The Quirks Invest in the Future
When Neal and Elizabeth “Lib” Quirk began saving for their four children’s college education, they dreamed of having the chance to give other…
‘Loved Every Minute’
When Royal Stewart Campbell considered creating an endowed scholarship fund at the University of Mississippi, what appealed to him was the “forever” aspect of…
UM Alumni, Friends Commit $118 M
With more than $118 million in private support, the University of Mississippi again experienced a record fundraising year, with alumni and friends helping advance the…
Journalism Great Remembered
A scholarship in memory of one of the greats in newspaper journalism who taught at the University of Mississippi is growing and will soon assist a new generation of…
Valentines Provide Unrestricted Gift to Pharmacy School
Jimmie and Carrie Valentine of Ocean Springs, Miss., have pledged $25,000 in unrestricted funds the University of Mississippi School of…
Professor Keeps Investing in Students
When University of Mississippi professor Don Summers was a college undergraduate, he knew he wanted a career in higher education. But he didn’t want his work to be…
Avent Legacy Honored
Louise Avent was known by many descriptions: first female accountancy graduate of the University of Mississippi, successful leader of a family business, dedicated champion…
Expressing a Lifetime of Devotion
Susan Pope remembers the day she realized she belonged at the University of Mississippi: She was an 8-year-old participating in a baton twirling camp hosted on campus…
Tackling Mississippi’s Health Issues
Jackson, MS - Archie and Olivia Manning announced today the launch of a campaign to boost the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s commitment to improving the…
Supporting Nontraditional Students
Sometimes unexpected challenges can halt college students’ plans – financial constraints, family responsibilities, health issues and more. Having the support…