What is MPower?

MPower is a four-day extended orientation leadership experience at the University of Mississippi. Students will be placed in small groups of about 10-12 peers led by an upperclassman peer leader. Over the course of the program, we will engage in various team activities, leadership conversations, attend exciting keynote speaker sessions and main-stage entertainment, and introduce you to our UM community. It’s an experience you won’t want to miss!

Visit our YouTube Channel for a video introduction to MPower. 

How do I register?  

MPower registration is now closed.

Who can attend MPower?

 All incoming first-year students may register to attend MPower. There is no pre-requisite to joining this leadership experience. At MPower we affirm that all students have unique leadership capabilities and we look forward to growing those with you.

Any students participating in Pan-Hellenic Recruitment are encouraged to sign up for the CPH Recruitment track of MPower! This modified one day MPower experience is exclusively offered to those participating in recruitment and is offered at a reduced cost. This is a great opportunity to connect with additional leadership roles and get an early start in campus involvement. This program is supported by our partners in Fraternity and Sorority Life and will not interfere with the formal recruitment schedule.

Program capacity is 500 students, and we admit on a first-come first-served basis. Once we have reached maximum capacity, students will be placed on a waitlist. If space opens from cancellations, we will notify those on the waiting list that their registration is confirmed.

What is the cost of attendance?  

Full MPower Registration: The MPower Registration cost is $250. This fee includes all meals, early move-in, T-Shirts, program activities, and participant materials. After completing your registration form, you will be sent a link to a secure server to make a credit card payment, or a check may be sent to our office at the address listed below. 

Panhellenic (CPH) Recruitment Track: The MPower/Panhellenic Track cost is $60 for a one-day program. This is a one day fast track of MPower and the fee includes one full day of meals, T-Shirts, program activities, and participant materials. This registration option is open exclusively for students participating in the Panhellenic Recruitment process with Fraternity & Sorority Life

What if I cannot afford the fee?  

We do not want financial barriers to prevent any students from attending MPower. If you have faced recent financial hardship or have demonstrated financial need, you may qualify for a full fee waiver. Click here for a fee waiver application. 

When is the latest to cancel my registration?

MPower Cancellations will be processed for full refunds up to July 10th. Any cancellations submitted after July 10th will not be refunded. Please complete the form below if you are wishing to cancel your registration.

Click here for the MPower Cancellation Form. 

Where will I stay during MPower?

MPower participants will be able to move in to their housing assignment on August 12th. Instructions for move in will be shared from campus housing.

When will I arrive for the program and where will it take place?

MPower check-in will take place at the Ole Miss Student Union on Saturday, August 12th beginning at 8:00 AM. Students, families, and supporters will have the remainder of the morning to get settled on campus. MPower’s program kickoff will take place that afternoon. A schedule preview and full check-in details will be emailed to participants in the weeks prior to MPower.

Where can I ask questions?

Please do not hesitate to contact the MPower staff with any questions you have as you prepare to make this exciting transition to the University of Mississippi! You can call us at (662)-915-1044 or email MPower@olemiss.edu.