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in 1911, it is the only daily college newspaper in the state. The DM is
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The Students Activities Association will host its second annual Last Day of Class Bash on Friday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to...
05/01/2024

The Students Activities Association will host its second annual Last Day of Class Bash on Friday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Union Plaza. The carnival-themed event will celebrate the end of the 2023-2024 academic year.

The Students Activities Association will host its second annual Last Day of Class Bash on Friday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Union Plaza. The carnival-themed event will celebrate the end of the 2023-2024 academic year. The event will consist of carnival games, corndogs, cotton candy, popco...

The University of Mississippi’s Department of Parking & Transportation soft launched the Bird E-bike Share Program on Tu...
05/01/2024

The University of Mississippi’s Department of Parking & Transportation soft launched the Bird E-bike Share Program on Tuesday, April 23, offering a new transportation option for students, faculty, staff and campus visitors.

The University of Mississippi’s Department of Parking & Transportation soft launched the Bird E-bike Share Program on Tuesday, April 23, offering a new transportation option for students, faculty, staff and campus visitors. The university partnered with Bird Global, Inc., a Miami-based micro mobil...

The Associated Student Body elected Caleb Ball as 2024-2025 president pro tempore after an abnormal three rounds of voti...
04/30/2024

The Associated Student Body elected Caleb Ball as 2024-2025 president pro tempore after an abnormal three rounds of voting at its final spring Senate meeting on April 23 in Weems Auditorium at the University of Mississippi Law Center.

The Associated Student Body elected Caleb Ball as 2024-2025 president pro tempore after an abnormal three rounds of voting at its final spring Senate meeting on April 23 in Weems Auditorium at the University of Mississippi Law Center. “I’m so honored, really,” Ball said. “The connections tha...

The University of Mississippi and the Student Activities Association will not host a free concert this spring.
04/29/2024

The University of Mississippi and the Student Activities Association will not host a free concert this spring.

The University of Mississippi and the Student Activities Association will not host a free concert this spring. Previous performers at these SAA-sponsored spring concerts include PARTYNEXTDOOR, Riley Green, Thomas Rhett, Wiz Khalifa and NEEDTOBREATHE, according to the ForUM. Executive Director for th...

The University of Mississippi’s Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship invited Cliffe Knechtle, a famous TikTok preacher from Ne...
04/29/2024

The University of Mississippi’s Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship invited Cliffe Knechtle, a famous TikTok preacher from New Canaan, Conn., to hold discussions and answer questions surrounding Christianity from April 22-25.

The University of Mississippi’s Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship invited Cliffe Knechtle, a famous TikTok preacher from New Canaan, Conn., to hold discussions and answer questions surrounding Christianity from April 22-25. Knechtle and his son Stuart set up in front of the Ole Miss Student Union pla...

A familiar face from the transfer portal, star running back Henry Parrish Jr., is returning from Miami to Ole Miss for h...
04/29/2024

A familiar face from the transfer portal, star running back Henry Parrish Jr., is returning from Miami to Ole Miss for his final season of eligibility.

A familiar face from the transfer portal, star running back Henry Parrish Jr., is returning from Miami to Ole Miss for his final season of eligibility. The five-foot-10 running back from Goulds, Fla., is coming off a solid season with the Miami Hurricanes team. He recorded 100 carries for 625 yards....

04/26/2024

Oxford’s yearly arts festival, Double Decker, is finally here! In this week’s DM on the Street, we ask students what they enjoy most about the festival. You can read more on Double Decker Arts Festival and much more at Thedmonline.com

Music credit: ivy league - potsu

With the stage set at the Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on Saturday, April 20, a crowd of fans buzzed with anticipation await...
04/26/2024

With the stage set at the Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on Saturday, April 20, a crowd of fans buzzed with anticipation awaiting the arrival of country music superstar Morgan Wallen.

With the stage set at the Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on Saturday, April 20, a crowd of fans buzzed with anticipation awaiting the arrival of country music superstar Morgan Wallen. Wallen has accumulated 12 No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart. His hit, “Last Night,” spent a notable...

Bella McCormick, a journalism major from Nashville, was deemed winner of the Rose & Thorn Records Songwriter competition...
04/25/2024

Bella McCormick, a journalism major from Nashville, was deemed winner of the Rose & Thorn Records Songwriter competition hosted at The Lyric on April 20, taking home a $500 cash prize.

Bella McCormick, a journalism major from Nashville, was deemed winner of the Rose & Thorn Records Songwriter competition hosted at The Lyric on April 20, taking home a $500 cash prize. The competition received over 50 entry applications and eventually narrowed their selection down to six contestants...

