The 8th Annual Honors Art Showcase was held on Wednesday, April 16, at the Powerhouse. Over 22 UM/Honors and Oxford High School students shared their artwork, poetry, and performances. The event was coordinated by SMBHC student Kearston Costello, with support from OHS art teacher Mrs. Tiffany Hershfelt, Dean Ethel Scurlock, Dr. Jennifer Parsons, Ms. Rebecca […]
We are so grateful for the newly established Libbie Kakales Patterson Venture Endowment that will provide funds for experiential learning activities of SMBHC students. “The Honors College helps elevate Ole Miss academically and expand the university’s ability to draw students from different backgrounds,” Kevin Patterson said. “What’s important is that the Honors College is integrated […]
Our TENTH annual Honors Report is online now and coming to honors alumni mailboxes soon! Special thanks to Stefanie Goodwiller (art director), Benita Whitehorn (copy editor), Amber Malone (featured artist and honors alumna), Dean Ethel Scurlock, and the Chancellor’s Honors College Artist in Residence and holder of the Lester Glenn Fant Chair, Bruce Levingston. We […]
The SMBHC Senior Dinner was held at The Inn at Ole Miss on April 24th. View over 60 pictures from the evening by visiting our Facebook page. (Photo by Bill Dabney)
The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College participated in the annual Mississippi Day at the University of Mississippi, where several academic departments and student programming units populated the Circle as attendees stopped and learned about UM. Thank you to our SMBHC ambassadors and staff for making the day successful. A few more pictures are available to […]
On February 20, 2024, Dean Scurlock and members of the SMBHC team dined with our honors scholarship holders at the Jackson Avenue Center. We are thankful for the donors that help these students thrive, and we are thankful for our students!
The 2023 Honors Report is online and coming to a mailbox near you! We are thankful for everyone who made this publication possible. Thank you, Tiffany Hershfelt, for your lovely cover art. Thanks to HG Biggs for allowing us to feature you and your photography. Huge thanks—nine years in a row—to art director Stefanie Goodwiller […]
Mississippi on the Mall took place this past weekend, and we are thankful for reconnecting with alumni and students over the past few days, including at a special reception with Honors and Croft alumni. We are proud of the many SMBHC alumni and students representing UM and Mississippi in our nation’s capital! A dozen photos […]
Celebrate 25 Years of Scholarly Excellence at the University of Mississippi! The time is now to join the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College. Members of the University of Mississippi community are challenging you to make a difference in the lives of Honors College scholars. Maximize your Giving Day impact […]
Dr. Ethel Scurlock is our new Dean! From Provost Wilkin: “I am pleased to announce that Dr. Ethel Scurlock has been appointed to serve as the next dean of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College (SMBHC). In addition to being Associate Professor of English and African American Studies, Dr. Scurlock currently serves as […]