OXFORD, Miss. – Lee Cohen, a professor, administrator and scholar whose research program explores mechanisms that contribute to nicotine use, withdrawal and dependence, has been hired as the next dean of the University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts. Cohen, who was professor and chair of Texas Tech University’s Department of Psychological Sciences before coming toRead the story …
James Vaughan Reflects on a Distinguished Career
After 35 years at UM, F.A.P. Barnard Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering is retiring
June 26, 2015 by
When James G. Vaughan joined the University of Mississippi faculty more than 35 years ago, he couldn’t envision his academic career would become legendary. “I always knew that I wanted to teach, however, I ultimately decided that working for a few years in industry before starting my university career would be a good thing,” saidRead the story …
Spitzer Seizes Success
Mechanical engineering alumnus founded his own global investment firm
June 26, 2015 by
Destiny is largely determined by our choices. Richard D. Spitzer can certainly attest that continuing his family’s agricultural legacy would probably have been his future had he not decided to venture beyond the boundaries of the comfortable and familiar. “I grew up on a big farm that was in my family for multiple generations,” saidRead the story …
Mike and Emily Williams Spread Wealth through Woods Society
Alumni couple's generosity helps create scholarships like ones they received as students
June 26, 2015 by
Fourteen years ago, Mike and Emily Williams both graduated from the University of Mississippi with bachelor’s degrees in chemical engineering. Since then, they have raised two daughters and thrived in their avocations. And they continue to provide generous support for the School of Engineering. As scholarship recipients, the Williams are appreciative of the assistance theyRead the story …
Ole Miss Student Receives National Pharmacy Scholarship
Kelsey Stephens honored for leadership and commitment to profession
June 19, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kelsey Stephens, a rising third-year professional pharmacy student at the University of Mississippi, has been awarded the $1,000 Gloria Francke Scholarship from the American Pharmacists Association Foundation Student Scholarship Program. APhA student scholarships are awarded to students who “demonstrate school and community leadership, and a commitment to the future of pharmacy,” according toRead the story …
UM History Professor Named Distinguished Lecturer
Jarod Roll is third UM faculty member chosen for honor by the national organization
June 16, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi history professor Jarod Roll, who teaches about modern America, the South, religion and the working-class experience, has been named a 2015-2016 distinguished lecturer by the Organization of American Historians. “The distinction came as a complete surprise to me,” said Roll, an associate professor at UM. “It is certainly anRead the story …
UM Offers Hybrid Doctorate in K-12 Leadership
Doctoral program designed for working principals, district administrators
June 15, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is accepting applications for a new doctoral program specially designed for senior-level K-12 administrators. In August, the UM School of Education launches a Doctor of Education degree in K-12 leadership in a hybrid format, combining online coursework and traditional seminars on weekends to support the needs of working principals, superintendents and district-levelRead the story …
UM Students Land Fulbright and Boren Scholarships
Prestigious awards will allow three recipients to travel and study abroad
June 12, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Three University of Mississippi students, members of both the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and the Croft Institute for International Studies, have been awarded prestigious scholarships to teach and study abroad. Jordan Nicholas Troisi of Wasilla, Alaska, and Colby Woods of Olive Branch were awarded Fulbright U.S. Student Awards to teach EnglishRead the story …
‘Pig and Small’ Wins CELI Read Aloud Book Award
UM literacy center honors South African author for tale of unlikely friends
June 10, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A children’s tale about an unlikely friendship between a pig and an insect unfolds in the pages of “Pig and Small,” winner of the 2015 Read Aloud Book Award, presented by the University of Mississippi’s Center for Excellence in Literacy Instruction. South African author and illustrator Alex Latimer created “Pig and Small” inRead the story …
UM Principal Corps Admits Seventh Cohort
Elite K-12 leadership program expands placements to eastern Mississippi
June 9, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eleven outstanding educators from school districts across the state make up the seventh cohort of the Principal Corps, the University of Mississippi’s elite program for K-12 leadership. The group includes Brad Blake of the Vicksburg-Warren School District, Emma Cornwall of the Columbus School District, Stephanie Crowell of the Quitman County School District, KristyRead the story …