OXFORD, Miss. – Dozens of esteemed scientists from around the globe are headed to the University of Mississippi for a four-day workshop on the latest in gravitational-wave astronomy, hosted by the UM Gravitation, Astrophysics and Theoretical Physics Group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. The “Strong Gravity and Binary Dynamics with Gravitational Wave Observations”Read the story …
Physicists to Gather for International Workshop at UM
Scientists from around the globe coming to Feb. 27-March 2 event on gravitational research
February 17, 2017 by
Nominations for Sullivan Award for Community Service Due Feb. 24
Annual honors recognize students, alumni and local residents
February 16, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement at the University of Mississippi is seeking nominations for The Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award. The award recognizes those who exhibit “nobility of character, exemplified by selfless service to others and the community.” UM will accept nominations through Feb. 24 for one student, either undergraduate orRead the story …
Chemistry of Milk Topic of UM Science Cafe for February
Chemistry professor and student team up for second presentation of spring semester
February 16, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The chemistry of dairy products 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. Feb. 21 at Lusa Bakery Bistro and Bar, 1120 North Lamar Blvd.Read the story …
RebelTHON Team Sets High Goal for Weekend Fundraiser
Annual event benefits Batson Children's Hospital; portion to help renovate cancer center
February 15, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With last year’s RebelTHON fundraising event at the University of Mississippi almost doubling its goal, the bar is set high for the 2017 dance marathon to benefit the Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital at the UM Medical Center. This year’s event begins at 3 p.m. Saturday (Feb. 18) at the Turner Center.Read the story …
Students Downloading LiveSafe App Can Win Cool Prizes
UM giving away an iPad, Starbucks card and a day in a golf cart to promote mobile safety platform
February 15, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is giving away a golf cart for a day, a free iPad and a $50 Starbucks gift card to three lucky students who download LiveSafe, the new mobile safety communications platform for students, faculty and staff. LiveSafe serves as a tool for real-time security communication and is available for freeRead the story …
Former UM Director Receives Arts Commission Lifetime Achievement Award
Bill Ferris to be honored at 2017 Governor's Arts Awards
February 15, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – William R. Ferris, the preeminent scholar and documenter of Mississippi’s rich culture, music and folklore, has been documenting the lives of Mississippians for more than 50 years. On Feb. 16, the Mississippi Arts Commission will honor him with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2017 Governor’s Arts Awards. Ferris is a scholar,Read the story …
Applicants Sought for Entrepreneurial Spirit Scholarship
JAMAS Capital Management created award to encourage pursuit of innovative business careers
February 14, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Students in the University of Mississippi’s School of Business Administration are encouraged to apply soon for a new scholarship funded by JAMAS Capital Management, a private investment firm based in Jackson. The Entrepreneurial Spirit of Mississippi Scholarship, worth $2,500, is intended to help UM students become the entrepreneurial business leaders of theRead the story …
Eunique Jones Gibson Challenges UM, Community to Activism
'Because of Them, We Can' founder delivered Black History Month keynote Monday night
February 14, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Flowing with candor, charisma and in a conversational style, Eunique Jones Gibson urged listeners Monday night (Feb. 13) at University of Mississippi to become social activists who improve living conditions for present and future generations. Delivering the keynote address for the university’s Black History Month observances, the creator of the “Because ofRead the story …
University, ERDC Officials Discuss Partnership Opportunities
UM aims to increase collaborations with agency on several research projects
February 13, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Several University of Mississippi administrators met with two top representatives from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center who visited campus Thursday (Feb. 9) to discuss strengthening mutually beneficial collaborations. ERDC Director Jeff Holland and Deputy Director David Pittman visited Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter; Alex Cheng, dean of the School of Engineering;Read the story …
History Professor Awarded Prestigious NEH Fellowship
Jarod Roll among nation's top scholars chosen for distinction
February 13, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jarod Roll, associate professor of history at the University of Mississippi, has been awarded a coveted fellowship by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The yearlong fellowship allows scholars in the humanities to focus solely on their research or writing. Of the 1,298 scholars who applied for the 2017 fellowship, only 86Read the story …