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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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."

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."

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."

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.

More than 150 University of Mississippi students were welcomed into the Phi Kappa Phi honor society, one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious honor societies for all academic disciplines. The university held an induction ceremony on April 3 at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on campus. Membership in Phi Kappa Phi is based on a student's character and academic standing. Juniors must have completed 72 credit hours and rank in the top 7.5% of their class, while seniors and graduate students must rank in the top 10% of their class.

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.

Yasmine Ware walked into Chancellor Glenn Boyce's office thinking she would speak with a prospective donor. Instead, she walked out as the University of Mississippi's 20th Harry S. Truman Scholar. Boyce surprised the junior interdisciplinary studies major with the news on April 10. Unbeknownst to Ware, her mother, father and younger brother, who traveled from their hometown of Madison, were waiting in Boyce's office.