OXFORD, Miss. – This semester marks the first time in 43 years that Charles L. “Chuck” Hussey, associate dean for research and graduate education in the College of Liberal Arts and a distinguished professor of chemistry and biochemistry, hasn’t awakened to his 7 a.m. alarm to get ready for a day serving the University ofRead the story …
Extra-Long Battery Life
UM electrochemist and dean looks back on four decades at university
February 2, 2021 by
UM Rolls Out Certificate in Intercollegiate Athletic Administration
School of Applied Sciences' new graduate program offers an inside look at the NCAA
February 2, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Students who are interested in a career in the intercollegiate athletics industry or who want a deeper understanding of the NCAA as an organization can earn a new graduate certificate in intercollegiate athletic administration at the University of Mississippi‘s School of Applied Sciences. The program is designed to conveniently provide working studentsRead the story …
Researchers Cited in National Racial Progress Study
Community-driven research project ranks Mississippi in Top 5 for progress toward closing gaps
February 1, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi faculty members and researchers were among a group of seven scholars across the country who contributed findings to a national study detailing the states that have achieved the most racial progress over time, among other findings. Anne Cafer and John Green contributed their research and expertise to aRead the story …
UM Hosting Variety of Events Throughout Black History Month
Keynote address will feature distinguished scholar, Mississippi native Eddie S. Glaude Jr.
February 1, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eddie S. Glaude Jr., distinguished scholar of African American studies at Princeton University, will deliver the keynote address for Black History Month observances Feb. 9 at the University of Mississippi. Glaude’s virtual address, “Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own,” begins at 5 p.m. on Zoom. ToRead the story …
Pharmacy Professor Receives UM Faculty Achievement Award
David Colby honored for success in teaching, research and mentoring
January 31, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Becoming a professor was David Colby’s goal as a pharmacy student at the University of Iowa. Serving as an associate professor of medicinal chemistry and director of academic affairs in biomolecular sciences at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, Colby’s excellence in teaching, scholarship and service was recognized, as he wasRead the story …
A Gift that Honors
UM endowment pays tribute to former faculty members
January 30, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A $100,000 gift to the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College pays tribute to two former University of Mississippi faculty members – one for his innovative approach to instruction and the other for his impact on the donor’s education and career path. The gift, made by an Honors Program graduate who preferred toRead the story …
Student Veterans Celebrate New One-Stop Shop for Resources
Office of Veteran and Military Services cuts ribbon on renovated space in George Street House
January 29, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi student veterans and military-connected students have better access to the specialized services they require than ever before with the opening of the new Veteran and Military Services office in the George Street House. Student veterans, such as Angela Roberts, a Marine veteran and biology major from Dallas, have aRead the story …
Management Professor Selected for Distinguished Early Career Award
Research into the psychology of work earns academic recognition by industry professionals
January 28, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kristin Cullen-Lester, assistant professor of management at the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration, has been selected to receive the 2021 Distinguished Early Career Contributions Award–Practice from the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Cullen-Lester will give an invited presentation at the 2021 annual conference, set for April 14-17 in NewRead the story …
University Announces Five-Year Diversity Plan at Summit
Keynote Gregory Vincent lauds commitment, challenges community to follow through
January 28, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi officials shared the institutional commitment to strengthening a diverse and equitable learning and working environment Friday (Jan. 22) with the official launch of the university’s new Pathways to Equity strategic plan. The plan was presented as a part of the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement‘s second Diversity Summit,Read the story …
Health and Kinesiology Doctoral Program Soars to Elite Ranking
Ph.D. program recognized among Top 10 by National Academy of Kinesiology
January 27, 2021 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Faculty members and staff in the University of Mississippi‘s Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreation Management are celebrating their recent recognition by the National Academy of Kinesiology as the nation’s No. 5 kinesiology program among public universities, and No. 6 overall. Kinesiology is the study of the mechanics of human movementRead the story …