OXFORD, Miss. – The contributions of the University of Mississippi High Energy Physics Group in the search for the Higgs boson, the subatomic particle thought to be responsible for all mass in the universe, is the focus for a monthly public science forum organized by the UM Department of Physics and Astronomy. The fall semester’sRead the story …
UM Center for Mathematics and Science Education Hosts Educators from Botswana
August 7, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Since its launch six years ago at the University of Mississippi, the Center for Mathematics and Science Education has garnered worldwide acclaim for its approach and methods. And just last week, professors and instructors from the University of Botswana visited Ole Miss to meet with CMSE representatives and faculty from other science,Read the story …
Pre-K Olympians: Willie Price Lab School Hosts Games in the Grove
August 3, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – On the same day that superstar swimmer Michael Phelps picked up his first individual gold medal of the London Olympic Games, four dozen 3- and 4-year-olds received gold medals on the Grove stage during the first-ever Willie Price Olympic Games. Coordinated by the Willie Price Lab School at the University of Mississippi,Read the story …
WMC-TV: Child misbehaving? Play Therapy could help identify the problem
August 2, 2012 by
If a child in your life has behavioral problems, they may be trying to tell you something they just cannot put into words. A new program at the University of Mississippi in Oxford may be just what the doctored ordered. Read the story.
WMC-TV: Ole Miss scientists help to discover ‘God Particle’
August 2, 2012 by
Scientists at Ole Miss are working to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Read the story.
Engineers Without Borders local chapter travels to Togo
August 1, 2012 by
University of Mississippi students and faculty members are journeying to a remote village in southeast Togo to determine how they can best help to improve the quality of life for natives there. The Ole Miss chapter of Engineers Without Borders received approval from EWB-USA to make an official assessment trip to the African country Aug.Read the story …
Disadvantaged students get a ‘boo(s)t’ at engineering camp
August 1, 2012 by
In a perfect world, all first-year students would come to campus equally equipped for a rigorous collegiate experience. The reality is that, often, even the brightest students may not have acquired all the tools essential for success in their academic pursuits. But some of these students, who have been admitted to the University of Mississippi’sRead the story …
New chairs bring their expertise, vision to civil, electrical engineering departments
August 1, 2012 by
The departments of Civil and Electrical Engineering at the University of Mississippi are under new management. Yacoub “Jacob” Najjar is chair and professor of civil engineering. Ramanarayanan “Vish” Viswanathan is chair and professor of electrical engineering. Along with decades of administrative expertise and academic vision, both men bring excitement and anticipation to their respective positions.Read the story …
Chemistry Professor Named Outstanding Teacher of the Year
August 1, 2012 by
OXFORD, Miss. – When teaching complicated chemistry concepts, it takes talent to engage students in the classroom. “I work hard to convince students that the molecular basis of life is a really compelling subject,” said Susan Pedigo, associate professor of chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Mississippi. Pedigo undoubtedly has a talent for teaching.Read the story …
Oxford Eagle: Music comes back to life at the International Clarinet Association
August 1, 2012 by
Contemporary musicians often perform works from others long gone or from the other side of the world. The chances of finding a challenging work in your own backyard are slim, but University of Mississippi music professor Michael Rowlett found a piece of luck when he connected with UM music department retiree Gene Saucier. Rowlett willRead the story …