When it chartered the Unversity of Mississippi on February 24, 1844, the Mississippi Legislature laid the foundation for public higher education in the state. The University opened its doors to 80 students four years later and for 23 years it was Mississippis only public institution of higher learning. For 110 years it was the state's only comprehensive university. Known affectionately as Ole Miss, Mississippi's flagship university established the fourth state-supported law school in the nation, and was one of the first in the nation to offer engineering education. It was one of the first in the South to admit women and the first to hire a female faculty member. Campus tours are available.
Location:
145 Martindale, Oxford Mississippi 38677
Telephone
662-915-7226 Toll Free: 800-OLEMISS
Other Education nearby:
(Oxford) University of Mississippi
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02/21 Coming to The Oxford area
World Catfish Festival Belzoni MS April6 This whiskers and fin festival held every April celebrates the world's largest catfish fry. Bands ranging from Gospel, Country, to Rock-n-Roll and Blues! Free Kids Zone!
Memphis Italian Festival Memphis TN May30-June1 A little taste of Italy, right here in Memphis.
Arkansas Rice Festival Weiner AR October11-12 Observing the rich heritage of rice farming in Arkansas and celebrating harvest. See and old time rice threshing demonstration and the youth duck calling contest.
Kentuck Festival of the Arts Northport AL October19-20 Nationally and internationally acclaimed folk artists,
270+ folk, visionary, and contemporary artists and expert craftspeople presenting their work to you,
free hands-on art-making for children in Kentuck for Kids and throughout the park,
interactive live demonstrations by expert craftspeople—basketmakers, blacksmiths, woodworkers, traditional potters, fiber and fabric artists, quilters, jewelers, and a glassblower,
live music and story-telling, food and fellowship.
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