OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi schools of Pharmacy and Nursing have developed a collaborative health care simulation program that is unique among university liberal arts campuses. “Patient simulation is increasingly used in health care education today, and we have a great opportunity for nursing and pharmacy students to work and learn together onRead the story …
UM Pharmacy and Nursing Schools Develop Patient Simulation Program
Work being highlighted at international conference
February 14, 2013 by
Oxford, UM Students to Trek North America in 35 Feet
Traveling map brings social studies learning opportunity for local students
February 14, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Every state in the union will visit the University of Mississippi during the first week of March in the form of a 35-by 26-foot traveling map of North America. Area elementary school students, Ole Miss students and the general public can experience the map firsthand March 4-7 at the university’s Jackson AvenueRead the story …
Kidney Transplants Hit UMMC Record in 2012, Liver Service to Restart This Year
February 14, 2013 by
JACKSON, Miss. – Teams at the University of Mississippi Medical Center transplanted a record 103 kidneys last year, a figure they could surpass in 2013 even while preparing to restart liver transplantations following a 22-year hiatus. “This record stands as a benchmark as we work toward becoming a complete abdominal-organ transplant center,” said Dr. JamesRead the story …
Video: UM Nutrition Clinic Offers Healthy Eating Advice
February 14, 2013 by
The UM Nutrition Clinic, housed in Lenoir Hall, offers a number of services besides group weight-loss classes, including medical nutrition counseling for individuals with illnesses, diet-related conditions, injury or an interest in improving health in general.
Entrepreneurs sought for Gillespie Business Plan Competition
Executive summaries due Feb. 17
February 12, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – On ABC’s reality series “Shark Tank,” competitors pitch their ideas, hoping to become the next big innovator. The University of Mississippi will identify its next heavyweight entrepreneur this spring by having students put their big ideas on paper in the Gillespie Business Plan Competition. The annual competition, organized by the UM SchoolRead the story …
Pharmacy Alumna Named Distinguished New Practitioner
Crumby honored by American Pharmacists Association for pediatric HIV work, student mentorship
February 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Recognized for her outstanding work with pediatric infectious diseases and commitment to student mentorship, University of Mississippi pharmacy alumna Ashley Crumby has been named the 2013 American Pharmacists Association Distinguished New Practitioner. “This is such exciting news,” Crumby said. “I’ve been a member of APhA for a really long time and I’mRead the story …
Pharmacy Ambassadors Committed to Success of Future Students
Inaugural group helps pharmacy school recruit, mentor students
February 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Andrew Smelser has a passion for helping students succeed. “It’s a really great experience to see students enjoy Ole Miss and really thrive in our program, especially those that you help to recruit,” said Smelser, a native of Owens Cross Roads, Ala. who is enrolled in the third year of the UniversityRead the story …
Andy Mullins, Counselor to Many Mississippi Leaders and Trailblazer in Education Reform, Announces June 30 Retirement
Praised as teacher, historian, author, counselor and untiring advocate for improving education.
February 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – After nearly two decades at the University of Mississippi and a career dedicated to improving K-12 and higher education, Andrew Mullins Jr., longtime counselor to many of Mississippi’s education leaders, has announced his retirement as chief of staff to Chancellor Dan Jones. Following a few months’ rest, Mullins plans to teach graduateRead the story …
February Science Cafe Examines UM/NASA Space Seeds Program
February 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The importance of botany to interplanetary explorations is the focus of this month’s installment of 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. 19 at Lusa Pastry Cafe,Read the story …
UM Law Hires McCullouch as Associate Dean
Louisville native brings three decades of experience in corporate and civic causes
February 8, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Law has hired John McCullouch as its associate dean for outreach, putting him in charge of the school’s placement, recruiting and outreach efforts in the Jackson metro area. McCullouch, a Louisville native, previously had a 28-year career with BellSouth, ultimately serving as state general counsel andRead the story …