Meek School of Journalism and New Media.

UPD Promotes Tutor to Detective Captain

OXFORD, Miss. – When University of Mississippi Police Chief Calvin Sellers pinned captain’s bars on Detective Lt. Peggie “Jane” Tutor’s uniform Tuesday, she not only received a promotion but also became the university’s first female to lead campus investigations. University of Mississippi Police Chief Calvin Sellers congratulates Peggie ‘Jane’ Tutor on being promoted to detective lieutenantRead the story …