The University of Mississippi held its fifth annual Giving Day on April 9-10, raising $11.5 million through just over 3,...
04/25/2024

The University of Mississippi held its fifth annual Giving Day on April 9-10, raising $11.5 million through just over 3,000 donations from alumni and students.

The University of Mississippi held its fifth annual Giving Day on April 9-10, raising $11.5 million through just over 3,000 donations from alumni and students. Giving Day is a day open for donors to give back to the university’s 10 academic schools plus the College of Liberal Arts, among other org...

The University of Mississippi’s VIP: Survivor Support Office and student organization Rallying Against Sexual Assault wi...
04/25/2024

The University of Mississippi’s VIP: Survivor Support Office and student organization Rallying Against Sexual Assault will observe Denim Day as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month on April 24.

The University of Mississippi’s VIP: Survivor Support Office and student organization Rallying Against Sexual Assault will observe Denim Day as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month on April 24. Denim Day, which has become the longest-running sexual violence prevention and education campaign in h...

he Ole Miss Softball Team was defeated by an SEC opponent for the fourth time this season, losing all three games to No....
04/25/2024

he Ole Miss Softball Team was defeated by an SEC opponent for the fourth time this season, losing all three games to No. 7 team Texas A&M.

The Ole Miss Softball Team was defeated by an SEC opponent for the fourth time this season, losing all three games to No. 7 team Texas A&M. Game 1 A&M scored in three straight innings to secure game one 5-2. The Rebels committed three errors throughout the game. Ole Miss finally found momentum enter...

As of now, Ole Miss has five former baseball players who are currently playing in Major League Baseball. Here is a break...
04/24/2024

As of now, Ole Miss has five former baseball players who are currently playing in Major League Baseball. Here is a breakdown of each player and how they are doing so far.

As of now, Ole Miss has five former baseball players who are currently playing in Major League Baseball. Here is a breakdown of each player and how they are doing so far. Grae Kessinger (Houston Astros) Grae Kessinger played for the Rebels from 2017-2019 and was drafted by the Houston Astros as the....

Ole Miss Men’s and Women’s Basketball have been monitoring the transfer portal to see who they could potentially pick up...
04/24/2024

Ole Miss Men’s and Women’s Basketball have been monitoring the transfer portal to see who they could potentially pick up. As long as the portal is open, anyone is fair game. Despite acquisitions and projected commitments, Ole Miss has lost players to the transfer portal as well.

Ole Miss Men’s and Women’s Basketball have been monitoring the transfer portal to see who they could potentially pick up. As long as the portal is open, anyone is fair game. Despite acquisitions and projected commitments, Ole Miss has lost players to the transfer portal as well. Entered the port...

University of Mississippi student organization Rallying Against Sexual Assault is participating in Sexual Assault Awaren...
04/22/2024

University of Mississippi student organization Rallying Against Sexual Assault is participating in Sexual Assault Awareness Month by hosting events throughout the month of April

University of Mississippi student organization Rallying Against Sexual Assault is participating in Sexual Assault Awareness Month by hosting events throughout the month of April. The organization hosted its annual “What Were You Wearing?” event to show support for assault survivors on Thursday, ...

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle while managing the stressors of college life can be difficult. Still, health ...
04/22/2024

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle while managing the stressors of college life can be difficult. Still, health and wellness remain pillars of the college experience for many students at the University of Mississippi. Through things like nutritional supplements and physical activities, students prioritize wellness.

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle while managing the stressors of college life can be difficult. Still, health and wellness remain pillars of the college experience for many students at the University of Mississippi. Through things like nutritional supplements and physical activities, stude...

While the town of Oxford has historically been known for being a literary hotspot, the rise of TikTok has re-popularized...
04/22/2024

While the town of Oxford has historically been known for being a literary hotspot, the rise of TikTok has re-popularized reading among young people — and influenced what the students of the University of Mississippi have been reading this year.

While the town of Oxford has historically been known for being a literary hotspot, the rise of TikTok has re-popularized reading among young people — and influenced what the students of the University of Mississippi have been reading this year. Senior psychology and political science major Sarah S...

Before they begin their time at the University of Mississippi, every student has an idea of the university’s collective ...
04/22/2024

Before they begin their time at the University of Mississippi, every student has an idea of the university’s collective identity. Ole Miss has been called a party school, a rich school, a football school, a racist school and much more. When students’ time in Oxford comes to a close, they often look back and realize it was nothing like what they thought it would be.

