OXFORD, Miss. – Following social distancing protocol is critical to slowing the spread of coronavirus, but being isolated from colleagues, friends and family, especially over long periods of time, can profoundly affect emotional well-being and overall mental health. Brian Droubay, assistant professor of social work at the University of Mississippi, is an experienced psychotherapist inRead the story …
Managing Mental Health During the Public Health Crisis
UM social work faculty offer insights on staying emotionally well through social isolation
April 3, 2020 by
University Counseling Center Offers Online Sessions for Clients
UCC transitions to telemental health services in wake of pandemic
April 2, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The need for mental health services only grows during times of global crisis and mandatory quarantines, so the University of Mississippi Counseling Center has transitioned to online video sessions to continue helping clients in the safest possible way. Earlier this month, UM announced that all courses would be delivered online or via other remoteRead the story …
Online Campaign Launched to Help UM Community Amid COVID-19
New Ignite campaign will assist University Health Services, Ole Miss Food Bank and others
April 1, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Hundreds of alumni and friends have reached out to help members of the University of Mississippi community amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which has resulted in students returning to their homes to promote social distancing and courses transitioning to online delivery for the duration of the semester and summer. They’re helping via aRead the story …
Staying Positive During a Pandemic
UM psychology and disaster studies professor charts a course through the turmoil
March 31, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With alarming statistics and bad news about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic dominating network news, social media and even advertising, many people might struggle to maintain a positive outlook. But it is possible to cope and maintain a sense of hope, a University of Mississippi psychologist advises. Stefan Schulenberg, a professor in theRead the story …
Keep Teaching: 7 Tips for Converting to Online Instruction
As UM faculty move to virtual classrooms, e-learning veterans share their best tips and tricks
March 26, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – As everyone adjusts to a new normal while trying to stay safe in the midst of COVID-19, University of Mississippi faculty are going above and beyond to provide uninterrupted coursework, but in an online format to keep students engaged and, above all, safe. “I am pleased that our semester is back underwayRead the story …
Creative Eating During Social Isolation, or ‘I Didn’t Know I Had That’
March 26, 2020 by
So, you are doing the right thing and staying home to socially isolate yourself, which means frequent trips to the grocery store or eating in restaurants are out for the foreseeable future. Probably one of the most compelling questions in your thoughts – or out of your kid’s mouths – is, “What is there toRead the story …
Finding Recreation Within Isolation
UM expert suggests fun outdoor activities for coping with COVID-19 crisis
March 25, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Pandemic precautions have closed most public venues, but a University of Mississippi recreation expert says there’s still plenty of outdoor fun for people to enjoy while also remaining safe under the global health guidelines and local municipal regulations. “This is a wonderful time to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors,” saidRead the story …
Maintaining Progress for Children with Learning, Language Disorders
UM Communication Sciences and Disorders faculty offer resources for families sheltering in place
March 25, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – With millions of families adjusting to a “new normal” at home with children out of school, those children with language or learning disorders are disproportionately affected by the disruption to their daily routines. Faculty members in the University of Mississippi‘s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders provide intensive language therapy for young children withRead the story …
Preventing Panic in Preschoolers
UM psychologist offers tips on talking to small children about COVID-19
March 24, 2020 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Many children may be confused and frightened about the COVID-19 pandemic, but parents can do a lot to help children cope and stay safe during the outbreak, a University of Mississippi psychology professor advises. Stephanie Miller is also director of experimental training in the Department of Psychology and research director of theRead the story …
UM Online Learning: 9 Tips to Make Transition Easier
March 24, 2020 by
With the online classroom officially getting started this week, here are nine helpful tips to make the transition a little easier. TIP No. 1 | Create a morning routine It’s important to get your day started off in the right direction. Even though you won’t have to go lock down a parking spot on campus, goRead the story …