OXFORD, Miss. – The accidental overdose of a young University of Mississippi alumnus brought the UM family together in recent years to support an initiative aimed at preventing such tragedies in the future. On Friday (Sept. 6), the results of this initiative will be unveiled when the new William Magee Center for Wellness Education, anRead the story …
Honoring William by Helping Others: UM to Dedicate Magee Center
Grand opening of pivotal education, prevention facility at Ole Miss set for 4 p.m. Friday
September 3, 2019 by
Staff Members Awarded for Representing Student Affairs’ Core Values
Division honors employees for going 'above and beyond' job duties
August 30, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Five staff members in the University of Mississippi‘s Division of Student Affairs have been honored for excellence in serving students during the 2018-19 academic year. The Core Values awards were established in 2015 to recognize employees who have shown characteristics of the division’s core values: Students First, Everyone Speaks, Embrace Differences and Lead withRead the story …
UM Unveils State-of-the-Art South Campus Recreation Center
University transformed vacant property into 100,000-square-foot hub of holistic wellness and recreation
August 29, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi officials ushered in the age of the new South Campus Recreation Center Wednesday (Aug. 28), marking the completion of the transformation of a vacant manufacturing site into a 100,000-square-foot hub of holistic wellness and recreation. In 2010, the university purchased the former Whirlpool property, off Chucky Mullins Drive, providingRead the story …
A Bigger, Better Student Union
UM facility has new features and better spaces for student activities, thanks to $60 million renovation
August 22, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s new and improved Student Union is twice the size it used to be, and the $60 million renovation also added many digital screens and more flexible meeting spaces, which creates countless opportunities for collaboration and community. The Ole Miss Student Union opened in 1977 as a 98,000-square-foot center of campusRead the story …
More than Just a Place to Exercise
South Campus Recreation Center aims to benefit all aspects of student well-being
August 21, 2019 by
OXFORD – The University of Mississippi‘s new South Campus Recreation Center will provide a state-of-the-art facility where students can lift weights, rock climb and participate in a variety of health and exercise options. But the center will also be a place where students seek wellness education, learn to make healthy decisions and find their university family,Read the story …
Jeter Named Assistant Vice Chancellor for Wellness and Student Success
Native Mississippian brings 13-plus years of experience to UM
July 9, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – An administrator at Winston-Salem State University soon will be the new assistant vice chancellor for wellness and student success at the University of Mississippi. Natasha H. Jeter, assistant dean of health, wellness and prevention services at WSSU, begins her new position Aug. 1. With more than 13 years of professional experience inRead the story …
Sisters Honor Father with Endowment at Ole Miss
Holman sisters' gift supports students in memory of late alumnus
June 29, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The late University of Mississippi alumnus Chris Holman instilled a love for his alma mater in his five daughters from the time they were children. They are sharing that affection with others by creating the Christopher C. Holman Memorial Endowment for Ole Miss Student Emergencies. The Falls Church, Virginia, resident known forRead the story …
Brent Marsh Hired as New Dean of Students
Higher education veteran brings 20-plus years of experience in student affairs to Ole Miss
June 26, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Brent Marsh, who has worked in higher education student affairs for more than two decades, has been named the new assistant vice chancellor for student affairs and dean of students at the University of Mississippi. Marsh, who was serving as vice president for student affairs at Rogers State University, was selected after aRead the story …
Families Give Back to Boost Campus Programming
Council provides major support to enhance student experiences
June 21, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi parents are strengthening the student experience with a gift of $150,000 directed to nine areas of the Division of Student Affairs. The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs issued a call for proposals from departments in the Division of Student Affairs, and the Ole Miss Family LeadershipRead the story …
New Director Shares Vision for University Health Services
UM alumnus Alex Langhart sets plans for services to serve students, faculty and staff
June 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Alex Langhart, new director of the University of Mississippi Health Services, aims to increase access, promote wellness and find solutions to ensure all faculty, staff and students receive excellent on-campus care. Langhart received his master’s degree in health services administration from UM in 2015. The Tylertown native, who also has a bachelor’s degreeRead the story …