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Fri, December 18, 2009 - Ford Series: 'Scrooge, in Concert'

Fri, 12/18/2009 - 12:00am
Dickens' spirited tale of a miser's redemption at Christmas gets a marvelous musical remaking in a new production. Ebenezer Scrooge, Jacob Marley and Tiny Tim take center stage in this heartfelt production, with breathtaking music that neatly underscores the moments of drama as Ebenezer tours his own past, present and future.
Tickets are available at the UM Box Office in the Student Union or the Ford Center Box Office by calling 662—915—7411 or online at http://www.olemiss.edu/fordcenter/.
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Sat, December 05, 2009 - Concert: American Stars Christmas featuring former 'American Idol' stars

Sat, 12/05/2009 - 12:00am
Celebrate Christmas with former "American Idol" stars as they present a two—act concert of Christmas carols and holiday favorites including solos, duets and group numbers.
Bring two non—perishable food items to the box office when you purchase your ticket and receive a pass to a post—performance reception with the artists. Tickets are available at the UM Box Office in the Student Union or the Ford Center Box Office by calling 662—915—7411 or online at http://olemiss.edu/fordcenter/.
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Sat, November 21, 2009 - Book Signing: Quentin Whitwell

Sat, 11/21/2009 - 12:00am
Quentin Whitwell reads from and signs "If By Whiskey," a new novel set on the Ole Miss campus.
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Fri, November 20, 2009 - Gatherings Before the Grove Series: 'Mississippi Revolutionary'

Fri, 11/20/2009 - 12:00am
A panel will mark Willie Morris' 75th birthday by discussing how this Mississippi native turned "Harper's" into the hottest magazine in the country and changed the industry.
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Sun, November 15, 2009 - Artist Series: IRIS Orchestra featuring Jeremy Denk

Sun, 11/15/2009 - 12:00am
Having appeared with major orchestras throughout the world and with many of classical music's most renowned performers, pianist Jeremy Denk joins the IRIS Orchestra for a program featuring Daugherty, Schumann and Mendelssohn. In keeping with its mission to offer the best performances, IRIS Orchestra brings together some of the finest classical musicians to present a repertoire that is fresh and invigorating.
Tickets are available at the UM Box Office in the Student Union or the Ford Center Box Office by calling 662—915—7411 or online at http://www.olemiss.edu/fordcenter/.
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Fri, November 13, 2009 - Concert: The Four Tops

Fri, 11/13/2009 - 12:00am
Motown legends The Four Tops perform a benefit show for the Lafayette Oxford Foundation for Tomorrow (LOFT). Come hear their smash hits "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)," "It's the Same Old Song," "Reach Out I'll Be There," "Baby I Need Your Loving" and many more.
For every ticket purchased, $$60 is tax—deductible. For advance ticket sales, go to http://www.thelyricoxford.com or The Lyric box office.
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Fri, November 13, 2009 - Gatherings Before the Grove Series: 'Newspaper Wars'

Fri, 11/13/2009 - 12:00am
Ronnie Agnew, executive editor of The Clarion—Ledger, and Otis Sanford, editorial page editor of The Commercial Appeal, reflect on their papers' criticism that helped drive the mayors of Jackson and Memphis from office.
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Sun, November 08, 2009 - Celebrating the International Year of Astronomy: 'Music of the Spheres'

Sun, 11/08/2009 - 12:00am

UM's performing faculty group Mockingbird Early Music Ensemble joins with the University Museum in a program of celestial music from the time of Galileo and Kepler. Music of Frescobaldi, Marini, Castello and other Italian composers will be performed on instruments of the period. Marco Cavaglia, assistant professor of physics and astronomy, will read from the writings of Galileo and Kepler. Those who arrive by 1:15 p.m. will be able to see Cavaglia demonstrate some of the astronomical instruments in the University Museum's collection.

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Mon, November 02, 2009 - Green Bag Lunch Lecture: 'Going Green: What Does It Really Mean?'

Mon, 11/02/2009 - 12:00am

Mike Mossing, associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry, discusses results from the university's first greenhouse gas inventory. Jim Morrison, campus sustainability coordinator and director of strategic planning, shares information about current and future green initiatives and ways individuals can get involved.
The Green Bag Lunch and Learn series is sponsored by the Center for Southern Studies and the Office of Campus Sustainability.

 

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