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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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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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Meredith Whited Named Class Marshal for School of Education at University of Mississippi

Meredith Whited, of Marion, Arkansas, was designated class marshal for the School of Education at the University of Mississippi. Whited, who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education in English education, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 19

Saydee Taylor Named Class Marshal for Patterson School of Accountancy at University of Mississippi

Saydee Taylor, of Booneville, was designated class marshal for the Patterson School of Accountancy at the University of Mississippi. Taylor, who earned a Bachelor of Accountancy, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 19

Purnima Narayan Named Class Marshal for Graduate School at University of Mississippi

Purnima Narayan, of Pune, India, was designated class marshal for the Graduate School at the University of Mississippi. Narayan, who earned a Doctor of Philosophy in physics, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 19

Jane Thomas Named Banner Bearer for School of Journalism and New Media at University of Mississippi

Jane Thomas, of Corinth, was designated banner bearer for the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi. Thomas, who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 19

Stephanie Handford Named Class Marshal for School of Engineering at University of Mississippi

Stephanie Handford, of Waukesha, Wisconsin, was designated class marshal for the School of Engineering at the University of Mississippi. Handford, who earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 16

Emma Gregory Named Class Marshal for General Studies at University of Mississippi

Emma Gregory, of Oxford, was designated class marshal for General Studies at the University of Mississippi. Gregory, who earned a Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 16

Kharley Redmon Named Class Marshal for College of Liberal Arts at University of Mississippi

Kharley Redmon, of Lewisport, Kentucky, was designated class marshal for the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Mississippi. Redmon, who earned a Bachelor of Arts in international studies and Arabic, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 16

Lily Martin Named Class Marshal for School of Business Administration at University of Mississippi

Lily Martin, of Providence, Kentucky, was designated class marshal for the School of Business Administration at the University of Mississippi. Martin, who earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in banking and finance, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 16

Gauree Wathodkar Named Class Marshal for Graduate School at University of Mississippi

Gauree Wathodkar, of Amravati, India, was designated class marshal for the Graduate School at the University of Mississippi. Wathodkar, who earned a Doctor of Philosophy in mathematics, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 16

Claire Kenney Named Class Marshal for School of Journalism and New Media at University of Mississippi

Claire Kenney, of Tupelo, was designated class marshal for the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi. Kenney, who earned a Bachelor of Science in integrated marketing communications, was among the 15 UM students who were named class marshal or banner bearer for their respective college or school during the 2025 Commencement ceremonies.
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Achievement (Other) - May 16

University of Mississippi Rising Seniors Inducted Into 2025 Mortar Board Honor Society

Fifty rising seniors joined the Tassels Chapter of Mortar Board at the University of Mississippi. Mortar Board is a national honor society that traditionally recognizes college seniors for their achievements in scholarship, leadership and service, provides opportunities for continued leadership development, promotes service to colleges and universities, and encourages lifelong contributions to the global community.
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Honor Society - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Katherine Tibbs Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Katherine Tibbs, from Diamondhead, a junior exercise science major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Camille Newman Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Camille Newman, from Pass Christian, a junior mechanical engineering major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Lindsey McGee Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Lindsey McGee, from Chesterfield, Missouri, a junior mechanical engineering major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Jacob King Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Jacob King, from Canton, a junior biochemistry major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Jana Abuirshaid Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Jana Abuirshaid, from Southaven, a junior public health and Arabic double major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Benton Donahue Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Benton Donahue, from Madison, a junior music major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Emma Broemmer Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Emma Broemmer, from Leesburg, Virginia, a junior psychology major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student John Griffith Wins Stamps Impact Prize

John Griffith, from Charlotte, North Carolina, a junior mechanical engineering major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 9

University of Mississippi Student Maria Fernanda Argote de la Torre Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Maria Fernanda Argote de la Torre, from San Andres Cholula, Mexico, a junior biomedical engineering major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 8

