STORIES August 28, 2006Baldwyn High School Grad Awarded Larry Johnson Ole Miss First ScholarshipKarrye Pippin, salutatorian last year at Baldwyn High School, is among a record number of freshmen this fall at the University of Mississippi. And although her first few days on the Oxford campus were somewhat nerve-racking, Pippin said she knows she can count on her mentor, Ole Miss alumnus Larry Johnson of Jackson, to help… August 25, 2006Tupelo Native Hired as Development Officer For Ole Miss First Scholarship ProgramJill Waycaster, a May 2006 University of Mississippi graduate, has taken a position as a development officer at the university’s Office of Development. The Tupelo native is responsible for attracting financial support for the Ole Miss First scholarship initiative. "Ole Miss alumni are very willing to step forward to ensure a margin of excellence for… August 17, 2006Ten Exceptional Entering Freshmen Receive Lott Leadership ScholarshipsSince it was founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi has nurtured state and national leaders, and that tradition continues including special training opportunities through the Trent Lott Leadership Institute. Ten freshmen enter UM this fall as recipients of the $40,000 Lott Leadership Scholarship, which includes association with the institute. The exceptional students are chosen… July 23, 2006Free Rebel Ride Shuttle Receives $30,000 Gift, Expands RouteRebel Ride shuttle service is to continue providing free transportation for the Oxford-University of Mississippi community this fall, thanks in part to a recent $30,000 gift from the Ole Miss Greek Fundraiser. Fraternity and sorority members raised the money through a yearlong letter-writing campaign, requesting private donations from friends and relatives. The Greek Council voted… July 21, 2006Jackson Physician, Wife Establish Ole Miss First ScholarshipProud of the strides made at the University of Mississippi in academics, athletics and facilities without marring the "emotion of Ole Miss," Dr. and Mrs. Darden North of Jackson have established a scholarship for deserving students. The couple recently seeded the Darden and Sally North Ole Miss First Scholarship with a $25,000 pledge. "Ole Miss… July 14, 2006Jake and Julie Farrell Establish Ole Miss First ScholarshipOXFORD, Miss. – Placing importance on the value of a good education, Jake and Julie Farrell decided to donate $25,000 to establish a scholarship in the Ole Miss First Scholars program at the University of Mississippi. by Rebecca Lauck Cleary "The education I received at Ole Miss and the friends I made there were incredible,"… July 11, 2006Fourteen Students from Four States Granted Honors College ScholarshipsFourteen outstanding high school graduates from Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana and Tennessee have been chosen to receive prestigious scholarships from the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College at the University of Mississippi. The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors Scholarships, Donald S. Pichitino Scholarships and Harold Parker Memorial Scholarships, ranging from $24,000 to $32,000, are attracting top-notch students to… May 10, 2006Alum Sees Second Son Through College, Establishes Scholarship to Help OthersOXFORD, Miss. – When Larry Bryan sees his younger son graduate from the University of Mississippi this weekend, he relinquishes his parental responsibility for educating his children. However, the UM alumnus says he is committed to helping other young men and women realize their dreams. "It’s a great thing to take advantage of opportunities and… April 28, 2006Ole Miss First Scholarship Established in Honor of Moss Point CoupleOXFORD, Miss. – Brittany Jones of Moss Point is the recipient of the inaugural Gregory and Mary Alice Wood Ole Miss First Scholarship Award at the University of Mississippi. She is to be recognized May 11 at her high school’s awards day activities. David Wood, who grew up in Moss Point, established the scholarship to… Previous Page 1 … Page 151 Page 152 Page 153 Page 154 Page 155 Page 156 Page 157 Page 158 Next