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Evaluation Of Seizure Recognition And First Aid Training Course And Improving Self-Efficacy Related To Medical Emergencies In Mississippi, Anna Katherine Herrington, Collin Earl Wayne Crawson, Daniel Robert Zuckerman

Honors Theses

Within recent years, there has been increased attention to the growing physician shortage across the United States. This shortage has placed substantial strain upon regions of lower healthcare access, particularly those of rural regions such as much of the state of Mississippi. As rural healthcare providers are placed under more strenuous conditions, they encounter issues of increased patient volume, lack of a trauma team, or adequate transportation to higher-level care facilities. These issues may exacerbate the present inequities in cost of living, access to adequate healthcare, and the distress caused by these concerns. Individuals with epilepsy are one cohort with …

Donors Seek To Help Restore Integrity Of News Media, Bill Dabney

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – A desire to improve the U.S. media environment while helping consumers better discern truth and accuracy in news reporting has led a former University of Mississippi faculty couple to make a $4 million gift to the UM School of Journalism and New Media.

Examining Confidence In Scientific Literacy Amongst General Biology And General Chemistry Students, Amy Sullivan

Honors Theses

Scientific literacy is a term used to describe a person’s ability to understand scientific concepts, read and write those concepts, and link those concepts to situations outside of the classroom in order to make informed decisions in their daily lives. This research paper details a study observing how scientific literacy confidence varies among general biology and chemistry students at the University of Mississippi. The goal of this research is to determine if students in general biology and chemistry classes will have similar self-reported confidence in their science literacy. This research took place at the University of Mississippi amongst Biology 160/161 …

Cool Beans, Liv Wuertz

Undergraduate B.F.A. Theses in Studio Art

No abstract provided.

Inaugural 24-Hour Hackathon Event Challenges Um Students, Erin Garrett

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi students put their programming and problem-solving skills to the test April 6-7 during Hack Beta, the institution’s first 24-hour hackathon.

Students Partner With Nonprofit To Create National Event, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is partnering with Listen First Project this month to host and promote the seventh annual National Week of Conversation, an event that aims to give citizens tools to close the gap in a polarized American society through civic discussion.

Journalism School Honors Tim Kalich, Mackenzie Ross

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Journalism and New Media honored Tim Kalich, editor and publisher of The Greenwood Commonwealth, on Wednesday with its highest award for journalism.

Issue 440: April 4-14, 2023, The Local Voice

The Local Voice

No abstract provided.

April 4, 2024, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

No abstract provided.

Southern Register. 2024.2 (Spring/Summer 2024), University Of Mississippi. Center For The Study Of Southern Culture

Southern Register

No abstract provided.

Edrs 701, Rick Balkin Ph.D., Lpc, Ncc

GMAS Course Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Edrs 705, Rick Balkin Ph.D., Lpc, Ncc

GMAS Course Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Mktg 665, Barry J. Babin

GMAS Course Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Phys 727: Advanced Thermodynamics/Statistical Mechanics, Kevin Beach

GMAS Course Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Pol 551: Empirical Political Analysis, Julie Wronski

GMAS Course Syllabi

No abstract provided.

March 28, 2024, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

No abstract provided.

Military Friendly Ranks Um Among Top 10 Schools In The Nation, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The Military Friendly Advisory Council has named the University of Mississippi among the top 10 schools in the nation for military preparedness, an all-time high for Mississippi's flagship university.

Supporting Students’ Mental Health, Liz Norell

Events

Survey data from the 2021 Healthy Minds survey of UM students makes the challenges around student mental health clear. For example, the survey revealed that nearly half (46%) of responding students met the DSM definition of having moderate or severe depression. More than half of students (52%) in that survey said that mental health challenges in the preceding four weeks had hurt their academic performance on three or more days of the week. In this workshop, we will review the results of that survey to establish the scope of mental health challenges in our student population. We’ll then discuss ways …

Scholarship Endowment To Boost Risk Management And Insurance Program, Tina H. Hahn

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Longtime insurance agency owner William Glass and his wife, Meg, are working to ensure University of Mississippi students majoring in risk management and insurance have the resources to succeed.

