OXFORD, Miss. – The National Center for Natural Products Research at the University of Mississippi and Beijing 302 Hospital of China have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the quality of traditional Chinese medicine. The Institute of Chinese Herbal Medicine Beijing, located at the hospital, analyzes traditional medicines taken by hospital patients andRead the story …
Natural Products Center to Collaborate with Beijing Hospital
NCNPR scientists will help with chemistry-related analysis of traditional Chinese medicines
November 28, 2017 by
Dean of Local Photographers to Retire in December
Robert Jordan has shot more than a million photos across his 33-year career
November 27, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For more than three decades, Robert Jordan has profoundly shaped how the world perceives the University of Mississippi. His photographs have documented the natural beauty of the Oxford campus through all seasons, captured critical moments of thrilling athletic triumphs and conveyed the dedication and achievements of its faculty, staff, students and alumni.Read the story …
Josh Magruder Named Counselor of the Year
State association honors UM professor for service
November 26, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Joshua Magruder, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Mississippi School of Education, has been named Counselor of the Year by the Mississippi Licensed Professional Counselor Association, a division of the Mississippi Counseling Association and the American Mental Health Counselors Association. Magruder, interim clinical coordinator at UM’s Clinic for Outreach and Personal Enrichment, or COPE, will beRead the story …
Estate Gift to Benefit UM Patterson School of Accountancy
Major contribution will establish new chair, among other support
November 26, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A recent $6.3 million gift from the estate of alumnus and University of Mississippi supporter Lucian S. Minor will establish a new chair within the Patterson School of Accountancy while also providing scholarships and supporting the school’s academic programs and activities. The Lucian S. Minor Chair of Accountancy Endowment will support theRead the story …
UM Alumna Clara Turnage Receives Chronicle of Higher Education Award
Former DM editor honored for excellence in her in-depth and breaking news coverage
November 22, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Clara Turnage, an alumna of the University of Mississippi’s Meek School of Journalism and New Media, received The Chronicle of Higher Education’s 2017 David W. Miller Award for Young Journalists, a $3,000 prize given to the publication’s top intern each year. Turnage, a New Hebron native, began interning for the Chronicle shortlyRead the story …
Daniel Roberts Reflects Upon His Days with UM Black Student Union
Organization provided support, fellowship and opportunities for many African-American students
November 22, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – While others may have questioned Daniel Roberts’ decision to enroll at the University of Mississippi, the Moss Point native felt no apprehension about being on campus. And any doubts about whether he belonged soon disappeared, thanks to his involvement in the Black Student Union. “Black Student Union was a safe space forRead the story …
UM Launches Flagship Constellations to Tackle ‘Grand Challenges’
Multidisciplinary teams seek significant and innovative solutions
November 21, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi unveiled its Flagship Constellations initiative, which includes multidisciplinary teams with the goal of creating solutions in the areas of big data, brain wellness, community wellbeing and disaster resilience, on Friday (Nov. 17). Each team consists of faculty, staff and students through a collaborative effort to explore and solveRead the story …
UM Professor Lectures on African Music at University of Georgia
George Dor invited as fall speaker for the Institute for African Studies
November 21, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – George W.K. Dor, professor of music at the University of Mississippi, recently delivered the fall lecture for the University of Georgia’s Institute for African Studies. Dor was invited as guest lecturer by Akinloye Ojo, the institute’s director. The institute highlights a different discipline each year for the lecture series, and this year’s focusRead the story …
Pharmacy Student Receives National Scholarship
Alexandria Gochenauer hopes to someday work in veterinary or educational setting
November 20, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The National Community Pharmacy Association recognized University of Mississippi third-year student pharmacist Alexandria Gochenauer with a Presidential Scholarship during its annual convention’s awards ceremony last month. The $2,000 award will go toward Gochenauer’s academic endeavors, as the organization selects scholarship honorees based on academic achievement, leadership qualities and an interest in independentRead the story …