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Ole Miss students make moves, make grades and stay tender. We stan.
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While you’re getting back into the swing of the Spring semester, here’s a couple things:
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Asymptomatic testing is back this semester. You can visit this webpage or text “2020” to (833) 991-3009 to request a test. When you sign up, you can go any day, any time during testing hours that week. It works with your schedule! Testing is in the Ford Center parking lot Mondays and Tuesdays, 1-5 p.m. and Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. This week, you can also go Friday, Jan. 22, 1-4 p.m.
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The more people who can do asymptomatic testing, the more info the university will have to decide if it can hold more events.
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Spring semester goes straight through until the last day of classes, which is April 23. Speaking of which…
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| To do: plan ahead for the next three months
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This semester will go fast and with no Spring Break, you’ll have less time to catch up in classes if you fall behind. Anticipate a little bit of burnout and set yourself up over the next few weeks so you have some breathing room if you need it. Here are a few things you can do now that will help you stay on top of things and create some good habits.
- Get a study group. ✔️
- Make yourself a schedule. ✔️
- Start assignments early. ✔️
- Stay on top of your reading. ✔️
- If you do find yourself falling behind and you’re not sure what to do, reach out to CSSFYE for student success coaching. They’re there for exactly that. 📚
- Remember that this is temporary. We can help each other push through and get back to regular life, thanks to...
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While we’re waiting for the vaccine to be available to most college students, you can learn more about it on the vaccination webpage. UM’s Dr. Josh Sharp recorded a video about how mRNA works in our bodies and in the existing vaccines. This mRNA explainer video makes science easier to understand and will make you sound smart when you quote it.
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| Do you have The Powder Blue in you?
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Do you feel like you could add something to The Powder Blue? Maybe you could be in charge of memes or recapping Spring sports or something else we haven’t thought of. Or, if you just want to contribute, let us know and we can work on an idea. Submit your name, email address and any ideas at the link below and we’ll be in touch! 🔵 🔴
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| Give blood, get a free antibody test
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The Ole Miss Blood Drive is this Thursday and Friday, Jan. 21-22, 12-5 p.m. People who successfully donate blood will get a COVID-19 antibody test and t-shirt. Call (601) 368-2673 to make an appointment.
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| Good vibes only, except if you’re not feeling great, and that’s ok, too, we see you ✨
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Who needs some positive vibes? Submit a favorite quote that helps you when you need a boost and we’ll share some over the next few weeks. Your quote won’t include your name unless you quote yourself. 🙃
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| Interested in the Columns Society?
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The Columns Society is holding Zoom info meetings for students interested in being part of the Columns Society class of 2021-22. Applicants should attend one of the Zoom info sessions, which are Monday, Jan. 25, 6-7 p.m. and Tuesday, Jan. 26, 6-7 p.m. You can find the Zoom info from the Columns Society social media.
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| So, what is Columns Society?
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The Columns Society serves as the official hosts and hostesses for the University of Mississippi, welcoming and accompanying guests and visitors at UM. The group is based upon the principles of humble service, leadership and integrity.
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Ole Miss is known for its hospitality, and being in the Columns Society allows you to have a big role in representing Ole Miss to the public. And you never know who you might meet.
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The Columns Society’s Facebook and Instagram will post the Zoom details later this week. Applications for joining Columns Society are due Jan. 28 at 5 p.m. and are available on The ForUM.
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Students (and faculty/staff) are invited to the 2021 Diversity Summit, which marks the launch of the Pathways to Equity Strategic Plan for the university. The summit is Friday, Jan. 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and students can join or leave the virtual meetings whenever they’re free.
The summit includes three breakout sessions and updates on campus-wide initiatives to support the Pathways to Equity Strategic Plan. The keynote speaker, Dr. Gregory Vincent, is the former Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Community Engagement at the University of Texas at Austin. More info and registration details here.
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When they know, we’ll know: stay up-to-date with university vaccination news at the vaccination webpage.
Dining facility hours are here. 🍔 Bookstore hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, 12-5 p.m.
Group fitness passes are now available from Campus Rec for group classes like Yoga Flow, Cycle, Power Yoga and Total Arms. See the schedule and sign up for a pass here.
Student organizations can request event space on campus by following the guidelines on this webpage.
University Health Services has a drive-through COVID-19 testing site at the South Oxford Center dedicated to patients with COVID-19 symptoms. Quick flu and strep tests are also available if appropriate. These tests are also available at the on-campus Health Center.
UM is collaborating with Columbia University on a national College Student COVID-19 Impact Survey to understand how the pandemic has affected undergraduate students’ health and decision making. See more info and take the survey here.
Students will be on the same meal plan in the Spring that they were on in the Fall, but you can change your meal plan for the Spring until Feb. 9 at this link.
The Career Center is holding virtual career fairs this semester. Educator Recruitment Day is Feb. 12, the Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology Fair is Feb. 18 and the All Majors Expo is Mar. 4. More info and registration details here.
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Thursday, Jan. 21 and Friday, Jan. 22, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Union Plaza
Thursday, Jan. 21 and Friday, Jan. 22, 12-5 p.m.
Lyceum Circle
Friday, Jan. 22, 9-11 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 6-7 p.m.
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No jokes. We’re just proud of you.
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