Since being launched in 2000, the Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy (OMWC) has gained a reputation as an exceptionally innovative scholarship program.  This recognition is well deserved.  In addition to receiving generous financial support for their academic pursuits, students awarded OMWC scholarships gain access to a variety of additional resources, such as leadership training,

When University of Mississippi junior Alexandria Seals of Laurel, Mississippi, wanted an internship, her Ole Miss Women’s Council (OWMC) for Philanthropy mentor suggested a life-changing experience and funding through the Global Leadership Circle (GLC). “I applied for an Amazon internship because my mentor, the late Jacqueline Certion, recommended it,” said Seals, a student in the

University of Mississippi students selected as Ole Miss Women’s Council Scholars share their thoughts about how the program has touched their lives. OMWC Scholars are guided by career mentors and given support by sitting members of the Council. Here, UM students discuss their experiences as OMWC Scholars and insights into the opportunities they’ve had throughout

Thanks to the Ole Miss Women’s Council Global Leadership Circle, I was able to study abroad in Greece over the summer. The Lead Abroad program helped me connect learning to service and community.

Parker Maloney’s scholarship gave her a chance to gain real-world work experience at one of the world’s leading children’s cancer hospitals.