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Special Events

WHAT WE DO

The Special Events team, as an extension of the Chancellor’s Office, is dedicated to collaborating with campus departments to design, coordinate, and execute high-impact events that support the university's strategic goals. We are committed to fostering a seamless, inclusive, and professional experience for all stakeholders while advancing the university’s mission through exceptional, thoughtfully curated events.

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The 2026 Commencement Schedule is Live!

Explore the complete list of events to help you plan your trip to Oxford and celebrate your graduate!

Supporting Campus Events

Learn more about reserving the Johnson Commons event spaces and commencement.
Special Events employee Setting up a dining table

Event Spaces

Reserve the Paul B. Johnson Commons Ballroom and Banquet Room.

Plan Your Event
Two girls celebrating graduating from Ole Miss

We Bring Commencement to Life

We are here to help celebrate our graduates' achievements with ceremonies, events, and gatherings that honor this milestone alongside family, friends, and faculty.

Get Ready for Commencement

Meet the Events Team

We coordinate and manage campus events, handling every detail from planning and logistics to setup and execution to create unforgettable experiences for the university community.
Rebecca Phillips

Rebecca Phillips

  • Director of Special Events
Ashley Baker

Ashley Baker

  • Assistant Director of University & Public Events
Anne Morgan Carney

Anne Morgan Carney

  • Manager of Event Planning

Looking for a Different Campus Building to Host your Event?

Our campus partners have some great spaces to host events. Reach out to them anytime and see how to reserve a space in their building.

The Ole Miss Student Union

The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union serves as the center of student life on campus while striving to support the educational mission of the university by enhancing the collegiate experience with quality programs, facilities, and services through an inclusive environment.

Division of Outreach & Continuing Education

The mission of the Division of Outreach and Continuing Education is to serve the University and the community by facilitating and providing high-quality learning experiences.