OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi researchers involved with the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory Scientific Collaboration have confirmed that the international partnership has made a third detection of gravitational waves, demonstrating that a new window in astronomy has been firmly opened. The LIGO Scientific Collaboration is a group of more than 1,000 international scientists whoRead the story …
LIGO Detects Third Set of Gravitational Waves
UM physicists part of project that has confirmed new population of black holes
June 1, 2017 by
Modern Languages Department Offers New Doctoral Program
Degree will prepare graduates to work in industry or run higher education programs
May 31, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Beginning this fall, the University of Mississippi’s Department of Modern Languages will offer a doctorate in second language studies. The degree is designed to educate professionals who can provide second language training for firms that conduct business globally and need workers who can speak Spanish and other languages. The program also will trainRead the story …
UM-Grenada, BGS Student Changes Career Plans and Excels
Bethany Miller earns UM's Taylor Medal for academic achievement
May 30, 2017 by
GRENADA, Miss. – After graduating from Grenada High School in 2011, Bethany Miller enrolled at Holmes Community College’s Grenada Center, where she served as a student ambassador and a student worker in the vice president’s office. She graduated with an associate’s degree in social work in 2013 and started classes in the nursing program theRead the story …
UM Faculty Member to Discuss Memory Research in Copenhagen
Rebekah Smith is one of just eight invited speakers for international conference
May 28, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi professor and administrator will discuss her research on the role of attention in successful prospective memory at a workshop next month at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. Rebekah Smith, chair and professor of psychology, is among just eight invited speakers from Denmark, France, Germany, the United KingdomRead the story …
UM Student Lands Dream Internship with Discovery Channel
Bella Gonzalez will spend summer creating graphic content and marketing materials
May 25, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi student soon will be making her way to Silver Spring, Maryland, to serve as an intern for the recruiting and internship team at Discovery Channel. Bella Gonzalez, a senior from Bay St. Louis who is double majoring in marketing and graphic design, will serve in her intern role from May 30Read the story …
Six UM Students Awarded Prestigious Language Scholarships
Prestigious honors allows undergrads to study abroad, prepare for international careers
May 23, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Six University of Mississippi undergraduate students have won prestigious national scholarships to study foreign languages considered critical to U.S. economic, diplomatic and security interests. The Critical Language Scholarships are given annually by the U.S. Department of State. They are competitive, with undergraduate, master’s, Ph.D. and M.D. students vying for the funds. RecipientsRead the story …
UM Alumna Takes Comedy on the Road
Kendall Ketchum tours with former 'SNL' cast member Darrell Hammond
May 18, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi alumna Kendall Ketchum has performed her comedy routines for a decade in New York City, but she’s recently taken her talent from dive bars to a tour with former “Saturday Night Live” cast member Darrell Hammond. Ketchum, who studied theatre arts at Ole Miss, earned her bachelor’s degree inRead the story …
Archive of Theatrical Memorabilia Created in UM Library
New collection honors actress Marian Seldes and the Actors Fund of America
May 16, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Curators of the Mamie and Ellis Nassour Arts and Entertainment Collection at the University of Mississippi have created a unique archive to honor the late actress Marian Seldes and the Actors Fund of America, the latter for its generous donations of theatrical memorabilia. The Marian Seldes/Actors Fund Archive, housed in the J.D.Read the story …
Horizons Seeks Support for Wednesday Fundraiser
Innovative summer program at UM boosts achievement among underserved students
May 15, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Members of the Lafayette-Oxford-University community have an important opportunity Wednesday (May 17) to support an innovative summer learning program operating on the University of Mississippi campus. Horizons, a key initiative in the McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement’s mission to fight poverty through education, is a six-week, full-day summer learningRead the story …
Three Receive UM College of Liberal Arts Teaching Honors
Faculty members lauded for excellence in challenging and guiding students
May 12, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The College of Liberal Arts at the University of Mississippi recognized three faculty members Friday (May 13) for their excellence in teaching. The Liberal Arts Outstanding Teacher of the Year award went to Matt Long, associate professor of art. Steven Davis, professor of chemistry and biochemistry, was given the Cora Lee GrahamRead the story …