Over the past five years, the University of Mississippi School of Engineering‘s undergraduate population has doubled from roughly 700 to more than 1,400 students. While a significant number of those come from Mississippi, many others come from long distances to pursue engineering education here. Two such students are David Thomas of Brooklyn, New York, and RichardRead the story …
Engineering’s ‘O’Reilly Factor’
Auburn alumnus Andy O'Reilly joins faculty in geology and geological engineering
November 21, 2014 by
Andrew “Andy” O’Reilly may not have attended the University of Mississippi, but the new assistant professor of geology and geological engineering is more than pleased to be part of the UM faculty. “Ole Miss has a growing, respected ABET-accredited program in geological engineering that allows me to combine my broad engineering/design skills from my civil engineering backgroundRead the story …
CE Alumnus Manages Jackson’s Department of Public Works
Charles E. Williams Jr. credits Ole Miss foundation with his impressive career success
November 21, 2014 by
As a solid infrastructure is essential for a populated area’s establishment, growth and survival, so was Charles E. Williams Jr.’s education at the University of Mississippi School of Engineering vital to his successful academic endeavors and professional career. “I appreciate Dr. (Waheed) Uddin giving me the foundation during my understudies at UM that has helped me beRead the story …
UM Alumnus Discusses Intelligent Transportation System
MDOT engineer Acey Roberts emerges as leader with innovative safety technology
November 21, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi civil engineering alumnus Thursday (Oct. 30) shared details of an internationally recognized intelligent transportation system he helped design with others in the traffic control industry. Acey Roberts, intelligent transportation systems engineer with the Mississippi Department of Transportation, moderated and presented during the daylong active traffic management workshop atRead the story …