So what is Ole Miss, really?

Before they begin their time at the University of Mississippi, every student has an idea of the university’s collective identity. Ole Miss has been called a party school, a rich school, a football school, a racist school and much more. When students’ time in Oxford comes to a close, they often l...

Numerous changes to the school’s mascot over the past 15 years have left students confused over who or what represents O...
04/21/2024

Numerous changes to the school’s mascot over the past 15 years have left students confused over who or what represents Ole Miss Athletics.

When asked, many UM students could not name the Ole Miss mascot. Tony the Landshark? Rebel the Black Bear? Colonel Reb? Students’ quizzical faces were telling.

Numerous changes to the school’s mascot over the past 15 years have left students confused over who or what represents Ole Miss Athletics. When asked, many UM students could not name the Ole Miss mascot. Tony the Landshark? Rebel the Black Bear? Colonel Reb? Students’ quizzical faces were tellin...

Good times in a college town like Oxford often include tailgating, listening to live music on the Square and social even...
04/21/2024

Good times in a college town like Oxford often include tailgating, listening to live music on the Square and social events around town and on campus. More often than not, alcohol is part of the equation.

Good times in a college town like Oxford often include tailgating, listening to live music on the Square and social events around town and on campus. More often than not, alcohol is part of the equation. According to Visit Oxford Mississippi, there are 19 bars on the Square, inviting those who visit...

When people think of the University of Mississippi, the words “party,” “Greek life,” “tailgating” and “bars” come to min...
04/21/2024

When people think of the University of Mississippi, the words “party,” “Greek life,” “tailgating” and “bars” come to mind. Partying has been a notorious part of UM’s culture for years. Students from all over the United States attest to the school’s rollicking reputation; some enroll in UM because it is known as a “party school.”

When people think of the University of Mississippi, the words “party,” “Greek life,” “tailgating” and “bars” come to mind. Partying has been a notorious part of UM’s culture for years. Students from all over the United States attest to the school’s rollicking reputation; some enr...

With Malik Dia and Mikeal Brown-Jones already committed and Davis announcing his intent to transfer, recruiting and offi...
04/21/2024

With Malik Dia and Mikeal Brown-Jones already committed and Davis announcing his intent to transfer, recruiting and official visits are heating up at Ole Miss. The Rebels nabbed their third transfer in less than a week, picking up Seton Hall University small forward Dre Davis.

With Malik Dia and Mikeal Brown-Jones already committed and Davis announcing his intent to transfer, recruiting and official visits are heating up at Ole Miss. The Rebels nabbed their third transfer in less than a week, picking up Seton Hall University small forward Dre Davis. Davis was a strong ass...

Christian Boudreaux, a junior biology major and Oxford native, became the University of Mississippi’s 19th recipient of ...
04/21/2024

Christian Boudreaux, a junior biology major and Oxford native, became the University of Mississippi’s 19th recipient of the prestigious Truman Scholarship on April 12.

Boudreaux is one of 196 applicants from institutions across the country. Honorees are recognized for their dedication to service, and only one Truman Scholar is recognized in each state.

Christian Boudreaux, a junior biology major and Oxford native, became the University of Mississippi’s 19th recipient of the prestigious Truman Scholarship on April 12. Boudreaux is one of 196 applicants from institutions across the country. Honorees are recognized for their dedication to service, ...

The son of a former slave, Ivy was blinded while working on the Tallahatchie Bridge when hot tar got in his eyes. He bec...
04/21/2024

The son of a former slave, Ivy was blinded while working on the Tallahatchie Bridge when hot tar got in his eyes. He became an “athletic talisman” for the university in 1896 when his enthusiastic cheers were credited with turning the tide for the Ole Miss Baseball team against the University of Texas. Students would bring Ivy on the road for football games.

When poring over past volumes of yearbooks at the University of Mississippi, the strong Confederate character and white supremacist worldview that plagued the campus for decades come clearly into view. In the 1937 edition of The Ole Miss yearbook, a member of the Delta Psi fraternity is dressed in K...

Within the last week, students have been able to make their own loaded teas and customize spray-painted hats — all with...
04/18/2024

Within the last week, students have been able to make their own loaded teas and customize spray-painted hats — all without paying a dime. But are these events really free?

Within the last week, students have been able to make their own loaded teas and customize spray painted hats — all without paying a dime. But are these events really free? The answer is no.​ Some may recall seeing a charge on their bursar for the Student Activity Fee, which helps fund many event...

