OXFORD, Miss. – Adjusting to the ever-changing world of public relations has been a constant in Robin Street’s career. Although she has taught at the University of Mississippi for more than 25 years, the courses she teaches and her teaching style are parts of that continual evolution. Her efforts were recognized this month when sheRead the story …
Street Awarded UM Online Teaching Award
Journalism instructor honored for innovation in online instruction
April 20, 2017 by
UM Summer Camps Help Students Explore Conservation and Ecology
Leadership program, day camps offer variety of experiences combined with fun activities
April 15, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Students in second through 12th grades can participate in special camps this summer that focus on environmental conservation and exploration, offered by the University of Mississippi Field Station and the UM Office of Pre-College Programs. Rising 11th- through 12th-grade students have an opportunity to explore environmental challenges facing Mississippi and the world asRead the story …
UM Catapult Competition Draws Top Guns
Tishomingo County High School teams defeated 16 others to take home top honors
April 13, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Normally, tennis balls volley back and forth on the tennis court, but Wednesday afternoon (April 12), the fluorescent yellow balls were being catapulted in the C.M. Tad Smith Coliseum at the University of Mississippi. The School of Engineering, Center for Math and Science Education and Division of Outreach and Continuing Education hostedRead the story …
Toyota Wellspring Scholarships Available for UM Summer Camp Programs
Middle and high school students in Lee, Pontotoc and Union counties encouraged to apply
March 9, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sixth- through 12th-grade students who attend public schools in Lee, Pontotoc and Union counties can take advantage of special scholarships that will pay all costs associated with attending select University of Mississippi summer camps this year. “We are so happy to see local students receive scholarships that will help them expand theirRead the story …
Faculty, Students Prepare for Learning Adventures Across the Country
StudyUSA program participants take courses in a variety of cities this summer
March 6, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – This summer, University of Mississippi students will be eyewitnesses to the raising of Tappan Zee bridge in New York City, meeting with Pulitzer Prize-winning staff at The Washington Post and visiting Google’s headquarters in California. These are just a few of the learning adventures that students have opportunities to experience when theyRead the story …
UM-DeSoto Graduate’s Career Soars
Alumna manages inventory accounting for Endeavor Air
March 3, 2017 by
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. – After earning her degree in finance from the University of Mississippi at DeSoto Center-Southaven, Heather Gatzke’s career has reached great heights. The 2011 graduate works for Endeavor Air as a manager of inventory accounting. Her journey with the airline began while she was still in school at UM-DeSoto. “While I attended UM-DeSoto,Read the story …
UM-DeSoto to Host Informational Events for NWCC Students
Regional campus staff aims to assist students with enrollment in a bachelor's degree program
March 3, 2017 by
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. – Northwest Mississippi Community College students who plan to transfer into a University of Mississippi bachelor’s degree-completion program are invited to two upcoming events at the university’s Southaven regional campus. The first event, 2+2 Transfer Day, is slated for 10 a.m.-noon and 3-5 p.m. March 8 in the lobby of the NWCC DeSotoRead the story …
University to Host Open House for 2017 K-12 Summer Camp Options
Locals invited to stop by Feb. 7 for info about variety of academic summer programs available
February 1, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Summer activities for school-age children are a hot topic this time of year as parents look to secure spots and decide on the best camp options for their children. Local parents can get a head start on planning a fun academic experience for their children this summer when the University of MississippiRead the story …
UM Communiversity Classes Offer Variety of Enrichment Activities
Several new options this spring to include Latin dancing and sushi making
January 27, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Trying something new this spring might be the spark that energizes you for the new year, and the University of Mississippi Communiversity program has a great lineup of classes ready to help you explore new subjects and hobbies. A full slate of enrichment course opportunities are scheduled this spring to help participantsRead the story …
Schools Look to DeSoto Writing Center for Insight
Faculty and staff offer advice, resources for development of middle and high school centers
January 5, 2017 by
SOUTHAVEN, Miss. – As director of the Writing Center at the University of Mississippi at DeSoto Center-Southaven, Jeanine Rauch sees the value of honing writing skills early. “Ultimately, writing is clear thinking,” said Rauch, an instructor in the university’s Department of Writing and Rhetoric. “When students are confident in their own writing, the writing processRead the story …