No one foresaw the 2011 earthquake that shook Washington, D.C., but better maps of the structural geological history of the area will help seismologists understand the potential risks. Researchers and graduate students from the University of Mississippi’s Mississippi Mineral Resources Institute recently spent two weeks in the nation’s capital studying the Adams Mill fault to determine ifRead the story …
Influential Life of Henry Brevard Celebrated
Engineering school colleagues fondly recall alumnus's continuing impact
March 30, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The recent passing of Henry C. Brevard at the age of 98 marked the end of the distinguished and productive life of one of the University of Mississippi School of Engineering’s most celebrated and generous alumni. Thus far, more than 600 students since the 1991-92 school year have been able to pursueRead the story …
Message from the Dean
March 30, 2020 by
Dear Ole Miss Engineering community, Coronavirus, COVID-19, unprecedented times, uncharted territory, pandemic, social distancing, flatten the curve, course conversion, Zoom meetings … These words and phrases are now forever ingrained in our vocabulary. The recent, widespread disruptions, and those yet to occur, have undoubtedly affected our lives, and perhaps done so permanently. As engineers andRead the story …
General Engineering Major Also Happens to Be Ole Miss’ Quarterback
John Rhys Plumlee in running for SEC Freshman of the Year
November 22, 2019 by
The School of Engineering can claim dual-threat Ole Miss Rebels quarterback John Rhys Plumlee as one of its own. The freshman from Hattiesburg is pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering degree. In seven starts and one relief appearance as of Nov. 17, Plumlee had rushed for 789 yards and 11 touchdowns. He ran for 212 yardsRead the story …
Still Going Strong after 50 Years of Employment
As longest-serving employee ever, Kathy Tidwell rises through ranks during a half-century at Ole Miss
May 20, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Kathy Tidwell started working at the University of Mississippi a few months before man first walked on the moon. This year marks Tidwell’s 50th year at Ole Miss, making her the longest-serving employee in university history. She officially started in January 1969, and while she could have retired many years ago, theRead the story …
Two Students’ Work among Best at National Journalism Competition
Madison Scarpino, Ariel Cobbert win Mark of Excellence awards from Society of Professional Journalists
May 16, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A student and a recent graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Journalism and New Media were recognized nationally for their 2018 work by the Society of Professional Journalists. Madison Scarpino, a junior broadcast journalism student from Tampa, Florida, won her award in the television breaking news category. Scarpino’s entry wasRead the story …
Students Experience Study Abroad Trip to Paris
Nineteenth-century French art and civilization focus of two-week excursion
April 26, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi students and two faculty members experienced a dream trip in January, traveling on a winter intersession study abroad trip to Paris for two weeks to learn about 19th-century French art and civilization. The students earned up to three credit hours of art history or French language toward their degrees.Read the story …
Simplifying the Passport Process
UM becomes an official passport acceptance facility
March 21, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Getting a passport can be a long process, but the University of Mississippi can help simplify it. As of Jan. 2, the Study Abroad Office is an official passport center, offering a one-stop shop for students, faculty and staff. Sophomore marketing major Robynn Patterson, who plans to study abroad in Sydney, Australia,Read the story …
History Professor Lands Humanities Fellowship
Lindgren-Gibson first Ole Miss historian to receive honor from the University of Rochester
March 8, 2019 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Alexandra Lindgren-Gibson, an assistant professor of history at the University of Mississippi, has been awarded a research fellowship from the University of Rochester, which funds a year of workshops, programs, research and biweekly Humanities Center seminars. Lindgren-Gibson said she was absolutely delighted when she found out she received this fellowship. “It’s an honor toRead the story …