OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi faculty and graduate students will share their research on race and ethnicity in a Feb. 27 forum. This event begins with breakfast at 8:30 a.m., and the first panel will begin at 9 a.m. in the Butler Auditorium of the Triplett Alumni Center. The goal of the forum isRead the story …
Forum Examines Issues of Race and Ethnicity
Interdisciplinary Feb. 27 event to facilitate discussion among faculty, graduate students
February 16, 2023 by
University’s Quality Enhancement Plan Hones Critical Thinking
'Thinkforward' focuses on helping freshmen and sophomores develop analytical skills
February 8, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A campuswide initiative in the works for several years promises to help boost critical thinking among University of Mississippi students, providing skills they can use throughout their careers. The university’s Quality Enhancement Plan, dubbed “Thinkforward,” aims to improve student learning and success by encouraging freshmen and sophomores to think critically, said JoshRead the story …
Students Learn ‘Real Politics’ in Washington, D.C., Winter Session
UM applied politics course takes participants to nation's capital to see changemakers in action
February 6, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Eleven University of Mississippi students spent their winter break learning about the people who work behind the scenes of the American government in Washington, D.C. Lead by Jonathan Klingler, assistant professor of political science, the students of Pol 391: Applied Politics met not with candidates, but with the people who make candidates’Read the story …
Civil Engineering Professor Receives Most-Cited Paper Award
Amir Mehrara Molan recognized at Transportation Research Board conference
January 30, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Peer recognition is a rewarding experience for anyone, but University of Mississippi researcher Amir Mehrara Molan was elated when an article he co-authored recently received the Most Cited Paper Award at the 102nd Transportation Research Board meeting in the nation’s capital. The International Journal of Transportation Science and Technology presented the civil engineeringRead the story …
Harvard Law Professor to Speak at Law School
Randall Kennedy served as a law clerk for Thurgood Marshall
January 26, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Randall Kennedy, the Michael R. Klein Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, is slated to speak Wednesday (Feb. 1) at the University of Mississippi School of Law. His lecture is titled “The Greatest Lawyer in American Legal History: Thurgood Marshall.” Kennedy clerked for the U.S. Supreme Court justice from 1983 toRead the story …
Entrepreneurship Forum to Provide Practical Business Advice
April 12-13 event includes networking, student pitch competition
January 12, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Bringing together entrepreneurs, economic developers, innovators and future business owners, the eighth annual Mississippi Entrepreneurship Forum is slated for April 12-13 in Hattiesburg. Coordinated by the University of Mississippi‘s Grisham-McLean Institute for Public Service and Community Engagement, the event is designed to educate participants on the entrepreneurial climate and the future ofRead the story …
Communitywide Dinner to Commemorate Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Joyce Ladner to deliver keynote address Jan. 13 in Johnson Commons Ballroom
January 4, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Civil rights activist, author and sociologist Joyce Ladner will deliver the keynote address during a communitywide dinner at the University of Mississippi commemorating the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hosted by the UM Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, the dinner is set for 6:30 p.m.Read the story …
Pharmacy School Hosting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Institute
Annual event to further school diversity efforts
December 19, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy is teaming with the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy to host the national virtual Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Institute in January 2023. Designed to support schools and colleges of pharmacy, the institute returns for the third year to help members further advance diversity, equity,Read the story …
Donations Sought for 25th Annual Books and Bears Program
UM community asked to donate items for Facilities Management employees' children
November 27, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is asking the community to help spread a little joy this holiday season by donating to the 25th annual Books and Bears program. Donations such as toys, books, dolls, bicycles and other children’s play items are being accepted through Dec. 14. All donations will be collected and sortedRead the story …
Campus Recreation Sponsoring Turkey Trot
Annual event to benefit Grove Grocery and Oxford Food Pantry
November 17, 2022 by
OXFORD, Miss. – There is still time for individuals to participate in the University of Mississippi’s seventh annual Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk benefiting local food pantries. The event, sponsored by the Department of Campus Recreation, Division of Outreach and Continuing Education, Staff Council, InkSpot T-shirt shop and High Point Coffee, is set for Thanksgiving morningRead the story …