University of Mississippi Student Darryl Bonds Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Darryl Bonds, from Richland, a junior psychology major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 8

University of Mississippi Student Abi Turner Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Abi Turner, of Buford, Georgia, a junior elementary education major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 8

University of Mississippi Student Ann Grigsby Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Ann Grigsby, from Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, a senior art major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 8

University of Mississippi Student Sydney Guntharp Wins Stamps Impact Prize

Sydney Guntharp, from Hernando, a senior English and political science double major at the University of Mississippi, was named one of 15 Stamps Impact Prize winners for spring 2025. Matching a $100,000 renewable gift from the Stamps family, the university created the competitive award in fall 2023 to enhance undergraduate students' academic experience by supporting innovative, faculty-mentored endeavors beyond the classroom. Students receive up to $5,000 to support their work.
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Achievement (Other) - May 8

University of Mississippi Students Receive Highest Academic Award, Taylor Medal

The University of Mississippi selected more than 90 students to receive a 2025 Marcus Elvis Taylor Memorial Medal, the university's highest academic award.
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Academic Award - May 2

Anne Caramanica Receives Inaugural Scholarship From Ole Miss Golf Course

The Ole Miss Golf Course awarded its inaugural scholarship to Anne Caramanica, of Leesburg, Virginia. Caramanica is a law studies major at the University of Mississippi and a staff member in the pro shop at the golf course. "OMGC student employees are an invaluable part of our daily operations," said Tate Anderson, manager of the Ole Miss Golf Course. "This scholarship program is a unique opportunity for us to recognize their contributions to the course, as well as their personal and academic accomplishments. We congratulate this year's recipients and remain committed to supporting our student employees."
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Scholarship - Apr 28

Malorie Steen Receives Inaugural Scholarship From Ole Miss Golf Course

The Ole Miss Golf Course awarded its inaugural scholarship to Malorie Steen, of Vicksburg. Steen (BA 23) is pursuing a Master of Education in counselor education at the University of Mississippi and is on the pro staff at the golf course. "OMGC student employees are an invaluable part of our daily operations," said Tate Anderson, manager of the Ole Miss Golf Course. "This scholarship program is a unique opportunity for us to recognize their contributions to the course, as well as their personal and academic accomplishments. We congratulate this year's recipients and remain committed to supporting our student employees."
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Achievement (Other) - Apr 28

Carter May Receives Inaugural Scholarship From Ole Miss Golf Course

The Ole Miss Golf Course awarded its inaugural scholarship to Carter May, of Stewart. May (BBA 24) is pursuing his MBA at the University of Mississippi and is a member of the agronomy staff at the golf course. "OMGC student employees are an invaluable part of our daily operations," said Tate Anderson, manager of the Ole Miss Golf Course. "This scholarship program is a unique opportunity for us to recognize their contributions to the course, as well as their personal and academic accomplishments. We congratulate this year's recipients and remain committed to supporting our student employees."
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Achievement (Other) - Apr 28

UM Students Inducted Into Phi Beta Kappa

More than 100 University of Mississippi students were inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, the nation's oldest and most prestigious undergraduate honors organization in the liberal arts. The university held an induction ceremony on April 4 in the Johnson Commons Ballroom on campus. Phi Beta Kappa membership is an honor conferred upon fewer than 10% of each graduating class. Students do not apply for membership but are elected by the chapter after a review of the academic records of each eligible candidate.
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Honor Society - Apr 24

University of Mississippi Sophomore Demetrick Stringer Earns Spot in National Leadership Program

Demetrick Stringer, of Robinsonville, a sophomore legal studies and political science major at the University of Mississippi, is one of 12 students nationwide selected for the 2026 class of The Institute for Responsible Citizenship. A two-summer program based in Washington, D.C., the institute offers opportunities for African American male college students. Those opportunities include internships, seminars on economic and constitutional principles and ethics, meetings with prominent leaders, and personal and professional development workshops.
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Achievement (Other) - Apr 24
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