University of Mississippi Facts
When did The University of Mississippi first open its doors to students?
1848
What department on campus is hosting College 101?
PreCollege Programs - in the Division of Outreach
How did Oxford get its name?
It was named after Oxford England in hopes that we'd get a university.
What sporting conference is Ole Miss in?
The SEC, South Eastern Conference
What is another name for The University of Mississippi?
Ole Miss or UM
What is the name of the building we're in right now?
Lamar Hall - houses the department of Writing, Anthropology and Sociology, and the Center for Community Engagement.
Besides 4-year college what are other things to do after high school?
Community College, military, workforce.
Most streamed artist on Spotify? Bad Bunny, Taylor Swift, Drake, The Weekend
Drake
Who was the first African American to enroll at The University of Mississippi?
James Meredith
What is your instructor's first and last name?
Ben Salvador
What popular movie was made about Ole Miss?
The Blind Side
Who is the godmother of Miley Cyrus?
Dolly Parton
What is the oldest building on campus?
The Lycuem
What is the name of the ACT tutors name?
Thomas Matthew Herrington
Where is the Medical Center located
UMMC is in Jackson.
What famous author is from Oxford?
William Faulkner
What event did The University of Mississippi host in 2008?
The first Presidential Debate
What are some of the goals of College 101?
To help figure out what to do after high school, learn about UM, pick a major, meet new people.
What common phrase do people say on campus?
Hotty Toddy
Who snapped away Thanos in Avengers Endgame?
Ironman