OXFORD, Miss. – Daniel Durkin, an associate professor of social work at the University of Mississippi, has been named chair of the Faculty Senate for the upcoming three-year term. The Faculty Senate makes recommendations to the chancellor, provost and Council of Academic Administrators on policies affecting the university and provides guidance on such matters whenRead the story …
Applied Sciences Faculty Member Named Faculty Senate Chair
Daniel Durkin begins his tenure this summer
June 10, 2021 by
UM Teams with Area College to Simplify Degree Completion
Northeast and Ole Miss launch Path4 program to streamline college experience
June 9, 2021 by
BOONEVILLE, Miss. – Northeast Mississippi Community College and the University of Mississippi have launched a joint program to provide seamless four-year college experiences for Northeast Mississippi residents looking to complete their college educations and move into rewarding careers, all while staying close to home. The Path4 initiative, announced in May, was developed by UM andRead the story …
UM Receives $1M to Study Evidence-Based Policing, Reform
Morgan Freeman, Ole Miss professor Linda Keena contribute gift to establish center
June 8, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Actor Morgan Freeman and criminal justice and legal studies professor Linda Keena have donated $1 million to establish the Center for Evidence-Based Policing and Reform at the University of Mississippi, pending approval by the state’s Institutions of Higher Learning. After months of planning with the UM Department of Criminal Justice and LegalRead the story …
Pharmacy School Dean Receives Distinguished Service Award
David D. Allen recognized for contributions to the biological sciences
June 8, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – David D. Allen, dean of the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, has been named recipient of the George R. Spratto Distinguished Service Award, honoring his vision, service and contributions to the biological sciences and pharmacy education. The award is presented by the Biological Sciences Section of the American Association of CollegesRead the story …
Khayat Lecture Series Announced
Beginning this fall, students and community to hear from renowned speakers
June 7, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss – Inspirational ideas, fresh perspectives and unique insights will be shared with University of Mississippi students and the larger community as a result of the new Robert C. Khayat Lecture Series, which the Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy launches this fall. By bringing renowned cross-cultural leaders, entrepreneurs and philanthropists to the OxfordRead the story …
UPD Chief Ray Hawkins to Retire
Outgoing leader reflects on 24 years at Ole Miss and the rich reward of serving students
June 3, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi Police Chief Ray Hawkins, respected law enforcement officer, natural leader and a believer in the ‘education before enforcement’ approach to policing, is retiring after a stellar 30-year career. Hawkins, who was hired as UPD chief on March 30, 2018, retires June 30. He’s looking forward to spending more timeRead the story …
School of Engineering, Rust College Partner for Dual-Degree Program
Students earn degrees from each institution with a five-year course plan
June 3, 2021 by
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – With a new dual-degree program, students can pursue mathematics at Rust College for three years and follow up with two years at the University of Mississippi School of Engineering. Four tracks are included in this partnership: biomedical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering and mechanical engineering. Successful students graduate with a degreeRead the story …
Dr. Marshall Crowther Honored with SEC Michael L. Slive Award
Sports medicine physician recognized as part of conference's Medical Guidance Task Force
June 2, 2021 by
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The medical director and sports medicine physician for Ole Miss Health and Sports Performance is among the members of the Southeastern Conference‘s Return to Activity and Medical Guidance Task Force who were named recipients of the conference’s Michael L. Slive Distinguished Service Award on Wednesday (June 2). Dr. Marshall Crowther is theRead the story …
Summer Sunset Series Returns to the Grove
Bring your lawn chairs and picnics every Sunday in June
June 2, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Live music is back! After more than a year of canceled events, bands will return to the Grove stage for the annual Summer Sunset Series on Sunday afternoons throughout June. The series, which is free and open to the public at the University of Mississippi, is a communitywide event made possible throughRead the story …
Associate Director of Housing to Head Regional Organization
Jeannie Hopper to serve as president of Southeastern Association of Housing Officers
June 1, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The associate director of student housing for residential learning at the University of Mississippi has been elected to lead a regional organization of housing officers. Jeannie Hopper will serve as president-elect for the Southeastern Association of Housing Officers. SEAHO is the professional organization for the region, which encompasses 10 states in theRead the story …