University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi, affectionately known as Ole Miss, is the state's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. With more than 23,000 students, Ole Miss is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. Its 16 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy, and an Honors College acclaimed for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action.

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University of Mississippi Students Honored in 2022 Commencement Exercises

The University of Mississippi named 16 students to be Class Marshal, Standard Bearer or Banner Bearer for their respective colleges or schools during the 2022 Commencement ceremonies.

Achievement (Other) - May 10

University of Mississippi Names 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees

Ten University of Mississippi seniors have been inducted into the university's 2021-22 Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors afforded to students at UM.

Achievement (Other) - Apr 14

UM Students Earn Pharmacy Patch

Third-year professional students at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy received their white coat patches, which signifies the completion of coursework and beginning of serving patients and communities through clinical rotations.

Achievement (Other) - Apr 14

Pharmacy Students Receive White Coats

The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy presented its 2021-2022 first-year students their traditional white coats in a cermony hosted in Oxford. The white coat is a symbol of professionalism, and this ceremony marks the beginning of their professional journey toward becoming a pharmacist.

Achievement (Other) - 2021 Sep 22

University of Mississippi Students Chosen for 2021 Commencement Exercise Honors

The University of Mississippi named 20 students to be Class Marshal, Standard Bearer or Banner Bearer for their respective colleges or schools during the 2021 Commencement ceremonies.

Achievement (Other) - 2021 May 6

University of Mississippi Names 2021 Hall of Fame Inductees

Ten University of Mississippi seniors have been inducted into the university's 2020-21 Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors afforded to students at UM.

Achievement (Other) - 2021 Apr 14

Phi Kappa Phi Names 2017 Love of Learning Award Recipients

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is proud to announce the recipients of a 2017 Love of Learning Award from Session B of the program. The awards help fund post-baccalaureate studies and career development for active Phi Kappa Phi members.

Achievement (Other) - 2017 Dec 12

Phi Kappa Phi Names 2016 Love of Learning Award Recipients

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is proud to announce the recipients of a 2016 Love of Learning Award from Session B of the program. The awards help fund post-baccalaureate studies and career development for active Phi Kappa Phi members.

Achievement (Other) - 2016 Dec 8