Wayne Community College and the University of Mount Olive have partnered to ease students’ transition between their degree programs. The two signed an “articulation agreement” titled “UMO Promise.” It is designed to “enhance educational opportunities and facilitate a seamless transfer of graduates from specified WCC associate in applied science degree programs to the University of…… read more »
Join the University of Mount Olive for a Faculty Recital on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at 7 PM. in Hazel Waters Kornegay Assembly Hall. The event will feature Dr. William Ford on saxophone and clarinet. Ford will be accompanied by Alisa Gilliam on piano, Dr. Alan Armstrong on cello, Quintin Mallette on percussion, and Matthews…… read more »
“Growing mums is a lot like baking a cake,” said Jason Davis, University of Mount Olive Assistant Dean of the School of Agriculture and Biological Sciences. “There is a recipe that has been developed and shared over time to grow the best possible product. For our mums, we used a time table and practices such…… read more »
The University of Mount Olive’s acapella group, Carolina Sound, has released a new CD. The CD features a mix of original selections, current modern worship tunes, and some older songs that the group has put their own spin on. “Big Fish,” for example, is a tongue and cheek look at the Jonah and the Whale…… read more »
3-year-old Emberly Craig clapped her hands and placed them on both sides of her mother, Brittany Craig’s, face during UMO’s August commencement. Craig, was among the 143 students to receive degrees — associate, bachelor’s or master’s — during Saturday’s ceremony. Craig who currently works as a waitress was excited about earning her degree and looking…… read more »
Guest article by Natalie Kemp, MA, LPA, University of Mount Olive Department Chair for Psychology What an exciting opportunity it is to watch a child grow into a young adult and start a new chapter of their life at college. There are so many new experiences and relationships to consider as students have the chance…… read more »
The University of Mount Olive and Southeastern Community College have signed an important partnership agreement for southeastern NC. The agreement will enhance educational opportunities and facilitate a seamless transfer of graduates from SCC’s Agribusiness Technology program to UMO’s agricultural bachelor of science degree programs. “This represents a key pathway for students to start at SCC…… read more »
On Monday, over 230 first time, first year University of Mount Olive students completed a collective 462 hours of community service throughout the Town of Mount Olive. The students were dispatched to various areas in the town to paint, stain, mulch, weed, create, cleanup, and landscape. The students focused their efforts on several areas including…… read more »
Applause and cheers rang out at the 34th Annual Friendly Mart/Michael Martin Memorial Golf Tournament as the announcement was made that this year’s contributions have brought the collective tournament proceeds to over $1 million. “There are a lot of people in the world of fundraising that will tell you that golf tournaments are no longer…… read more »
The University of Mount Olive welcomed 330 freshmen students to campus Saturday and encouraged them to let their light shine, not only for themselves, but for others as well. UMO President Dr. H. Edward Croom put forth the challenge during Saturday night’s convocation in Kornegay Arena. “Each day is a blessing,” Croom said. “Take advantage…… read more »
