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1848: University opens
The University of Mississippi opened to 80 students in 1848.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Ole Miss School — official source
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1854: Law school established
The university established its School of Law in 1854.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Ole Miss School — official source
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1882: Coeducation
The university became coeducational in 1882.
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1915: Students help build the grandstand
Students helped construct the first football grandstand at the present stadium site in 1915.
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1962: James Meredith enrolls
James Meredith became the university's first African American student in October 1962, amid violence and resistance to integration.
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1982: Vaught joins the stadium name
John Howard Vaught's name was added to the stadium on October 16, 1982.
Checked 2026-10-22 · Sources: Ole Miss Stadium — official source
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1998: Hollingsworth Field named
The playing field was named for supporter Dr. Jerry Hollingsworth at the 1998 season opener.
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