OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has been named a “voter-friendly campus” by the Fair Elections Center‘s Campus Vote Project. The Campus Vote Project, in coordination with the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, recognizes institutions that have dedicated effort to civic education and voter education on campus. Ole Miss is one of 258Read the story …
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UM Named a Voter-Friendly University
Students take lead on voter registration, education and civic leadership
May 16, 2023 by
Q&A with Cliff McKay, UM Chaplain During Integration
Minister who called for peace and lawfulness delivered 1963 commencement benediction
May 10, 2023 by
When James Meredith received his bachelor’s degree at the University of Mississippi‘s 1963 Commencement ceremony – less than one year following the university’s turbulent integration – he became not only its first African American student but also its first African American graduate. Among those participating in the ceremony was Presbyterian minister Clifford A. McKay Jr.Read the story …
Alumni Give Guidance to the Class of 2023
Notable UM alumni encourage leadership, kindness and pursuing passions
May 8, 2023 by
When the members of the class of 2023 graduate on May 13, they’ll complete one journey and commence the next. Building on the legacies they’ve established at the University of Mississippi, they are ready to go forth and apply the talents, education and verve they’ve developed as Ole Miss Rebels. Urging them on are theRead the story …
Knowledge: Writing Her Own Story
Former DM editor-in-chief receives prestigious internships, accolades
May 8, 2023 by
As part of the 60th anniversary of integration at the University of Mississippi, this is the final installment of a four-part series based on the themes that are inscribed on the Civil Rights Monument on campus: perseverance, courage, knowledge and opportunity. These student stories reflect the characteristics that James Meredith embodied six decades ago whenRead the story …
University Librarian is a Digital Commons IR All-Star
Michelle Emanuel recognized for eGrove digital repository
April 24, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Bepress, a leading academic software firm, has selected the University of Mississippi‘s Michelle Emanuel as a 2023 Digital Commons IR All-Star. Emanuel, head of metadata and digital initiatives for University Libraries, is one of four 2023 All-Stars and recently presented “Powering Your Institutional Showcase with Niche Collections” at the 2023 Digital CommonsRead the story …
Get to Know the 2022-23 Hall of Fame Inductees
Honorees lauded for leadership, service and academic achievement
April 18, 2023 by
Ten University of Mississippi seniors have been inducted into the university’s 2022-23 Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors given to Ole Miss students. Inductees were selected by a committee in accordance with policy developed by the Associated Student Body. Selections are based on outstanding contributions in all aspects of campus life. Inductees wereRead the story …
Faculty, Staff Honored for Diversity Excellence
Event serves as final celebration in university’s 60 years of integration commemoration
April 13, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi leaders and members of the campus community came together Tuesday (April 11) to honor faculty and staff achievements in the areas of diversity and inclusion. The Honoring Diversity Excellence ceremony and reception came at the end of a yearlong commemoration of the 60th anniversary of integration, when James MeredithRead the story …
Ole Miss Readies for Fourth Annual Giving Day
Online event seeks to strengthen programs, bolster ongoing capital campaign
March 30, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Giving Day 2023 at the University of Mississippi, April 4-5, will bring together students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends to support academic and outreach programs through an online, social media-driven campaign. “Our alumni and friends are incredibly generous and engaged in campus life, and I’m excited for how Giving Day provides a vibrantRead the story …
University to Honor Diversity Excellence
April 11 ceremony marks a final event in university's 60th anniversary of integration observance
March 28, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As one of the final events in the University of Mississippi‘s 60th anniversary of integration commemoration, the university will honor faculty and staff achievements in diversity and inclusion. The Honoring Diversity Excellence ceremony and reception is set for 3 p.m. April 11 in the Ole Miss Student Union Ballroom. “Throughout the year,Read the story …
Opportunity: Searching the Globe for Better Care
Senior biology major seeks to improve health care for minority patients
February 20, 2023 by
As part of the 60th anniversary of integration at the University of Mississippi, this is the third of a four-part series based on the themes that are inscribed on the Civil Rights Monument on campus: perseverance, courage, knowledge and opportunity. These student stories reflect the characteristics that James Meredith embodied six decades ago when heRead the story …