OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Department of Social Work begins its new Ph.D. program in social welfare this fall, and prospective students are encouraged to apply before the March 1 deadline. Housed within the university’s School of Applied Sciences, the social work department has experienced tremendous growth since 2013. In four years, the departmentRead the story …
UM Launches Doctoral Program in Social Welfare
Curriculum will train students to become scholars and advanced applied practitioners
February 9, 2017 by
UM Develops Doctoral Program in Nutrition and Hospitality Management
New track will enroll first students in fall semester
January 28, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi has been approved to start a Doctor of Philosophy program in the Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management that will offer concentrations in general nutrition, nutrition policy, sport nutrition and hospitality management. Housed within the School of Applied Sciences, NHM has more than 500 students pursuing both undergraduate and graduateRead the story …
UM Nutrition Program Helping Create Children’s Area for Double Decker
Department to educate families on importance of healthy living at 20th annual arts festival
April 23, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Children attending the 20th annual Double Decker Arts Festival in Oxford this year will have their own area of fun hosted by University of Mississippi’s Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management. As a part of the festival’s Square Fair, set for April 25, the children’s area will be in the Lafayette County Chancery Courthouse parking lot.Read the story …
Texas Parents Support Nutrition and Hospitality Management Program
Strong Travel Services Endowment created for UM department's long-term needs
April 8, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A $25,000 gift to the Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management at the University of Mississippi will provide longtime support for facility upgrades, thanks to Jim and Kay Strong of Dallas. The couple has created an endowment named for their family business, Strong Travel Services. A respected leader in the luxury travel industry, Strong TravelRead the story …
NFSMI Director Accepts Presidential Appointment
Katie Wilson takes role with USDA
March 30, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Katie Wilson, executive director of the National Food Service Management Institute at the University of Mississippi, has been appointed by President Barack Obama as deputy undersecretary of food, nutrition and consumer services at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The role includes a variety of responsibilities, including oversight over the development of dietary guidelines andRead the story …
Eighth Annual Applied Sciences Career Fair Set
Feb. 25 event brings a number of career opportunities to students
February 18, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Most than 30 potential employers are set to be on hand for the University of Mississippi’s School of Applied Sciences annual career fair, coming up Feb. 25 at the Inn at Ole Miss. “This is the most vendors we’ve had since the first fair in 2008,” said Teri Gray, coordinator of the AppliedRead the story …
Nutrition Clinic Begins Weight Management Classes in January
Classes open to the public and include weekly group meetings, cooking demos and one-on-one consults
January 2, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Janie Cole, registered dietitian and adjunct professor in the Department of Nutrition and Hospitality Management at the University of Mississippi, leads a group of six through an Oxford grocery store. She hands out a “Grocery Store Shopping“ guide that provides tips such as “Plan ahead and make a list” and “Don’t be on your phone whileRead the story …
UM Nutrition Expert Shares Healthy Snack Tips for Children
Good nutrition principles are fundamental for proper diet
October 8, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Combating the state’s obesity epidemic starts with teaching our children the principles of healthy eating, which is the focus of Laurel Lambert, associate professor of nutrition and hospitality management at the University of Mississippi. While Lambert’s past experiences as a registered dietitian include medical nutrition therapy and institutional food services, her research focus isRead the story …
School of Applied Sciences Welcomes New Faculty to HESRM
September 26, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi’s Department of Health, Exercise Science and Recreational Management has welcomed four new faculty members for the 2014-2015 academic year. The new professors, many of whom arrived on campus this fall, are considered among the best young scholars in their respective fields. The new faculty members are Yang-Chieh Fu,Read the story …
New Fund Created for UM Speech Therapy Program
Oxford mother focuses on building support to help others
August 27, 2014 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Communication therapy has been an important focus for Rheagan Vaughn ever since her son Swayze was diagnosed with autism. For many children with the disorder, communication impairments can be an obstacle. “We’ve been blessed that Swayze is on the high-functioning end of the spectrum,” said Vaughn, of Oxford. “But there are parentsRead the story …