Since he graduated from the University of Mississippi half-a-century ago, Rudolf “Rudy” G. Kittlitz Jr. (BSChE 57) has enjoyed a long and prosperous career. Not one to forget where he came from, the retired chemical engineering alumnus has become a major donor to the School of Engineering at his beloved alma mater. “For the pastRead the story …
UM Scientists Further NASA’s Mission to Mars
ME professor Shan Jiang leads faculty-student research team in advancing space exploration
October 22, 2018 by
As NASA continues preparations for missions to Mars and beyond, a team of University of Mississippi scientists is conducting research that may advance deep-space exploration for decades to come. Shan Jiang, UM assistant professor of mechanical engineering, is the principal investigator for “An Integrated Computational Framework for Atomic-level Investigation of the Sintering Mechanisms during In-SpaceRead the story …
Alireza Asiaee Joins Chemical Engineering Department
Newest instructor brings professional experience, research expertise to UM students
October 22, 2018 by
As an undergraduate chemical engineering major at Shiraz University in Iran, Alireza Asiaee dreamed of one day earning his terminal degree and joining the faculty of a prestigious university. Since then, both dreams have come true. Asiaee is the newest instructor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Mississippi. He was hiredRead the story …
Jake McCall Finds True Calling
Electrical engineering senior succeeds in major and as C Spire intern
October 22, 2018 by
Jake McCall applied to the University of Mississippi as a psychology major. However, at the advice of a close family member, the Memphian decided to pursue engineering and found it to be the best fit with his interest in doing creative work. Before classes officially started, McCall chose to study electrical engineering with an emphasisRead the story …
The Storied Life of Charley Calhoun
Civil engineering alumnus's prestigious career spans decades, miles and milestones
September 24, 2018 by
Charles “Charley” A. Calhoun (BSCE 61) never set his sights on becoming well-known. Yet, the University of Mississippi civil engineering alumnus’s career has made him somewhat of a living legend within the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, where he was employed for more than 50 years. “My father had a strong influence on me,” said Calhoun,Read the story …
Meet Juawice McCormick, UM’s New Employee Assistance Program Counselor
Counseling offered to employees experiencing challenging work, life-related situations
September 23, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Juawice McCormick is the University of Mississippi’s new Employee Assistance Program counselor, and she offers those who seek her out a safe place to talk and find a path toward healing. McCormick, who has more than 25 years of experience in the private sector and higher education, joined the University Counseling CenterRead the story …
Taylor Named Director of UM Health Professions Advising Office
Administrator helps students achieve career goals
September 14, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sovent Taylor has been named director of the University of Mississippi Health Professions Advising Office. The Health Professions Advising Office, located on the third floor of the Martindale Student Services Center, aims to provide information to students pursuing careers as health professionals. In his new role as director, Taylor said he willRead the story …