Alexander Yakovlev Presented Outstanding Faculty Award

Electrical engineering professor recognized for excellence in teaching, research and service

For the past two years, Alexander Yakovlev has been recognized for his efforts at the University of Mississippi. First, it was the 2017 Senior Faculty Research Award. Next came the 2018 Faculty Teaching Award. Earlier this year, the electrical engineering professor received his latest recognition – the Outstanding Faculty Award. Yakovlev richly deserves the recognition,Read the story …

Larry Stokes Finds His Research Stroke

Biomedical engineering major was a recent summer intern at Georgia Tech

Nothing is quite as satisfying as discovering one’s purpose in life. Larry Stokes found his niche while engaging in undergraduate research projects both on the University of Mississippi campus and through programs at other institutions. A highlight of the junior biomedical engineering major’s experience was participating in a summer research program at Georgia Tech. TheRead the story …

Mechanical Engineering Alumna Elevates with ThyssenKrupp

Mary-Sada Foster furthers education, advances career

After Mary-Sada Scott Foster (BSME 07) switched her major from math education to mechanical engineering, the University of Mississippi alumna stacked up achievements that continue today. The Southaven native became vice president of the Engineering Student Body, developed a tutoring program for underclassmen in calculus and physics, and served on the student committees of theRead the story …

School of Engineering Launches VIP Program during Career Fair

Goal is making sure students are ready for the career of their choosing

In conjunction with the fall 2019 Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology Day, the School of Engineering set up a new VIP program to recognize acts of career preparation – everything from attending a resume-building workshop to interview practice. Over 50 people completed at least five of the tasks, earning the right to wear a VIP ribbonRead the story …