Issue 439: March 21-April 4, 2024, The Local Voice

The Local Voice

No abstract provided.

March 21, 2024, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

No abstract provided.

Supporting Neurodivergent Students With Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, And Dyspraxia, Liz Norell

Events

In this follow-up to last fall’s workshop on supporting neurodivergent students, we will turn our attention to four additional neurodivergent types: dyslexia (challenges interpreting text), dyscalculia (challenges working with numbers), dysgraphia (challenges writing text), and dyspraxia (challenges with physical coordination). We will describe each of these neurodivergent types, discuss what each might look like in the classroom, and explore potential accommodations and strategies to promote student success. Lunch from Grit. (Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 12:00-1:00 p.m., Johnson Commons East Ballroom)

Archives To Digitize Audiovisual Holdings For Worldwide Accessibility, Benita Whitehorn

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Audiovisual holdings in the University of Mississippi's Department of Archives and Special Collections will be modernized and gain audiences worldwide through a new digitization project.

Auditing Standards Board (Asb), Meeting Agenda, March 13, 2024, American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants. Auditing Standards Board

Association Sections, Divisions, Boards, Teams

No abstract provided.

March 7, 2024, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

No abstract provided.

Panel Session. View From The Top: Leadership Lessons And Journeys, Nancy Maria Balach, Kathie Stromile Golden, Mary Graham, Regina Young Hyatt, Nora Miller

WHEMN Conference

View from the Top: Leadership Lessons & Journeys panel session features accomplished women administrators from Mississippi universities and community colleges. The session includes a moderated discussion about their own professional leadership journeys; lessons they have learned and how that translates into practical advice for other women; and how they are contributing to the next generation of leaders.

• Nancy Maria Balach, chair and professor, Music, The University of Mississippi
• Kathie Stromile Golden, provost and sr. vice president, Academic Affairs, Mississippi Valley State University
• Mary Graham, president, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
• Regina Young Hyatt, vice president, Student …

Panel Session. The Balancing Act: Sustaining Yourself And Your Profession, Mary Collins, Santee Ezell, Kashanta Jackson, Jazmine Kelley, Lynn Wilkins

WHEMN Conference

The Balancing Act: Sustaining Yourself and Your Profession panel session features a group of seasoned professionals to help us navigate the important topics of wellness and work-life balance. The session includes a moderated discussion about their own work in this area; lessons they have learned and how that translates into practical advice for other women; and how they are contributing to the next generation of leaders.

• Mary Collins, assistant professor, University of Southern Mississippi
• Santee Ezell, director, Health Promotion and Wellness, Mississippi State University
• Kashanta Jackson, director, Health and Counseling Services, Delta State University
• Jazmine Kelley, …

Closing Keynote. The Power Of Your Voice And Your Seat, Natashia Gregoire

WHEMN Conference

Natashia Gregoire is a communications and marketing executive who has provided strategic communications leadership for some of the world s most recognized brands. Natashia currently oversees internal communications for all of Amazon's Operations Businesses in the Americas, supporting an employee base of more than 1 million. At Amazon, Natashia also leads global internal communications for key operations functions such as Robotics, Engineering, Real Estate and Procurement. Prior to joining Amazon, Natashia spent 10 years in various communications leadership roles at FedEx, leading programs that boosted the FedEx culture and reputation. She worked alongside the company's most senior leaders to implement …

Chancellor Boyce Message Thanking Faculty And Staff, Glenn Boyce

University of Mississippi News

Today is National Employee Appreciation Day, a perfect opportunity to recognize your invaluable contributions to our university and to celebrate how you are the foundation of our outstanding workplace culture. As members of the Senior Leadership Group, we are deeply grateful for everything you do to make this an exceptional place to work, learn, and serve our students, our state, and the world.

Imc Connect! Offers Industry Insights, Career Preparation Tips, Carleigh Holt Harbin

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Several of the nation's top communications professionals will share insights and offer advice to students later this month at the third IMC Connect! conference at the University of Mississippi.