OXFORD, Miss. – Researchers in the School of Applied Sciences at the University of Mississippi have discovered an anatomical link in the human brain associated with impulsivity. “Impulsivity is the tendency of your behavior to make decisions based on what you see in front of you, rather than seeing the entire picture,” said Tossi Ikuta, assistant professor of communicationRead the story …
UM Researchers Uncover Brain Science Behind Impulsivity
Applied Sciences professors translate animal studies in breakthrough neurological research
December 31, 2018 by
International Doctoral Student Thrives in Hospitality Management
South African student pursues organizational behavior research
December 25, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s School of Applied Sciences offers rich educational and research opportunities that attract students from all over the globe, including Thamsanqa “Thamsie” Jongile, a doctoral student in hospitality management from Cape Town, South Africa. Jongile explained that his interest in hospitality management stems from his time growing up. “My grandmother (toldRead the story …
Virtual Classrooms Deliver Real Advantage for UM Education Majors
Mixed-reality teaching experience helps students develop skills
December 20, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Meet Ava and Dev. They are in middle school. Ava is quick-thinking and decisive and likes to be challenged with new ideas and concepts. Dev is a rule-follower who is self-driven with high standards. Ava and Dev are not your average students. In fact, they are not even real students at all.Read the story …
Vitter Named to National Academy of Inventors
Organization recognizes academic technology and innovation
December 20, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Jeffrey S. Vitter, the 17th chancellor of the University of Mississippi and distinguished professor of computer and information science, has been elected a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors. Vitter was among 148 inventors named a 2018 fellow by the NAI, which recognizes and encourages inventors with patents issued from theRead the story …
Working for a Better Mississippi – One Cup of Coffee at a Time
UM students assist nonprofit with manufacturing challenge
December 19, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eddie Carr wasn’t searching for another manufacturing class project for his University of Mississippi students, but he walked into one that has allowed his students to help a small north Mississippi nonprofit. An extension service instructor at the Haley Barbour Center for Manufacturing Excellence at UM, Carr had some extra time earlier this fall afterRead the story …
Alexander Roy Headed to Amazon
Computer and information science senior interned for global company last summer
December 18, 2018 by
Tinkering with electronic devices and computers since elementary school, Alexander Roy found computer and information science was the best major for him. While the University of Mississippi senior has taken many classes within the computer and information science department, he said his favorite is CSCI 547: Digital Image Processing. Taught by Yixin Chen, UM professorRead the story …
Shaquinta Morgan Named Outstanding Young Alumna
Bachelor of Engineering alumna is director of solution architecture at Signify
December 18, 2018 by
Shaquinta Morgan (BE 03) has received the University of Mississippi’s 2018 Outstanding Young Alumni Award for her career achievements and civic contributions. Morgan, who is director of solution architecture for the United States at Signify (formerly known as Philips Lighting) End User Services, was presented the honor during annual UM homecoming weekend activities on Oct.Read the story …
Glenn Walker Brings Expertise to UM’s New Biomedical Engineering Program
Associate professor of electrical engineering helped create similar program at North Carolina State University
December 18, 2018 by
When the decision was made to launch a biomedical engineering program at the University of Mississippi, Glenn Walker knew he wanted to be a part of it. “I helped establish the biomedical engineering program at North Carolina State University when I started my academic career there in 2004,” said Walker, associate professor of electrical engineeringRead the story …
Music Professor Receives Prestigious International Fellowship
Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship supports George Dor's work with Nigerian university
December 17, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – George Worlasi Kwasi Dor, a music professor at the University of Mississippi, has been awarded a fellowship by the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program to work with professors at the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria. Dor, a native of Ghana who holds the McDonnell-Barksdale Chair of Ethnomusicology at UM, will travelRead the story …
University Recognized for Student Veteran Services, Treatment
Rankings place Ole Miss in top 5 percent nationally for military services
December 17, 2018 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has been recognized as a top institution for military veteran students for 2019 by both Military Times and College Factual. Military Times ranked Ole Miss among the leaders in student veteran treatment in its annual rankings, with the university coming in at No. 85 nationally among all public institutions.Read the story …