University of Mississippi School of Engineering alumni and industry leaders representing several organizations and agencies shared insights and experiences with students enrolled in the ENGR 400: Leadership and Professionalism class last semester. Eighty-four final essays submitted by the engineering students in the class captured the influence of the guest speakers. The students frequently quoted severalRead the story …
Alexander Roy Headed to Amazon
Computer and information science senior interned for global company last summer
December 18, 2018 by
Tinkering with electronic devices and computers since elementary school, Alexander Roy found computer and information science was the best major for him. While the University of Mississippi senior has taken many classes within the computer and information science department, he said his favorite is CSCI 547: Digital Image Processing. Taught by Yixin Chen, UM professorRead the story …
Shaquinta Morgan Named Outstanding Young Alumna
Bachelor of Engineering alumna is director of solution architecture at Signify
December 18, 2018 by
Shaquinta Morgan (BE 03) has received the University of Mississippi’s 2018 Outstanding Young Alumni Award for her career achievements and civic contributions. Morgan, who is director of solution architecture for the United States at Signify (formerly known as Philips Lighting) End User Services, was presented the honor during annual UM homecoming weekend activities on Oct.Read the story …
Glenn Walker Brings Expertise to UM’s New Biomedical Engineering Program
Associate professor of electrical engineering helped create similar program at North Carolina State University
December 18, 2018 by
When the decision was made to launch a biomedical engineering program at the University of Mississippi, Glenn Walker knew he wanted to be a part of it. “I helped establish the biomedical engineering program at North Carolina State University when I started my academic career there in 2004,” said Walker, associate professor of electrical engineeringRead the story …
UM Educators Fostering Cuban Educational Collaboration
Six faculty members are applying principles, information gathered and shared during recent conference
December 18, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Six University of Mississippi faculty members were among educators from Cuba and many surrounding countries, including the United States, brought together for the recent Cuba TIES IV Conference. UM educators who presented at the fourth annual conference, held in Cienfuegos, Cuba, included Chris Sapp, Tracy Koslowski, Guy Krueger and Brad Campbell. “WeRead the story …
Books and Bears Bids Farewell to Its Father Christmas
Retiring administrator Donald Cole attends his 21st and final toy distribution for employee families
December 14, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Twenty-one years ago, Donald Cole volunteered to emcee the first Books and Bears program at the University of Mississippi. Each second Friday in December since, the associate provost and associate professor of mathematics has been “Father Christmas” to Facilities Management Department employees gathered to collect free gifts for their children and grandchildren.Read the story …
Biomedical Engineering Program Soaring
Three new professors join faculty as student enrollment steadily climbs
December 11, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With the addition of three faculty members and growing student enrollment, the new biomedical engineering program at the University of Mississippi continues its impressive rise. In its second year, the program has 105 students and three new full-time faculty positions. David Puleo, who became dean of the School of Engineering in August,Read the story …
Student’s Photos are Picture-Perfect
Yasmine Malone among 22 female photographers featured in The New York Times
December 6, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Yasmine Malone definitely has an eye for photography. The University of Mississippi student was among 22 young female photographers selected to participate in a recent New York Times feature project. The newspaper asked the women to take photos for “This is 18,” which explores daily life for girls around the world whoRead the story …
Former UM Officials, Staff Recall George H.W. Bush’s Visit, Legacy
Late 41st president spoke during Commencement exercises 33 years ago
December 4, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As the world mourns the passing of George H.W. Bush, former administrators and staff at the University of Mississippi are reflecting on the 41st president’s campus visit more than three decades ago. Bush, then-vice president under President Ronald Reagan, delivered the address during the university’s 132nd Commencement exercises in May 1985. R. GeraldRead the story …
Alumni Couple Hosts Prospective Students in Houston
John Cleveland is a civil engineering alumnus and ExxonMobil employee
November 20, 2018 by
A University of Mississippi alumni couple recently welcomed a group of high school students and their families into their home to provide information about the university. John and Beth Cleveland hosted the group in Houston, Texas, with a team of Ole Miss representatives. John Cleveland (BSCE 87) is the central region and national oil &Read the story …