An educator, administrator and prominent hydroscience and engineering researcher, whose work has brought international attention to the University of Mississippi for more than four decades, has contributed $100,000 to create an endowment encouraging other university professionals in their work.
Alumnus learns sky’s the limit while at Ole Miss
April 27, 2012 by
An alumnus said studying engineering at the University of Mississippi forever altered the course of his life. Head of the aircraft engineering department at Al Ain International Aviation Academy in the United Arab Emirates, Beshara I. Sholy (BSEE 83, MS 86) said he learned to “make his way in this world by not following cookie-cutterRead the story …
Mechanical engineering chair, professor recognized for outstanding teaching
April 27, 2012 by
As chair of UM’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, Arunachalam M. Rajendran has earned the respect of administration and faculty, and his research achievements are known worldwide. But being selected for the school’s monthly Faculty Teaching Award is the most meaningful honor yet for “Dr. Raj,” as he is affectionately called on campus. Dr. Raj’s students speakRead the story …
Brazilian Women’s Soccer Player Enjoys Success as Civil Engineering Major at UM
December 26, 2011 by
Rafaelle Souza understands the importance of setting and attaining goals. From her modest beginnings in her hometown of Salvador, Brazil, the 20-year-old became a major player on her country’s national women’s soccer team, which played in the World Cup championship. But after grueling touring schedules interfered with Souza’s education at the Universidade Do Estado DaRead the story …
Alumnus brings industry knowledge to petroleum geology classroom
May 2, 2011 by
For many graduates, giving back to their alma mater generally involves little more than writing a check or arranging to fund a pledge with a credit card. But UM engineering graduate Walter Guidroz decided to go further, offering his time and professional experiences to better prepare future graduates for the job market. Guidroz, who earnedRead the story …
Student recycling sorter selected as one of best
January 2, 2011 by
A three-member student team from The University of Mississippi was one of the finalists in the 2010 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Student Design Competition. The 2010 competition, “Earth Saver: Autonomous Material Sorter,” required participating teams to design, build and test an autonomous system capable of accurately sorting common recyclable materials into distinct wasteRead the story …
Electrical engineering students prepare robot for competition
December 2, 2010 by
Ole Miss electrical engineering students have been assigned a challenging mission: to create the sensors and components needed for a “search-and-rescue” robot. The students are creating the robot as part of their senior design class, taught by Elliott Hutchcraft, UM associate professor of electrical engineering.
Ambassadors share experiences with prospective students
November 2, 2010 by
A love for science, technology, engineering and math is at the core of the student ambassadors’ mission for the School of Engineering at The University of Mississippi. “The School of Engineering ambassadors are a service-oriented group who provide a great service not only to Ole Miss but also to the youth of the state andRead the story …
ALUMNI IN ACTION – Stephen Edge
November 2, 2010 by
Dear Alumni and Friends, I’d like to tell you about who we are and what we do. The Engineering Advisory Board consists of 25 elected members and three dean’s appointees, most of whom are Ole Miss engineering alumni. Our purpose is to advise and provide support to Dean Cheng and his staff on a varietyRead the story …
Alumni Association to Honor Seven at Homecoming for Achievement, Service
October 19, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Alumni Association honors seven alumni with its highest annual recognition during Homecoming weekend Nov. 5-6.