Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reserve a tables on campus?
Our office reserves tables on a first come/first served basis, and they must be reserved through our office in The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union. The table reservation form can be found on our website as well. Any student organization, solicitor, vendor or campus department must reserve tables through our office. All tables and chairs are set up by OMSU student staff out on the Grove Sidewalk and/or Union Plaza Monday-Friday from 10am to 4pm. The OMSU Office requires table reservations to be made 3 business days in advance.
How do I reserve a room on campus?
Rooms and other campus spaces can be reserved by the Student Union Reservations Office. Rooms and outdoor spaces can only be reserved by Campus Departments or Registered Student Organizations. You can find reservation information here.
Is there a space for nursing mothers in the Student Union?
There is a Mamava pod located on the first floor of the Student Union between the Barnes and Noble Bookstore and the Food Court. For access, visit the Apple App Store or Google Play store to download the Mamava app.
How do I host a Union Unplugged on campus?
The Student Activities Association sponsors the weekly Union Unplugged series on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:15 p.m.-1:00 p.m. You can stop by the SAA office on the 3rd floor of the OMSU or reach them at saa@olemiss.edu.
What ATMs are located in the Student Union?
ATMs are located on the first floor of the Student Union. Currently, the financial institutions servicing the campus include BancorpSouth, Mississippi Federal Credit Union, and Regions.
Where can I park when visiting the Ole Miss campus?
Visitors to campus can purchase a parking pass online from the Department of Parking and Transportation (parking.olemiss.edu) or at the Welcome Center located on University Avenue. Faculty, staff and students with a hangtag must parking in their respective parking zones. Additionally, ADA parking is available on the Circle.
Does the Student Union hire student employees?
Please visit our website at https://union.olemiss.edu/student-employment/ for updates on student employee hiring. Usually student employees are recruited right before the beginning of each academic semester depending on open positions and graduation.
What dining options are available at the Union?
There are various dining options available in the Student Union Food Court. Chick-fil-A, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Panda Express, and Blenz Bowls are located on the first floor Food Court. McAlister’s Deli and Starbucks are located on the second floor. For quick grab and go snacks and drinks there is a P.O.D located on the first floor in front of the ATMs as well. For more information, visit olemiss.campusdish.com.
Where can I hold a wedding ceremony or reception on campus?
The university has strict policies regarding the use of facilities for weddings and/or receptions. You can visit olemiss.edu/weddings for more information.
If I have a comment or complaint about the building, who do I contact?
Please contact the Director of The Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union at tbbaker@olemiss.edu.
If I don’t see my question listed, how can I find an answer?
Please call us at (662) 915-1044, stop by our office on the third floor in Suite H301 of the Union, or e-mail union@olemiss.edu.