OXFORD, Miss. – Concussions and other head injuries, including those suffered by football players and military personnel in combat, have attracted widespread attention in recent years. To help address these problems, the University of Mississippi’s School of Education has launched a new Ph.D. program with a neuroscience component. One of only three programs of itsRead the story …
New UM Doctoral Program Aims to Help Recovery from Brain Injuries
Special education Ph.D. with neuroscience component among only three of its kind in country
October 30, 2013 by
Student Affairs Hosting Tie-Dye Dash this Weekend
5-K race/walk to raise funds for breast cancer research
October 17, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Walkers and runners of all ages are urged to participate in a fundraiser scheduled for Oct. 27 at the University of Mississippi. The Tie-Dye Dash begins at 4 p.m. in the Grove. Sponsored by UM’s Division of Student Affairs, the goal is to have 400 people run or walk through the campus.Read the story …
Opportunities for Future Journalists
Initiative to increase Jere Hoar Scholarships, matching gift offered
September 16, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. — Honors students in one of the leading academic programs at the University of Mississippi no longer have the opportunity to enroll in a class led by the famed and now retired Jere Hoar — but they may have the opportunity to be at Ole Miss due to the journalism professor’s legacy. InspiredRead the story …
Brown Bag Program to Examine Folklorist’s Collection
Goldstein materials formed basis of UM Blues Archive
September 12, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Musical performances and a look at rare printed pieces related to music history are among the highlights of a brown bag lecture set for Thursday (Sept. 12) at the University of Mississippi’s Department of Archives and Special Collections. Greg Johnson, the university’s blues curator and associate professor, will take participants through theRead the story …
Speakers, Workshops Highlight Summit for At-Risk Students
UM professor and author Ken Sufka offers tips on helping students beat the odds to excel
August 16, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Motivated to help at-risk college students succeed in attaining their educational goals, more than 100 faculty and staff from Mississippi’s higher education institutions gathered Wednesday (Aug. 14) at the University of Mississippi for a day of inspiration and empowerment. The At-Risk Summit: Student Success and Persistence was held at UM’s Jackson AvenueRead the story …
UM Student Lands Summer Internship at the Library of Congress
Madison native appointed Library of Congress Junior Fellow
July 23, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Working as an intern at the Library of Congress is a “pretty cool summer” job, according to University of Mississippi senior Andrew Joseph McNulty. While many linguists would consider McNulty’s statement an oxymoron, the Madison native doesn’t because he’s still excited to have been among 41 college students selected to participate inRead the story …
UM Named ‘Great College to Work For’ Fifth Year in a Row
Chronicle of Higher Education recognition again honors campus as a regional, national leader
July 22, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For the fifth consecutive year, The Chronicle of Higher Education has named the University of Mississippi as one of its “Great Colleges to Work For,” putting the institution in elite company. “This outstanding recognition for the University of Mississippi reflects on the many faculty, staff and administrators who dedicate tremendous expertise andRead the story …
Classics Majors Get Hands-on with Summer Programs in Greece, Italy
UM encourages students to study abroad through partnerships with other universities
July 18, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – For classics majors at the University of Mississippi, summer is a time to gain insights and boost their educational experience by working in the field. “The Department of Classics is fortunate to have resources expressly designed to support student study abroad experiences,” said Aileen Ajootian, UM professor of classics and art and chairRead the story …
Weixing Chen Named New Chair of Public Policy Leadership
International lecturer and author sets high goals for UM program to become nationally prominent
July 7, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Weixing “Mark” Chen joins the faculty of the University of Mississippi this fall as the new chair of the Department of Public Policy Leadership. He brings to the department experience with university administration, establishing international partnerships and educational programs, and his teaching and research specializations in public policy, international relations and ChineseRead the story …
New attorney hired to complement University Attorney’s Office
Perry Sansing brings 30 years of legal experience
July 2, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Perry Sansing, former assistant to the president and university counsel at Mississippi University for Women, is the new associate general counsel at the University of Mississippi. He also will serve as the chancellor’s special assistant for governmental affairs. “The opportunity to work as an attorney and in government relations –and to do soRead the story …