By the time Brad Weston (BSME 94) received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Mississippi, he had already decided he would one day be a financial supporter of his alma mater. Twenty-five years later, the Cincinnati, Ohio, native is generously giving financial assistance to his beloved university. As senior director ofRead the story …
UM Engineering School, Madison Central High Collaborate on Growing Academy of Engineering
19 seniors to graduate from academy this spring
April 15, 2019 by
Nineteen seniors at Madison Central High School came one step closer to making their dream of earning pre-college credit come true recently, thanks to a unique collaboration between their school and the University of Mississippi School of Engineering. The students participated in their high school’s Academy of Engineering, a program started six years ago toRead the story …
Forum to Examine Religious Freedom Laws in State
Policy Talks event draws on expertise of faculty, alumni from Department of Philosophy and Religion
April 12, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A panel discussion examining religious freedom laws is scheduled for April 26 at the University of Mississippi. The inaugural “Policy Talks” begins at 5:30 p.m. in Bryant Hall, Room 209. Three UM faculty members and three select alumni will discuss religious freedom laws. A reception will follow the free event in theRead the story …
UM Spotlights Service with Sullivan, Community Engagement Awards
More than 20 recipients honored for outstanding contributions
April 11, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi faculty and staff members, a student and several external community organizations were honored Wednesday (April 10) in celebration of their community-engaged research, learning and service work within the LOU community and beyond. The annual Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards and the inaugural Excellence in Community Engagement Awards were presented byRead the story …
Neuroscience Research Displayed During Poster Competition
Five UM students present award-winning entries at recent event
April 11, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The recent Neuroscience Research Showcase and Brain Awareness Week events at the University of Mississippi included a poster competition that brought out the best and brightest students to shine light on neurosciences and other related fields. Eighteen graduate and undergraduate students presented posters as part of the Neuroscience Research Showcase. Associated seminarsRead the story …
UM Four-peats on Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll
University among 78 institutions nationally recognized for excellent service
April 8, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For a fourth straight year, the University of Mississippi has been recognized by Phi Theta Kappa honor society for creating ways to support community college transfer students. UM is among 78 colleges and universities nationally in PTK’s annual Excellence in Community College Transfer Honor Roll. Three other Mississippi universities also made theRead the story …
News You Can Use: Hiking Mississippi’s Scenic Trails
UM expert shares tips, locations for best outdoor walking experiences
April 8, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Searching for the best places in Mississippi for hiking and camping? A University of Mississippi staff member knows exactly where to find the best trails. Shannon Richardson, assistant director of campus recreation, has been supervising Ole Miss Outdoors for the past 14 years. Through her position, the Oakwood, Georgia, native has beenRead the story …
Ten Seniors Inducted into UM Hall of Fame
Recipients honored for service, achievement and potential for success
April 6, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Ten University of Mississippi seniors have been inducted into the university’s 2018-19 Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors afforded students at UM. The inductees were honored Friday (April 5) in a ceremony at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Chosen by a committee in accordance with policyRead the story …
Truth of Black Holes Topic of April Science Cafe
UM physicist Leo Stein to discuss deep-space phenomena
April 5, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The latest observations about the deep-space phenomena of black holes is the topic for a monthly public science forum organized by the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy. The spring semester’s final meeting of the Oxford Science Cafe is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday (April 9) at Uptown Coffee, 265Read the story …
‘Getting Out Alive’ is the Goal, UM Tornado Expert Advises
Civil engineer Chris Mullen shares tips for safely surviving severe weather events
April 1, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Even with tracking devices and weather alerts, no one can predict exactly when and where a tornado might touch down. But University of Mississippi experts say simple preparations before a natural disaster can mean the difference between life and death. Chris Mullen, an Ole Miss civil engineering professor, has studied tornadoes andRead the story …