OXFORD, Miss. – After weeks of preparation, more than 80 University of Mississippi freshmen public policy leadership majors participated in a mock congressional hearing on campus Wednesday (Nov. 29) to discuss voting reform. The event simulated a hearing of the United States Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. The students, who came from four OleRead the story …
Public Policy Leadership Students Compete in ‘Battle for the Gavel’
Exercise provides real-world experience in navigating public policy challenges
December 1, 2023 by
Doctoral Student Recognized for Excellence in Science Communications
Sumeet Kulkarni earns Schmidt award for writing, use of photography
November 30, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi doctoral student in physics has been recognized nationally for his excellence in science communications. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine in partnership with Schmidt Futures awarded Sumeet Kulkarni (MEd 21) with a 2023 Eric and Wendy Schmidt Award. He is among 24 honorees in eight categories.Read 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 …
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 …
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 …
Two UM Students, One Graduate Named Rhodes and Marshall Finalists
Three selected to final round of interviews for prestigious scholarships
November 9, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi students and one recent graduate have been named as finalists for the prestigious Rhodes scholarships. One of them is also a finalist for the Marshall Scholarship. Jilkiah Bryant, who graduated in 2023 with a degree in public health and health sciences; Madeleine Dotson, a senior majoring in economics,Read the story …
Professor Recognized for Geographic Teaching Excellence
David Rutherford named national council's teacher of the year
November 7, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The National Council for Geographic Education has honored David Rutherford, associate professor of public policy leadership at the University of Mississippi, with its Distinguished Teaching in Higher Education award. Since 2007, Rutherford has taught public policy leadership courses that equip students with knowledge about the contemporary world and the major processes involvedRead the story …
The Pride of Their Parents
For first time in history, all UM band directors have children in the band
November 7, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As University of Mississippi band directors, Tim Oliver, Randy Dale and Mel Morse have a lot in common: their mastery of music, love of sports and, now, the title of “band dad.” For the first time in the Pride of the South‘s history, all three of its directors have children in theRead the story …
Students Win National Award for Open-Source Intelligence
Open-source intelligence foundation selects university's security studies center for inaugural honor
November 6, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The OSINT Foundation has awarded its inaugural OSINT Product of the Year to a research project conducted by students in the University of Mississippi Center for Intelligence and Security Studies. The OSINT Foundation is a national nonprofit organization devoted to promoting open-source intelligence tradecraft and developing professionals in the intelligence community. TheRead the story …
Alumnus Helps Improve Facilities for Ole Miss Student-Athletes
Dustin Todd cites myriad of experiences, importance of athletics for regional economy as motivators
November 4, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A young University of Mississippi graduate’s desire to give back to his alma mater was borne from a myriad of experiences, including memorable football games he attended, involvement in campus politics and family ties to Ole Miss. Dustin Todd, who earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and history in 2007, hasRead the story …