Aliza Warner

Makayla Fultz crowned Miss Black University 2024

The second-ever Miss Black University pageant at the University of Mississippi took place on the afternoon of Sunday, Feb. 18, kicking off one of the first of many events slated for National Pan-Hellenic Council week. The pageant ended with the crowning of Makayla Fultz, senior allied health studies major, as Miss Black University. The event […]

It’s all Greek to them: why some students leave their fraternities and sororities

Greek life is commonly associated with student life at the University of Mississippi. With 33 Greek organizations and around 8,700 affiliated student members, it is a common path for UM students to take as they enter the university. However, some students step off that path after being affiliated with fraternities and sororities for a while.    […]

Booked and busy: six spring reads to look forward to

A new year means new books to enjoy, and for 2024, there are many to look forward to. Here are some upcoming winter and spring releases that you can put on your to-read list. “Be a Revolution” by Ijeoma Oluo  Everyone wants to help create positive change, but at times, that can seem like a […]

UM Opera Theatre celebrates being human

“Secrets & Rumors” is the University of Mississippi Opera Theatre’s first performance this production season. Through the medium of music storytelling, the show promises to encapsulate all human emotions and experiences.  For those who have never experienced opera theater, this type of performance has characteristics that differ from other forms of entertainment. Lucy Elfert, a […]

The evolution of UM’s charitable organizations

Organizations such as Grove Grocery and RebelTHON originated with the intent to give back to the Oxford community. Since then, they have become fixtures of the University of Mississippi, but they also have evolved into communities for the student body.   Established in 2013, Grove Grocery emerged from the Division of Student Affairs when the previous […]

Day of the Dead brings Latino heritage to life

Día de los Muertos — Day of the Dead — is a holiday widely observed in Mexico to celebrate and honor the memory of those who have passed.  Traditionally, though not exclusively, Day of the Dead is a time for many to celebrate deceased loved ones. Beautifully decorated altars, family gatherings, delicious meals and many […]

Book club opens new chapter for UM readers

A new chapter has begun on campus for all of the University of Mississippi’s book-loving students. The Ole Miss Book Club had its first meeting for new members on Thursday, Sept. 28.   Senior political science and psychology major Sarah Smith is the creator of the Ole Miss Book Club. She not only wants to create […]

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