OXFORD, Miss. – An initiative is underway to honor two-term Mississippi governor and national political leader Haley Barbour at the University of Mississippi, with a goal of attracting $1.5 million for a faculty chair in the Department of Political Science. Initial gifts, already totaling more than $300,000, are an indication of the interest in buildingRead the story …
Learning Lessons from Haley Barbour’s Career
Initiative launched to honor former governor through UM political science department
November 4, 2015 by
LaTanya Dixon Hears Call to Serve Community
Doctoral student works to help students succeed in STEM fields
November 2, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – LaTanya Dixon came to the University of Mississippi in 2001 to study pre-medicine, but her service as a tutor and mentor at the Boys and Girls Club made her reconsider her career goals. When Dixon was an undergraduate, a friend introduced her to AmeriCorps, an organization that places college volunteers in nonprofitsRead the story …
‘Spooky Physics Night’ Returns Oct. 30
UM to host annual fun, informative family event
October 27, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Expect to experience physics in a more mysterious way when the University of Mississippi Department of Physics and Astronomy presents “Halloween Spooky Physics Night” from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday (Oct. 30) in Lewis Hall. Every fall, the physics department’s faculty and students look forward to hosting this annual seasonal event that’sRead the story …
Former NASA Rocket Scientist Set for Special Science Cafe
UM alumna Josephine Howard to discuss math and science careers Oct. 27
October 26, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A veteran scientist who helped NASA achieve one of the crowning achievements of the 20th century will discuss highlights of her career Tuesday (Oct. 27) in a special University of Mississippi Science Cafe. Josephine “Jo” Howard, a UM graduate and former rocket scientist, will discuss “Reflections on the Apollo Space Program and MathematicsRead the story …
District Judge to Lead UM Forum on Race and Moral Leadership
Carlton Reeves to share insights with students and lead a public discussion on campus
October 22, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will bring U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves, who serves the Southern District of Mississippi, to Oxford for an open forum on “Race and Moral Leadership in the U.S. Judicial System.” The open discussion will convene at 4 p.m. Tuesday (Oct. 27) in Bryant Hall, Room 207. The eventRead the story …
Classics Professor to Discuss Economics of Color in Ancient Rome
Hilary Becker to lecture Oct. 28 on campus as Humanities Teacher of the Year
October 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A classics professor selected as the 2015 University of Mississippi Humanities Teacher of the Year is delivering a lecture as part of her honor. Hilary Becker, assistant professor of classics, addresses “The Economy of Color in Ancient Rome: A Case Study of the Pigment Trade” at 7 p.m. Oct. 28 in BryantRead the story …
UM Professor Aids in Discovery of New Species of Giant Tortoise
Ryan Garrick among co-authors of peer-reviewed paper published in journal PLoS ONE
October 21, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi biologist collaborated as part of an international research team on the discovery of a new species of the Galapagos giant tortoise, findings that are included in the Oct. 21 issue of PLoS ONE, a peer-reviewed journal published by the Public Library of Science. Working as part of aRead the story …
Study USA Program Allows Students to Immerse Themselves in Courses
UM students leave the classroom to explore issues during two-week Wintersession terms
October 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Most University of Mississippi faculty members will say that “seeing a light bulb go on” when a student truly connects with the subject matter is one of the most rewarding parts of their profession. It is that passion for sharing knowledge and creative ideas that is driving many UM faculty members toRead the story …
Topological Quantum States of Matter is Topic for Next Science Cafe
UM physicist to share research on changes of non-thermal materials in Oct. 20 talk
October 15, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The topological properties of cold mater is the topic for a monthly public science forum organized by the UM Department of Physics and Astronomy. The fall semester’s second meeting of the Oxford Science Café is set for 6 p.m. Oct. 20 at Lusa Bakery Bistro and Bar, 1120 North Lamar Blvd. KevinRead the story …
UM Graduate Wins Prestigious Portz Scholarship
Amir Aziz, recent Honors College and Croft Institute alumnus, receives NCHC award
October 13, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Most students graduate from college when they are 21 or 22. For Amir Aziz, that’s when he began college as a member of the University of Mississippi’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and the Croft Institute for International Studies. Of course, not many Ole Miss students serve in the Singapore Armed Forces beforeRead the story …