Alex Cheng Named Dean of School of Engineering

Alex Cheng OXFORD, Miss. – Alexander H. D. “Alex” Cheng has been named dean of the School of Engineering at the University of Mississippi. Cheng, chair and professor of civil engineering, joined the UM faculty in 2001 after having taught at the University of Delaware, Columbia University and Cornell University. He replaces Kai Fong Lee,Read the story …

Newsman Bob Schieffer Challenges Graduates to Remain Committed to ‘America’s Strength’

UM marks 156th commencement, last for Chancellor Khayat The 156th commencement ceremony at the University of Mississippi was moved to Tad Smith Coliseum because of heavy rains in the area Saturday morning. UM photo by Nathan Latil. OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s place in history is not defined by the events of fallRead the story …

2009 Commencement Schedule

Due to rain, all outdoor commencement ceremonies will be held indoors at previously announced rain locations. New times and locations follow. 11 a.m. School of Engineering, Fulton Chapel 1:30 p.m. School of Law, Ford Center for the Performing Arts  2:30 p.m. School of Education, Indoor Practice Facility

NSF Environmental Engineering Program Director Named UM Engineer of Distinction

OXFORD, Miss. – Clark C.K. Liu, Environmental Engineering Program director for the National Science Foundation, has been named the 2009 Engineer of Distinction by the University of Mississippi. The title is bestowed annually on an engineer associated with the UM School of Engineering who is truly exceptional. Past winners include Exxon Mobil executives and NASARead the story …