On Oct. 1, 1962, James Meredith became the first African American student to enroll in courses at the University of Mississippi. Join these events in honor of 60 years of integration at Ole Miss, or find out more here.
Tuesday, Sept. 27
Noon, J.D. Williams Library, Faulkner Room 318A
“Meredith & the Media: The Legacy of a Riot”
A panel of journalists who covered or have researched media coverage of Meredith’s enrollment and subsequent riot
5:30 p.m., Overby Auditorium
Wednesday, Sept. 28
“The Mission Continues: Building Upon the Legacy”
Signature event honoring James Meredith and his contributions to the University of Mississippi
6:30 p.m., Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts
Thursday, Sept. 29
“Coming Full Circle: My Journey through the University of Mississippi, to Many Points Beyond and Back” with Dorothye Quaye Chapman Reed
Noon, J.D. Williams Library, Third Floor
Sunday, Oct. 2
The Longest Table: Community dinner and conversations
4:30-6:30 p.m., The Lyceum Circle