OXFORD, Miss. – Ayla Gafni, assistant professor of mathematics at the University of Mississippi, has been named a research fellow by the National Science Foundation‘s Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research, known as EPSCoR. Her fellowship supports extended visits to the University of California at Los Angeles, totaling six months over two years, beginning inRead the story …
Math Professor Awarded National Science Foundation EPSCoR Fellowship
Ayla Gafni and doctoral student to learn from 'Mozart of Math' at UCLA
February 9, 2023 by
Applied Behavior Analysis Celebrates First Graduating Class
New master's degree to address state, nationwide need in education
February 7, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Graduates of a new University of Mississippi program for education majors are primed to assist schools in teaching the rising number of students diagnosed with autism and behavioral disorders across the state. Between 2000 and 2016, the number of students in Mississippi diagnosed with autism rose from 1 in 150 to 1Read the story …
Using Oral Histories as an ‘Avenue to Difficult Truth-telling’
Sarah Rodriguez blends love for food and meaningful conversation at Southern Foodways Alliance
February 6, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sarah Rodriguez engages with people through her work as an oral historian, honing skills such as honesty and empathy building. She also enjoys connecting with them over a meal, which is not surprising, given her job with the Southern Foodways Alliance. “I like to meet people for drinks and a meal andRead the story …
Black History Month Events to Honor, Empower Changemakers
Judy Meredith to deliver keynote address and host documentary screening
February 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi‘s Black History Month celebrations this year coincide with the commemoration of 60 years of integration at the state’s flagship, giving attendees an opportunity to honor both today’s changemakers and the people who paved their way. Judy Alsobrooks Meredith, documentarian, retired professor of mass communications and wife of theRead the story …
Young Alumna Gives Back to School of Accountancy
Stephanie Teague makes commitment to school's new home
February 4, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Stephanie Jennings Teague, of Chicago, sees her commitment of $100,000 to the Patterson School of Accountancy‘s new building at the University of Mississippi as a means of saying “thank you.” “It is a way to show a small token of my appreciation to Ole Miss, the faculty and staff, and the accountingRead the story …
University Supports Community Partnership Projects
Projects range from youth nutrition programs to sustainable farmers market activities
February 3, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. –The University of Mississippi has awarded funding to six projects aimed at increasing collaboration between the institution and the Lafayette County and Oxford communities. The Community Engaged Partnership Development Fund grants are awarded by the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement and support the UM Empower Now strategic plan. “Providing these grants allowsRead the story …
U.S. Poet Laureate Slated as UM Baine Lecturer
Ada Limón will discuss 'What Poetry Can Do' in Fulton Chapel
February 2, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón is set to deliver this year’s Baine Lecture at the University of Mississippi. Limón will discuss “What Poetry Can Do” beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 7) in Fulton Chapel. Free and open to the public, the event is co-sponsored by the Department of English and theRead the story …
Law School Names Inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
UM graduate aims to create more inclusive environment for all students and employees
February 2, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Joshua Quinn Tucker, a four-time graduate of the University of Mississippi, returns to campus this month as the School of Law‘s inaugural assistant dean of diversity, equity and inclusion. Following a strategic plan for increasing DEI efforts in the school, Dean Susan Duncan began a search for the new position last fall.Read the story …
Diamond Flower Compounds Show Promise in Repelling Mosquitoes
Latest development in UM search for natural products with repellent properties
February 1, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A flowering plant may provide a safe, biodegradable replacement for DEET as a primary insect repellent. Researchers at the University of Mississippi‘s National Center for Natural Products Research have published a paper in the journal Molecules demonstrating that Stenaria nigricans contains compounds that repel mosquitos. The study is the latest development inRead the story …
Speaker Series to Spotlight Diversity, Inclusion in Leadership
Lott Institute, Army ROTC collaborate to bring civilian and military leaders for campus chat
January 31, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three female leaders of the Army, Navy and Air Force will visit the University of Mississippi next month to lead a discussion on diversity and inclusion in the armed services. Lt. Gen. Maria R. Gervais, Brig. Gen. Stacy Jo Huser and Rear Adm. Nancy Lacore will speak on campus beginning at 2:30Read the story …