OXFORD, Miss. – To say that Reba McCullouch Greer simply has a passion for writing is an understatement. She has devoted her career and life to changing the way students learn to write. With the establishment of the McCullouch-Greer Endowment to Advance Writing as a Civic Responsibility, Greer has extended this mission to include UniversityRead the story …
Greers’ Love of Writing Leads to Endowment
Couple establishes fund to support critical thinking, empower students
October 22, 2016 by
UM Physics Student Wins Prestigious Research Award
Wanwei Wu headed to FermiLab to further study particle physics
October 21, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As scientists worldwide continue delving into the secrets of the universe, a University of Mississippi graduate student joins the ongoing exploration of particle physics, studying the most infinitesimally tiny pieces that comprise matter. Wanwei Wu of China has been selected to receive a Universities Research Association Visiting Scholar Award of $25,920 forRead the story …
UM Pharmacy Researchers Launch Diabetes Self-Management Project
Effort supported by $214,000 grant from independent research institute
October 21, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Researchers from the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy invite diabetes patients from three north Mississippi communities to meet with physicians, pharmacists, nurses and others in a nonclinical environment to talk about where they struggle with diabetes self-management. The effort to help patients self-manage their health is funded by a Eugene WashingtonRead the story …
Faculty and Friends Remember Ron Borne as ‘Quintessential Educator’
Memorial service set for 3 p.m. Sunday at Paris-Yates Chapel
October 20, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi faculty, staff and alumni are remembering Ronald F. Borne, 77, beloved professor emeritus of medicinal chemistry, who died Tuesday (Oct. 18). He was known as a friend to all and a constant source of encouragement to his students. A memorial service is scheduled for 3 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 23) atRead the story …
UM Creative Writing Program Ranked Among Nation’s Top 10
Award-winning authors, talented students, unique opportunities key elements in latest recognition
October 19, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Less than a decade ago, the University of Mississippi was ranked as one of five “Up-and-Coming” Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing programs by The Atlantic magazine. Apparently, the program is reaching its full potential, with UM recently being named a “Top 10 University for Aspiring Writers” by CollegeMagazine.com. “I amRead the story …
New York Times Columnist to Deliver Honors College Keynote
Popular journalist-opinion writer David Brooks to reflect on presidential campaigns
October 18, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – David Brooks, acclaimed author and New York Times columnist, is the keynote speaker Thursday (Oct. 20) evening for the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College’s Fall Convocation at the University of Mississippi. The public program begins at 7 p.m. in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. This year’s annual assemblyRead the story …
UM Pharmacy Professor Honored for Service
Stuart Haines receives award from the American College of Clinical Pharmacy
October 17, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Stuart Haines, director of the Division of Pharmacy Professional Development and professor of pharmacy practice in the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, is being honored with the Robert M. Elenbaas Service Award from the American College of Clinical Pharmacy. The award, named for the founding executive director of ACCP, is given toRead the story …
Sixteen UM Students Awarded Engineering Scholarships
Scholars are recipients of prestigious Brevard, John G. Adler and Harper Johnson awards
October 16, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Sixteen University of Mississippi students have been named as recipients of major scholarships this fall in the School of Engineering. Representing Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana, they are this year’s Brevard, John G. Adler and Harper Johnson scholars. This exceptional group of students posted an average ACT score of 32.3 and an averageRead the story …
Students Gain Valuable Experience During Summer in Bolivia
Croft Institute, sociology and anthropology faculty start field school as study abroad opportunity
October 14, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eight University of Mississippi students immersed themselves in the culture and history of Bolivia this summer as they explored ethnography, the study of the customs of people groups and cultures, and social scientific methods, all against the backdrop of the Andes Mountains. Victoria Burrow, a junior from Pascagoula; Allie Gersdorf, a senior from Grossenaspe, Germany;Read the story …
UM Engineering Senior Named Top 10 Army ROTC Cadet
Dustin Dykes follows award-winning path established 30 years ago by his father
October 14, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi engineering student is among the U.S. Army Cadet Command’s Top 10 graduates for 2017. Dustin Dykes, a senior mechanical engineering major from Madison, Alabama, placed No. 9 on the list, outranking more than 5,000 other military seniors nationwide. Criteria included academics, physical fitness, leadership, and military and civilianRead the story …