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Hickman Encourages University of Mississippi Graduates to Say “Yes” to Difficult Things

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Hickman Encourages University of Mississippi Graduates to Say “Yes” to Difficult Things

University of Mississippi May 17, 2023

Degrees conferred for more than 5,000 graduation candidates Smiling faces, warm embraces and a few happy tears...

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University of Mississippi Choirs to Perform “…and Justice for All”

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University of Mississippi Choirs to Perform “…and Justice for All”

University of Mississippi April 26, 2023

May 3 event features original composition, message of world peace The University of Mississippi Choirs will present...

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Ole Miss Junior Madeleine Dotson Named Truman Scholar

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Ole Miss Junior Madeleine Dotson Named Truman Scholar

University of Mississippi April 13, 2023

Honors student chosen for coveted national scholarship An ordinary day turned extraordinary for Madeleine Dotson this week, as she...

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Endowment Seeks to Create Leaders in STEM Fields at the University of Mississippi

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Endowment Seeks to Create Leaders in STEM Fields at the University of Mississippi

University of Mississippi April 3, 2023

Pilkos provide scholarship gift, service to Honors College Inspired by opportunities she received as a college student,...

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University of Mississippi Honors College to Mark 25th with Silver Gala

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University of Mississippi Honors College to Mark 25th with Silver Gala

University of Mississippi February 22, 2023

Event to celebrate quarter-century of growth, Barksdale family’s contributions to success The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College...

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Veteran Journalist Leads Exploration of University and State of Mississippi

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Veteran Journalist Leads Exploration of University and State of Mississippi

University of Mississippi December 7, 2022

Honors College class focuses on issues and progress 60 years after Meredith enrollment University of Mississippi students...

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Courage, Lifting Her Voice: Ole Miss Sophomore Encourages Tough Conversations about Racial Injustice

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Courage, Lifting Her Voice: Ole Miss Sophomore Encourages Tough Conversations about Racial Injustice

University of Mississippi November 7, 2022

As part of the 60th anniversary of integration at the University of Mississippi, this is the second...

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Grishams Commit Estate Gift to Transforming Lives at Ole Miss

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Grishams Commit Estate Gift to Transforming Lives at Ole Miss

University of Mississippi October 24, 2022

Bequest to support mission of Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement Vaughn Grisham, professor emeritus of...

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The University of Mississippi Then and Now: Four Black Families Share Perspectives on Their University of Mississippi Experience

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The University of Mississippi Then and Now: Four Black Families Share Perspectives on Their University of Mississippi Experience

University of Mississippi October 18, 2022

When civil rights activist James Meredith (BA 63) integrated the University of Mississippi in 1962, he made...

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Distinguished Alumni to Share Insights at University of Mississippi Honors Convocation

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Distinguished Alumni to Share Insights at University of Mississippi Honors Convocation

University of Mississippi October 12, 2022

Members of Barksdale family also returning for Honors College’s 25th anniversary A trio of successful Sally McDonnell...

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Timothy Yenter Named Associate Dean of University of Mississippi Honors College

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Timothy Yenter Named Associate Dean of University of Mississippi Honors College

University of Mississippi October 5, 2022

New administrator to assist seniors in creating capstone projects Through his new role as associate dean for...

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University of Mississippi Honors James Meredith and Commemorates 60 Years of Integration

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University of Mississippi Honors James Meredith and Commemorates 60 Years of Integration

University of Mississippi October 5, 2022

Signature event features recognitions and awards for first African American to enroll at the university Culminating nearly...

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New University of Mississippi Faculty Members Bring New Perspectives on Studying the South

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New University of Mississippi Faculty Members Bring New Perspectives on Studying the South

University of Mississippi October 4, 2022

Andrew Donnelly and Ryan Parsons spent time on campus before joining faculty Thomas Wolfe wrote that you...

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Dawn of New Era in the Arts at the University of Mississippi: New Institute Shines a Light on Creative Arts on Campus and Beyond

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Dawn of New Era in the Arts at the University of Mississippi: New Institute Shines a Light on Creative Arts on Campus and Beyond

University of Mississippi September 19, 2022

Pianist Bruce Levingston and special guest artists will give the first performance in celebration of the University of...

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University of Mississippi to Dedicate Ole Miss Student Union Name, Present Concerto Award

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University of Mississippi to Dedicate Ole Miss Student Union Name, Present Concerto Award

University of Mississippi August 24, 2022

Both events pay tribute to late Gertrude C. Ford and her foundation The University of Mississippi will...

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‘Leaders for Tomorrow’ Recipients Aim High at Ole Miss

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‘Leaders for Tomorrow’ Recipients Aim High at Ole Miss

University of Mississippi August 16, 2022

Incoming freshmen awarded Annexstad Family Foundation scholarships Three students in the University of Mississippi‘s Sally McDonnell Barksdale...

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Ethel Scurlock Named University of Mississippi Honors College Dean

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Ethel Scurlock Named University of Mississippi Honors College Dean

University of Mississippi July 25, 2022

First female African American dean brings administrative expertise, new vision to role Ethel Scurlock has always been...

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Croft Student at University of Mississippi Lands Study Abroad Experience at Oxford University

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Croft Student at University of Mississippi Lands Study Abroad Experience at Oxford University

University of Mississippi June 29, 2022

Ole Miss senior among 10 visiting students at Blackfriars Hall for 2022-23 academic year As a student...

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Trusted Campus Physician Retires After 17 Years of Service

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Trusted Campus Physician Retires After 17 Years of Service

University of Mississippi June 21, 2022

Dr. Jean Gispen praised for providing exceptional care during her time at Ole Miss Dr. Jean Gispen...

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Active Minds Returns to Ole Miss to Curb Campus Suicides

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Active Minds Returns to Ole Miss to Curb Campus Suicides

University of Mississippi March 7, 2022

Student-led University of Mississippi group sponsors exhibition promoting the importance of mental health A national traveling exhibit...

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