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Back to School: Important Dates

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

Back to School: Important Dates

Hi fellow parents! My name is Rebecca and I am thrilled to be one of the first guest parent bloggers for POM! I have a junior daughter at Ole Miss and a freshman son at LSU. We are from a small town in Louisiana and just love all things Ole Miss! One of the many awesome (or not so awesome) things about Ole Miss is the nearly six week winter break! To be completely honest, after a semester’s taste of freedom, my daughter was a bat out of h-e-double hockey sticks during her fre

So, Your Child Has the Flu: What Now?

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

So, Your Child Has the Flu: What Now?

The flu this year is nasty and spreading like wild fire. I know it’s a parent’s nightmare to have a sick child and not being there to take care of them, but rest assured that Oxford has several fabulous resources that will take care of your baby when you can’t. I am going to give a quick shout out here to Dr. Kecia Kirk, MD, with Family Medical Clinic. She is compassionate, willing to listen, and she is a mom of two kids. The clinic itself is open everyday of the week (gasp!

New Year's Resolutions: Tutoring Resources

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

New Year's Resolutions: Tutoring Resources

This article is brought to you by: Rainbow Cleaners Continuing our focus on New Year’s Resolutions, I compiled a list of some amazing tutoring resources if your child resolved to get their grades up. I can remember taking college algebra as a freshman and being absolutely terrified. Math is the subject that I could never seem to grasp and is part of the reason why I chose to go into communications—joking, kind of. I actually ended up passing the class with a C, which was a wi

New Year's Resolutions: Volunteer Opportunities

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

New Year's Resolutions: Volunteer Opportunities

This article is brought to you by: McCay's Inspections Whether your student is applying to internships, graduate school, or has begun the job search process community service is a great addition to any resume. There are ample opportunities to give back not only on campus but also through out the Oxford Lafayette community as well. Oxford Lafayette Humane Society is one of the most popular places to complete community service hours at. From taking the dogs for a walk to playin

Textbooks 101

Aug 12, 2020
3 min

Textbooks 101

School is back in full swing and that means it’s time to get textbooks. Getting textbooks can be an expensive hassle. We are here to offer a little bit of guidance. There are three textbook stores in Oxford; Barnes & Noble, Campus Book Mart and Rebel Bookstore. These bookstores make textbook shopping a breeze. All three stores offer online shopping. Textbooks can be ordered online and shipped to the bookstore for no additional costs. The store clerks will go and gather the bo

New Year's Resolutions: How to Eat Healthy on Campus

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

New Year's Resolutions: How to Eat Healthy on Campus

February is just around the corner and this week we are focusing on how to keep those resolutions going strong here in Oxford. Finding healthy food on any college campus seems to be an impossible mission (even more so in Mississippi), bur Ole Miss actually has plenty of great options featured below. Send to your child that resolved to trade in the pizza sticks! Freshii: Definitely the best place on campus to find health food that is quick and yummy. Located in the Paul B Joh

The Era of Flying Tuk

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

The Era of Flying Tuk

When I was at school at Ole Miss (we won’t mention what year, but it was partially in this century), taxicabs were just non-existent. If you went to the bar that night you were either 1: walking home – opening yourself up for a “Public Drunk” arrest, or you 2. Drove drunk or with someone who was drunk, but willing to take the bite if they got pulled over. WHAT WERE WE THINKING!?! But more so, why didn’t the town or university do anything to help the inevitable? I remember on

Valentine's Day Happies

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

Valentine's Day Happies

Whether your child has a significant other or not, it’s always nice to send a little something on Valentine’s Day to let him/her know that you’re thinking of them. I have gotten numerous emails asking for places to order some Valentine happies from, SO I have compiled a list of some of our fave gift stores and sweet spots! While not all of these places deliver, you can have the store give your child a call to let them know that they have a happy waiting to be picked up OR you

Stay in the Know: "Trafficking" in Oxford

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

Stay in the Know: "Trafficking" in Oxford

While Parents of Ole Miss is not a breaking news source, we do feel it is important to share information and updates regarding the safety of our students. As of recently there have been complaints regarding members of the World Mission Society Church of God approaching students both on and off campus. The church members were handing out pamphlets and asking students to join bible studies located in Southaven. According to students that were approached, the church members were

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

That's What I Love About Sundays...

