Matthew Brown enrolled at the University of Mississippi both to carry on a family tradition and to play sports at an SEC university. Both his parents graduated from the university, so when he was presented an opportunity to join the football team, he quickly accepted the chance to live out a lifelong dream. However, BrownRead the story …
Matt Brown Shines on Field, in Classroom
Determined student-athlete is also exceptional chemical engineering major
May 31, 2016 by
Harris Happily Heads Engineering School at Prairie View
UM mechanical engineering alumnus is dean and professor
May 31, 2016 by
The difference between a career and a job is that the former is something you find a privilege to serve in and the latter is often a duty you endure to pay the bills. Kendall Harris definitely has a career. “To be totally honest, I enjoy my career,” said the University of Mississippi alumnus, whoRead the story …
Crawford Crowned a Queen of Engineering
Alumna's successes at Lockheed Martin earn her a second Black Engineer of the Year Award
April 26, 2016 by
Tamara Crawford knows she’s been blessed. So when she entered her 13th year of employment at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, the University of Mississippi mechanical engineering alumna wasn’t the least bit superstitious about her steady stream of career achievements coming to some unfortunate end. Crawford’s confidence, creativity, leadership and endurance were recently rewarded when she was honoredRead the story …
Henry Brevard Receives Engineer of Service Award
Longtime benefactor recognized for generosity, philanthropy
April 26, 2016 by
For the past 25 years, Henry Brevard has been a pillar of support to the School of Engineering at the University of Mississippi. Fittingly, the chairman of the board of B&B Concrete Co. Inc. was recently presented the school’s Engineer of Service Award for the longevity of his efforts. In 1991, he made an initialRead the story …
Farhad Farzbod Joins Mechanical Engineering Faculty
Newest professor brings creativity, energy to students and colleagues
April 26, 2016 by
As technological advances continue, the imaginary line between fiction and reality is being erased. And that’s one of the reasons Farhad Farzbod is an assistant professor at the University of Mississippi. “I looked for academic opportunities in the South and I found Ole Miss,” said Farzbod, who joined the Department of Mechanical Engineering faculty lastRead the story …
UM Engineering Computes for Tuan Ta
Senior CIS major becomes academic and research success
April 26, 2016 by
As a secondary school student, Tuan Ta sought admission to a research university and financial support to pursue an education in the United States. He found both opportunities through the University of Mississippi School of Engineering. A graduate of Hanoi-Amsterdam High School, the Vietnamese native first learned of the university through the U.S. News andRead the story …
Adam Jones Joins Computer Science Faculty
Newest professor brings energy, creativity to department and students
March 30, 2016 by
As technological advances continue, the imaginary line between fiction and reality is being erased. And that’s one of the reasons Adam Jones is an assistant professor at the University of Mississippi. “Why I came here is an interesting story,” said Jones, who joined the Department of Computer and Information Sciences faculty in August. “When IRead the story …
John Ward Named 2016 Engineer of Distinction
Engineering alumnus recognized for stellar career, contributions to school
March 30, 2016 by
Thirty-six years ago, John Ward received his Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Mississippi. On April 14, the successful alumnus returns to his alma mater to receive the 2016 Engineer of Distinction Award. “This is quite an honor and one that I am truly humbled by,” said Ward, president and CEO of Hatteras/CaboRead the story …
Earl Fyke Finds, Shares Fortunes
Electrical engineering alumnus is successful cardiologist, gives back to alma mater
March 30, 2016 by
Dr. Frazier Earl Fyke III truly believes it is better to give than to receive. As a long-standing member of the Woods Order, the electrical engineering graduate contributes regularly and generously to the University of Mississippi School of Engineering. A staff cardiologist at Baptist Heart in Jackson, Fyke readily acknowledges his alma mater laid theRead the story …
James Robinson Discovers His Passion through UM Engineering
Senior demonstrates leadership in research and teaching, eyes medical school
March 30, 2016 by
Leadership and professional development have been the cornerstone of James Robinson’s experiences at the University of Mississippi. The Covington, Louisiana, native has taken full advantage of the numerous opportunities provided through the School of Engineering to develop skills pertinent to his future career both in and out of the classroom. The senior general engineering majorRead the story …