Why is Mississippi called Ole Miss? A look at Michigan State's NCAA Sweet 16 opponent
The Spartans will play Mississippi on Friday night in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16. Here's why Mississippi is nicknamed "Ole ...
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Why is Mississippi called Ole Miss? A look at Michigan State's NCAA Sweet 16 opponent
In 2016, the then-chancellor reduced said the university wouldn't be retiring Ole Miss or its mascot, the Rebels, because they’re popular and have taken on new meanings, CNN reported.