Surely you’ve heard the Craig Morgan song “That’s what I love about Sundays.” “Sing along as the choir sways Every verse of amazing grace And then we shake the preacher's hand Go home into your blue jeans Have some chicken and some baked beans” Every time I hear that song, I’m reminded about what’s good and right in the world and somehow Sunday reawakens that, especially listening to this song. Sundays in Oxford are certainly my most coveted. It's typically a quiet time,

Where to Stay: Graduation Weekend
(And What's Still Available)

Aug 12, 2020
1 min

Where to Stay: Graduation Weekend (And What's Still Available)

If you have a student that you are planning to see graduate in May, and you don’t have a place to stay yet, this article if for you. I went ahead and compiled a list of places that still have availability so you don’t have to! Warning: It’s slim pickings. (The Graduate Oxford, King room, $729) Hotels: Graduate Oxford: A few rooms open King rooms - $729 per night Courtyard by Marriot Oxford: Two-night stay minimum King $649 Double queen $749 Hampton Inn Oxford/Conference Cente

Graduation To Do's

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

Graduation To Do's

Despite the fact it feels like we just sent our kids back for the spring semester, graduation is steadily approaching and May 12th will be here before you know it. This is an exciting time not only in your child’s life but yours as well; it also leaves many unknowns like where to get a cap and gown, diploma applications, and much more. Here are some important dates and information to help ensure your student is graduation ready. The Grad Fair will be held next week in The Tad

Tornado Lowdown

Aug 12, 2020
1 min

Tornado Lowdown

After four years of living in Oxford the weekly tornado sirens have become as normal as my blaring alarm for my 8am class, but for visitors or freshmen it can be bit alarming. There is no need to panic when your student calls home saying tornado sirens are going off, the City of Oxford tests the tornado sirens every Wednesday at 11:55am. According to Lafayette County Emergency Management website the alarms are only tested weather permitting thus if it is raining, cloudy, or p

How to Budget $50 and Not Live off of Ramen Noodles

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

How to Budget $50 and Not Live off of Ramen Noodles

When I was a freshman in college three years ago, my dad gave me $50 a week as an allowance. That money was for me to budget however I saw fit. I was fortunate enough to not be responsible for tuition, books, cell phone bills, etc. and so $50 as a freshman could go a long way. Here’s how: First off, I had to decide in the beginning what was a want and what was a need. Which was hard. I had friends whose parents gave them endless amounts of money, but I had to learn how to res

Spring Break Tips for Your Student From a Student

Aug 12, 2020
3 min

Spring Break Tips for Your Student From a Student

Spring break is right around the corner and it’s never too early to start preparing. Even if your son or daughter is well traveled, spring break can bring different challenges. Scammers know there are young people visiting a destination under the influence, and they are skilled in taking advantage of them. This year will be my fourth college spring break, and along the way I have picked up tips and tricks that I have had to learn the hard way. I’ve put together a list of my b

Lady Doctors

Aug 12, 2020
3 min

Lady Doctors

Ironically, I am currently writing this while sitting at Ross Family Dental. Let’s cut the chase. I would rather be sitting at my gynecologist than here. I have to give props to Andrew Ross, because he is by FAR the longest dentist relationship I have had in my 18 years here in Oxford. So, I’m thankful for him, but anyone messing with my teeth? I’d rather be at the gyno. I know some of you women can agree with me. Let’s address the gynecologist situation for your fab gals. We

LiveSafe App

Aug 12, 2020
1 min

LiveSafe App

Some of you may have heard of LiveSafe before, the company that is keeping schools and workplaces safe everywhere. Well Ole Miss has a LifeSafe app and it is amazing! It has features for students, faculty and yes, even PARENTS! Check out its features below Click here to read the university’s instructions for setting up Click here to watch a video on its features and how it works And lastly, click here to download! #parentsofolemiss #olemissparent #universityofmississip #lives

New Parking Garage Construction Takes Away 234 Parking Spots on The Square: Here's Where to Find

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

New Parking Garage Construction Takes Away 234 Parking Spots on The Square: Here's Where to Find

Construction for the new parking garage on The Square is finally set to begin June 2018 with plans to be completed by June 2019. The parking garage will be built on the parking lot that currently sits behind Bouré, and it will provide 401 new parking spaces with an additional 90 surface parking spaces around the garage. However, while the construction is going on, 234 free parking spaces will no longer be available on The Square. That’s an entire football season, baseball se

An Oxford Holiday: Double Decker

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

An Oxford Holiday: Double Decker

It’s spring in Oxford which means day parties, baseball, and DOUBLE DECKER! Locals and visitors alike love Double Decker Arts Festival. April 27-28 is practically an Oxford holiday. It is a FREE, 2-day celebration featuring different food and art vendors, as well as live music all day long from local and traveling musicians. Plus, a really fun 5k race and a bit more challenging 10k race! The streets are shut off and packed with visitors, the shops and bars are hoppin’, and ev

Where to Eat: Graduation Weekend

Aug 12, 2020
2 min

Where to Eat: Graduation Weekend

Congratulations! Your son or daughter graduates in May and it’s time to celebrate. I have composed a list of my top 10 restaurant picks for the Friday or Saturday night of graduation weekend. I recommend calling and making a reservation ASAP so you don’t find yourself sitting at a McDonald’s because everywhere filled up. Places to eat on The Square City Grocery: City Grocery is a landmark in the Oxford Square dining scene, and its fine dining makes for a perfect place to gath