The Gazebo Gazette
OXFORD (GG) — Elizabeth Walton, a history major from Pass Christian, received the McDonnell-Barksdale Scholarship, which will provide $8,000 annually toward her education at the University of Mississippi.
Walton is one of 18 freshmen accepted into UM’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College who are the recipients of some of the most bountiful scholarships at the university.
“At the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, we award a limited number of scholarships each year, making the selection process highly competitive,” said Ethel Scurlock, Honors College dean. “These scholarships play a crucial role in attracting the brightest students to our Honors College and the University of Mississippi. We believe that having these students as part of our community will continue to enhance the academic profile of our institution and enrich our community.”
Walton said the scholarship is a chance for her to pursue a bachelor’s degree without going into debt.
“I hope to gain a deeper understanding of history and find a specific time period to delve into,” she said.
The University of Mississippi, affectionately known as Ole Miss, is the state’s flagship university. Included in the elite group of R1: Doctoral Universities – Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business.
Its 16 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy, and an Honors College acclaimed for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action. Recognized among the nation’s most beautiful, Ole Miss’ main campus is in Oxford, which is routinely acknowledged as one of the country’s best college towns.
