OXFORD, Miss. – Dozens of business students at the University of Mississippi got career advice, interview tips and a crash course in the direction of the financial industry from professionals in the field at the recent Investment Banking Workshop, hosted by the School of Business Administration. The two-day event connected students with professionals, who offeredRead the story …
Investment Banking Workshop Prepares Students for Success
Professionals give an experienced perspective to eager upperclassmen
October 30, 2018 by
Family Gift Supports UM Business Students
Ririe family aims to help university recruit in St. Louis area
October 27, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Like so many University of Mississippi students, Mike Ririe fell in love with Ole Miss during a campus visit. As a high school junior in 2004, the St. Louis native and his dad, Scott Ririe, attended their first Rebel football game preceded by festivities in the Grove and a campus tour. “WeRead the story …
UM Kicks Off First REDe Summit with a Powerful Message
Shiza Shahid addressed a packed ballroom on the importance of educating women
October 24, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – More than just an engine for economic development, entrepreneurship can be a potent tool for bringing about social change, prominent entrepreneur and women’s rights activist Shiza Shahid told participants at the inaugural REDe Entrepreneurship Summit at the University of Mississippi. “I believe entrepreneurship is one of the most powerful vehicles we have toRead the story …
M Partner Deploying Volunteers Across Mississippi
Charleston, Lexington, New Albany focus of ambitious initiative
October 12, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – More than 150 volunteers will work Saturday in Charleston, Lexington and New Albany during M Partner Community Day to tackle some of each city’s major priorities. M Partner is the University of Mississippi’s hands-on new approach to addressing community needs in the state. M Partner, which was unveiled in March, was outlined in the university’sRead the story …
Retired FedEx Vice President Shows Unwavering Support for UM
Mike Glenn continues to mentor and provide opportunities for Ole Miss students
October 7, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Organic chemistry was the game changer for Mike Glenn, retired executive vice president for market development and corporate communications at FedEx Corp. and a committed University of Mississippi alumnus. The Memphis native came to Ole Miss in 1974 as a pharmacy major. He made it through his freshman year, but his attemptRead the story …
McLean Institute Grant Award to Fund Community Engagement
Hearin Foundation provides support for research and service efforts
October 5, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss – A grant from the Robert M. Hearin Support Foundation for the University of Mississippi’s McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement will fund research and service aimed at increasing community and economic development in Mississippi communities. The McLean Institute welcomes a new group of outstanding students from around the globe thisRead the story …
UM Internship and Career Fair Continues to Grow
Almost 300 students make connections at annual event
September 9, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Scores of University of Mississippi business students got a jump start on their careers recently by networking with corporate decision-makers at the third annual Part-time Job and Internship Fair, sponsored by the university’s School of Business Administration and Career Center. The event at The Inn at Ole Miss attracted more than 280Read the story …
University Endowment Builds to All-time High of $715 Million
Strong investment returns, generosity of alumni and friends spurs growth
August 29, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s permanent endowment grew in its latest fiscal year to an all-time high of $715 million, thanks in part to the seventh consecutive year of new gifts of $100 million or more. Private support totaled more than $115.8 million from 30,332 donors, giving the university essential resources to continueRead the story …
Part-time Entrepreneurs Make Innovative Employees
Study conducted by UM business school team finds that side businesses yield valuable job skills
August 26, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Employees who operate their own businesses on the side often pick up valuable skills that they put to use at their primary jobs, according to a study conducted by three business professors and a former doctoral student at the University of Mississippi. The study concludes that having part-time entrepreneurs as employees benefitsRead the story …
Business School Closes Centennial Celebration at Jackson Event
Mississippi Department of History and Archives hosts alumni at 'History is Lunch'
August 10, 2018 by
JACKSON, Miss. – Some of the state’s most celebrated business and civic leaders of the past century took center stage at a recent celebration in Jackson, helping mark the centennial of the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration. Ken Cyree, the school’s dean, was joined by alumni Maj. Gen. Leon Collins, former adjutant generalRead the story …