Seven Staff Members Receive Outstanding EEO Awards

Individual UM employees and teams recognized for excellence in service

OXFORD, Miss. – A senior secretary for summer programs in the Office of Pre-College Programs is the University of Mississippi‘s 2020 overall outstanding staff member. Kim Carr was recognized during the annual Staff Appreciation Awards program, which was recorded and presented online because of the COVID-19 pandemic. She will receive a $1,000 stipend and twoRead the story …

Alumnus, Wife Launch Nonprofit to Aid Mississippi Small Businesses

Brian and Marie Sanderson create Mississippi 30 Fund to assist companies affected by COVID-19

OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi alumnus and his wife – who met during Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts – are continuing to help the state’s small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brian and Marie Sanderson, of Ocean Springs, have launched the Mississippi 30 Day Fund. Small businesses in Mississippi can apply for as muchRead the story …

Raytheon Technologies Division Picked for Engineering School’s Inaugural Industry Partner Award

Ole Miss Engineering created award to recognize companies that support school's mission and growth

The University of Mississippi School of Engineering has recognized Raytheon Intelligence & Space (RI&S) with its inaugural Industry Partner Award for its contributions to positive student outcomes and commitment to research sponsorship. The engineering school created the award to recognize a company playing an important role in supporting the school’s mission and growth. Such partnershipsRead the story …

CME Director Sharing Musical Skills in Virtual Concert

Ryan Miller to appear in Leadership Mississippi 'Conquering COVID Through Music'

Editor’s note: The Mississippi Economic Council has postponed this event. A new day/time has not been announced. OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi staff member whose guitar and vocal talents have made him popular on social media is among four Leadership Mississippi alumni performing in a virtual concert set for Thursday (July 2). RyanRead the story …

Professor Helps Environmental Engineering Track Grow at Ole Miss

UM assistant professor of civil engineering Matteo D'Alessio developing new courses in major

As the University of Mississippi School of Engineering expands course offerings in its environmental engineering program, Matteo D’Alessio will be at the forefront of their development. The new assistant professor of civil engineering joined the UM faculty earlier this year. After teaching environmental engineering last spring, the Sgurgola, Italy, native will develop and teach water andRead the story …

MOST Conference Going Virtual

Rising high school seniors invited to participate in annual recruiting, empowerment event on Zoom

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s 2020 Mississippi Outreach to Scholastic Talent Conference is going virtual. The annual event, scheduled for July 19-21, offers pre-college experiences for rising high school seniors. The conference’s goal is to present leadership activities, academic offerings, campus resources, faculty, staff and student leaders to prospective African American students inRead the story …

Adam E. Smith Named 2020 Outstanding Engineering Faculty Member

Chemical, biomedical engineering associate professor receives top honor for teaching, research, service

Each year, the University of Mississippi School of Engineering and Ole Miss Alumni Association select and recognize one outstanding engineering faculty member, based on the overall performance of teaching, research and service. The highest honor the engineering school presents to its faculty is the Outstanding Engineering Faculty Award. The award this year went to AdamRead the story …

University Helping Small Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic

Small Business Development Center assisting with federal business stimulus programs

OXFORD, Miss. – Following recent announcements that federal funds are available for economic recovery efforts, the Mississippi Small Business Development Center, housed at the University of Mississippi, is offering counseling and guidance to those interested in applying. The center is involved in the federal and state business stimulus programs, said Michelle Thompson, SBDC communications specialist.Read the story …

Maximize Food Provision and Preparation Amidst the Pandemic

UM food experts, dietitians share perspectives, tips for continuing to eat healthy

OXFORD, Miss. – As the country slowly continues reopening for business during the COVID-19 pandemic, University of Mississippi food experts and registered dietitians are weighing in on the food supply chain, sharing local sourcing, gardening and home cooking as solutions for issues of food preparation and safety. To better cope with the impact of theRead the story …

Wen Wu Tackles Turbulence

Mechanical engineering assistant professor establishes research group to study aerodynamics, airflow issues

Anyone who has ever experienced turbulence while a passenger on an airline flight knows it can be disturbing. But the work of a University of Mississippi professor studying the effects of surface roughness and instability behind the unsteady aerodynamic loads may one day yield calmer and safer flights. Wen Wu, who joined UM’s Department ofRead the story …