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle while managing the stressors of college life can be difficult. Still, health ...
04/18/2024

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle while managing the stressors of college life can be difficult. Still, health and wellness remain pillars of the college experience for many students at the University of Mississippi. Through things like nutritional supplements and physical activities, students prioritize

Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle while managing the stressors of college life can be difficult. Still, health and wellness remain pillars of the college experience for many students at the University of Mississippi. Through things like nutritional supplements and physical activities, stude...

The South is known for its hearty, comforting cuisine. Many University of Mississippi students grow up on home-cooked me...
04/17/2024

The South is known for its hearty, comforting cuisine. Many University of Mississippi students grow up on home-cooked meals, whether that be Southern food, other American cuisine or dishes from their families’ home countries outside of the United States

The South is known for its hearty, comforting cuisine. Many University of Mississippi students grow up on home-cooked meals, whether that be Southern food, other American cuisine or dishes from their families’ home countries outside of the United States. Oxford has a wide range of restaurants to c...

Former Ole Miss Women’s Basketball guard Marquesha Davis was selected in the first round of the WNBA draft by the New Yo...
04/17/2024

Former Ole Miss Women’s Basketball guard Marquesha Davis was selected in the first round of the WNBA draft by the New York Liberty on Monday, April 15.

  Former Ole Miss Women’s Basketball guard Marquesha Davis was selected in the first round of the WNBA draft by the New York Liberty on Monday, April 15. She joins star guard Sabrina Ionescu, four-time NCAA national champion and WNBA MVP forward Breanna Stewart and 6-foot-11 center Han Xu. Davis,...

Hordes of visitors flocked to the University of Mississippi on Saturday, April 13, to peruse the booths that lined the C...
04/17/2024

Hordes of visitors flocked to the University of Mississippi on Saturday, April 13, to peruse the booths that lined the Circle, Galtney-Lott Plaza and the Union Plaza in honor of the third annual Mississippi Day. The festivities lasted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hordes of visitors flocked to the University of Mississippi on Saturday, April 13, to peruse the booths that lined the Circle, Galtney-Lott Plaza and the Union Plaza in honor of the third annual Mississippi Day. The festivities lasted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Since its conception in 2022, Mississippi....

Discussions about mental health and anxiety are becoming more common among University of Mississippi students.
04/17/2024

Discussions about mental health and anxiety are becoming more common among University of Mississippi students.

Discussions about mental health and anxiety are becoming more common among University of Mississippi students. “University students in today’s world as a whole seem to have a significant amount of anxiety,” Kris Brasher, instructor of therapeutic recreation for the Department of Health, Exerci...

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Videos from today’s UMiss for Palestine protest at the Quad. Videos by Avery Thomas

Protesters from the group UMiss for Palestine gathered in front of the Ole Miss Student Union Ballroom, arriving at approximately 11:30, with signs reading, “Let Gaza Live” and “Stop The Genocide.” Video by Watson Lee

This past weekend was Oxford’s yearly arts festival: Double Decker. Follow Watson, one of our photographers, on his day out to get photos of the event! Also, check out some of the art vendors whose work was featured in this video! @mikell115 @artemmacarr @WalrodArt Nashvillepicks.com Song Credit: Potsu - runaway

Oxford’s yearly arts festival, Double Decker, is finally here! In this week’s DM on the Street, we ask students what they enjoy most about the festival. You can read more on Double Decker Arts Festival and much more at Thedmonline.com Music credit: ivy league - potsu

A day in the life of Juice Kiffin: the dog, the myth, the legend
A day in the life of Juice Kiffin: the dog, the myth, the legend

What is Juice Kiffin doing when he’s not busy being a celebrity? Come behind the scenes as we document what a typical day looks like for Ole Miss’ unofficial mascot, Juice. Watch the full video in the link in our bio. Multimedia by Julia Ross

The University of Mississippi's 175-Year Journey: We're diving into Brynn Bates' article, 'UM enshrines racist figures in campus buildings,' in this episode of DM on the Street.

Homecoming weekend: ✅ Win against Vanderbilt: ✅ Check out what the Rebs had to say about it all in this episode of DM in the Grove! 🏈🎉

Dm on The Street- Spooky Edition! 🎃

🎤 Mic'd Up with Cameron Larkin, Sports Editor! 🏈 Join us to discuss the upcoming football game against The University of Arkansas!

Dm on the street- AI Edition
Dm on the street- AI Edition

Exploring the minds of students and faculty as we dive into Artificial Intelligence on this episode of DM on the street. 🤖🧠✨

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