How does a 5’11, 158 lb. business major from the University of Richmond gain respect from the likes of everyone from Snoop Dogg to your nerdy neighbor across the street? By impeccably blending legitimate hip-hop bars, improv comedy, and sports into one and calling it Lil Dicky.
Local businesses and organizations respond as HB 1523 becomes a law
Around a year ago, an intense fervor rose within Oxford. The introduction of a Mississippi bill forced everyone to ask themselves where the line should be drawn between LGBT rights and religious freedom.
With House Bill 1523 now law in Mississippi, civil rights organizations seek equality for LGBTQ community
On Oct. 10, House Bill 1523, also known as the Religious Liberty Accommodations Act, was passed in Mississippi, and some fear it may give businesses and the government freedom to discriminate against the community.
A look behind the scenes at Ole Miss NewsWatch Live at Five
The broadcasters enter the Student Media Center at 2:30 p.m. Dressed to impress, Matthew Hendley logs into the rundown to see what stories he’ll be covering as anchor when the show begins.
Former Newswatch reporter enters the real world of journalism
Newswatch field reporter, Daniella Oropeza, recently received her degree in broadcast journalism. Daniella joined Newswatch as a junior in 2015. Although she’s sad to leave, she has plenty to look forward to.
Opinion: Spirituality: Does polytheism result in better communities?
When the Bible was created, polytheism was the main method of worship. Polytheism is the belief in many gods – “poly” meaning many and “theism” meaning god. The idea behind the polytheistic way is the belief that there was more than one power or force within the universe.
Two UM students are breaking the ‘sorority girl’ stereotype
Two University of Mississippi women are proving that there’s more to “sorority girls” than some people think. Emily Olsen and Katie Smith are both members of sororities and the Army ROTC.
Tannehill is ready to lead Oxford into a new era
Alderwoman Robyn Tannehill, the mayor-elect of Oxford, has been with the city nearly three decades contributing in many roles. Come the general election this June, Tannehill will have the next four years to promote her vision of Oxford.
As his term as Oxford’s mayor ends, Patterson cites new hospital as proudest accomplishment
In the next few months, the City of Oxford will face a shift in government. An era will end, and a new mayor will lead the town. After a 16 years, Mayor “Pat” Patterson has announced that he will not run for re-election in 2017.
Committee recommends renaming Vardaman Hall, contextualizing other UM sites
By Hunter Ransom Oxford Stories The Chancellor’s Advisory Committee on History and Context recently announced a plan to change the name of Vardaman Hall in a committee-hosted listening session. The committee also announced […]
It Starts With MEek: Professor speaks about the importance of engaging with difference
Georgia Williams Oxford Stories Meek School of Journalism and New Media students and faculty have organized a host of events that will be happening in the next few days. The various workshops and panels all […]
Opinion: Student shares thoughts on Overby Center presentation ‘Assault on the Media’
Jessica Duffield Oxford Stories jfduffie@go.olemiss.edu Is the news media dishonest? That was one of the first questions asked and answered during the University of Mississippi’s Meek School of Journalism and New Media […]
How we talk about race and why it’s important
Brantley Meaders Oxford Stories bjmeader@go.olemiss.edu According to civil rights attorney and University of Mississippi School of Law professor Cliff Johnson, talking about race is difficult for students today. However, in his profession, […]
The presidential election has caused division, but some say Americans must move forward
By Elijah Coombs, Amanda Hill, Owen Howland, Charles Miller and Katie Wasierski University of Mississippi student James Cameron was glued to the TV Nov. 8 awaiting the outcome of the 2016 presidential […]
How will international leaders react to Trump presidency?
By Natalie Beth Seales, Ashley Wallace, Kendra Newton, Jane DeCleva and Torry Rees Foreign countries will no longer respect America now that Donald Trump has been elected president, according to Brazilian University […]
With a new president-elect, the nation wonders what will happen next?
By Kathryn Abernathy, Mac Hinojos, Tamera Staples, Morgan Gusella, Fairlie Outland and Rowan Ryan Disappointment, relief, fear, excitement – mixed emotions are felt throughout the nation after the Clinton and Trump battle, […]
