OXFORD, Miss. – Ikhlas Khan, director of the National Center for Natural Products Research at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, is the winner of AOAC International’s 2018 Harvey W. Wiley Award, which recognizes lifetime scientific achievement. AOAC International develops global quality standards for microbiological and chemical materials, ranging from food to pharmaceuticals inRead the story …
Natural Products Center Director Wins Lifetime Achievement Award
Ikhlas Khan honored for work to develop standards for dietary supplements
February 15, 2018 by
Applied Sciences Welcomes Inaugural Visiting Research Scholar
Cecile Guin to provide expert grant and publication counsel, mentorship to faculty
February 15, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Cecile Guin, director of the Office of Social Service Research and Development at Louisiana State University’s School of Social Work, will serve as the inaugural visiting research scholar for the School of Applied Sciences. The school launched the Visiting Research Scholars Forum this academic year to help enhance research productivity, bringing meritoriousRead the story …
Mississippi Universities Provide Key Support for Automotive Industry
UM Center for Manufacturing Excellence praised by automakers for providing skilled graduates
February 14, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The automotive industry serves as a key driver in the state’s economy. More than 200 automotive manufacturers employ 20,000 workers, with annual vehicle production in the state exceeding 500,000. Several university programs are helping the industry grow and flourish in the state. The Haley Barbour Center for Manufacturing Excellence at the UniversityRead the story …
Inaugural Living Music Institute Deemed an ‘Incredible Success’
UM music department's Living Music Resource expands to include an intensive opera workshop
February 14, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The inaugural session of the Living Music Institute, which ran Jan. 18-21 at the University of Mississippi, got high marks from students and music professionals alike. The Living Music Institute, a production of the Living Music Resource in the UM Department of Music, is an intensive workshop for opera aria singers. DuringRead the story …
Usefulness of Math Topic of February Science Cafe
UM professor Sandra Spiroff to discuss applications of mathematics
February 14, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Practical uses for mathematical concepts is the topic for a monthly public science forum organized by the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy. The spring semester’s second meeting of the Oxford Science Cafe is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 20) at Lusa Pastry Cafe, 2305 W. Jackson Ave. SandraRead the story …
Honors College Spring Convocation to Focus on Human Trafficking
Freedom for All founder Katie Ford to speak at Tuesday evening event at UM
February 14, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The issue of human trafficking will take center stage at this year’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College Spring Convocation as Katie Ford, the legendary former CEO of the iconic Ford Models Inc. modeling agency, is the guest speaker. Ford, founder and CEO of the anti-human trafficking foundation Freedom for All, will beRead the story …
Ole Miss Theatre Production of ‘Zombie Prom’ Opens Friday
Zany musical features contributions by army of students, faculty and staff
February 13, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Zombies are roaming about campus at the University of Mississippi, but rather than seeking out human prey, these ghouls are singing and dancing. The Ole Miss Theatre production of “Zombie Prom,” the third production of the year, opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday (Feb. 16) in Meek Hall Auditorium. The show runs throughRead the story …
Nominations for Sullivan Award for Community Service Due Feb. 26
Honors recognize contributions by UM students, alumni and community members
February 13, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement at the University of Mississippi is seeking nominations for the annual Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards. The awards recognize those who exhibit “nobility of character, exemplified by selfless service to others and the community.” The institute will accept nominations through Feb. 26 for one student, either undergraduateRead the story …
Social Work Conference Promotes Cultural Humility, Social Justice
Diversity event includes keynote on 'Using Truth, Bravery and Compassion to Heal the World'
February 12, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – “You risk nothing by standing up for what is right,” Jennifer Stollman told nearly 200 attendees at the recent 2018 Diversity Conference, presented by the University of Mississippi Department of Social Work. “You risk everything by staying silent.” Stollman, academic director of for the William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation, served asRead the story …
UM Professor Leads Dinosaur Track Preservation Project
Findings from discovery and digital reconstruction of trackway site result in journal article
February 12, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi geologist’s collaboration with researchers at the University of Arkansas has yielded the discovery and digital preservation of the first tracks of carnivorous dinosaurs ever found in Arkansas. Brian Platt, assistant professor of geology and geological engineering at UM, was lead author of “LiDAR-based characterization and conservation of theRead the story …