OXFORD, Miss. – “The development of reading proficiency is a public health issue.” That was the message shared by renowned researcher Nadine Gaab during a daylong conference on early childhood literacy hosted Saturday (Sept. 23) by the University of Mississippi. Gaab, associate professor of education at the Harvard University Graduate School of Education, delivered theRead the story …
Professionals Make Case for Early Literacy at Conference
Keynote speakers promoted science, structure of reading during Saturday event
September 26, 2023 by
University Scores with Addition of Pickleball to Campus
UM opens new courts and offers classes featuring fast-growing recreational sport
September 22, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is serving up one of the country’s fastest-growing sports to students by building several pickleball courts and incorporating the sport into the recreation curriculum. The university replaced three tennis courts behind the Turner Center with eight new pickleball courts. Ole Miss students, faculty and staff are already takingRead the story …
University Hosting Early Literacy Conference
Renowned keynote speakers, panel discussion set for Sept. 23 event at Oxford Conference Center
September 13, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will host a daylong conference on early childhood literacy, where renowned experts are to discuss the latest research and strategies to foster reading skills in young children. The Understanding Early Literacy conference begins at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 23 at the Oxford Conference Center. The event is free toRead the story …
UM Launching Nation’s First Center for Narrative Intelligence
AI-driven processes to aid in national security, identifying misinformation and more
August 21, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning has approved the creation of a new National Center for Narrative Intelligence at the University of Mississippi, the first of its kind in the country. Narrative intelligence – a human and artificial intelligence-driven process that analyzes large amounts of data to derive meaning, trends and outcomesRead the story …
HESRM Professor Chosen Gillespie Distinguished Scholar
Allison Ford-Wade recognized for mental health work and STEM outreach to local teens
August 11, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Allison Ford-Wade, a University of Mississippi professor and interim chair of health, exercise science and recreation management, is the 2023 recipient of the Gillespie Distinguished Scholar Award. Ford-Wade is recognized for her role in initiatives such as Mental Health First Aid and Project SCORE, or Student-Centered Outcomes Research Experience. The award honorsRead the story …
A Quick Guide to 2023 Commencement
Alumna and CEO of award-winning construction company to give address
May 5, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – More than 5,000 prospective graduates will gather in Oxford with their friends and family to attend the University of Mississippi‘s 170th Commencement ceremonies from May 10 to 14. Morning Convocation will be held Saturday (May 13) at 8 a.m. in the Grove. The program is a campuswide celebration of graduation that includesRead the story …
Alumnus Builds Scholarship in Parents’ Names
Assistance directed to transfer students majoring in communication sciences and disorders
April 14, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Tommie L. Robinson Jr., a University of Mississippi alumnus who graduated with undergraduate and master’s degrees in communication sciences and disorders, is helping fund a scholarship in his parents’ names for students transferring to Ole Miss from Coahoma Community College. Robinson is chief of the Division of Hearing and Speech and directorRead the story …
Students Take Lead on International Crisis in ‘Days of Intrigue’
Participants also network with intelligence analysts, security experts during simulation event
April 3, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Seventy University of Mississippi students navigated the complex world of intelligence, policymaking and a possible trigger of NATO’s Article 5 obligation over the weekend as part of the Center for Intelligence and Security Studies‘ annual “Days of Intrigue” exercise. During the event, students network with intelligence community specialists who offer career adviceRead the story …
‘Below the Belt’ Documentary to Screen on Campus
Film and March 28 panel discussion aim to educate public about endometriosis
March 17, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Gender equity in women’s health will take center stage through a March 28 documentary screening and panel discussion at the University of Mississippi. “Below the Belt,” a new PBS documentary that tells the stories of four women searching for answers to mysterious symptoms, will be shown at 6:30 p.m. in the GertrudeRead the story …
Fulbright Scholar Joins School of Applied Sciences
Al Juboori offers students insights into using data analytics in public health sector
January 4, 2023 by
OXFORD, Miss – Ruaa Al Juboori has joined the University of Mississippi faculty with a goal of highlighting the impact data analytics can have in the public health field. Al Juboori, an assistant professor of public health and data analytics statistician with the university’s Institute of Child Nutrition, will teach biostatistics and global health classes.Read the story …