Video: George Will Gives Honors Convocation Address

Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist George Will opened the Spring Honors Convocation with a reference to football, although the professor is better known for his commentary on politics and his love of baseball. He shared both subjects with those attending the convocation. Video by Mary Stanton.

George Will Gives Honors Convocation Address

Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist George Will opened the Spring Honors Convocation with a reference to football, although the professor is better known for his commentary on politics and his love of baseball. He shared both subjects with those attending the convocation. Video by Mary Stanton.

Political Commentator to Present Honors College Convocation

George Will lecture is free, open to the public

OXFORD, Miss. – America’s foremost political commentator and conservative columnist will give the annual spring convocation for the University of Mississippi’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College. George F. Will presents “The Political Argument Today” at 7 p.m. Feb. 5 in the Ford Center for the Performing Arts. The convocation is free and open to theRead the story …

Honors Convocation to Recognize Outstanding Students, Teacher

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will honor undergraduate and graduate students who were nominated by faculty for their distinguished academic achievements at its 69th annual Honors Convocation. The Honors Convocation, set for 7:30 p.m. April 12 in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts, is open to the public. A receptionRead the story …

Barksdale Award Winners Plan to Learn Chinese, Document Food Traditions

OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi students have zeroed in on the challenges of a rapidly changing world and have been named Barksdale Award winners for their efforts. Cara Thorne of Toronto and Yi Wei of Starkville, both sophomores in the UM Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, were presented the awards Wednesday night atRead the story …