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Pharmacy Professor Lands Prestigious Grant To Advance Drug Discovery, Natalie Ehrhardt

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – A University of Mississippi pharmacy professor and his team will use $1,157,696 in grant funding to study a group of bacteria that have shown to be a significant resource for potential new medications.

Poet, Essayist Wins Two National Awards For Writing, Teaching, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Two national organizations have recognized University of Mississippi professor Aimee Nezhukumatathil for her work in poetry, writing and environmental education.

Truman Foundation Names Um Junior As Finalist For Prestigious Award, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation has named a University of Mississippi junior as a finalist for this year's Harry S. Truman Scholarships.

Faculty Members Earn National Awards For Civic, Community Engagement, Marvis Herring

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Campus Compact has named two University of Mississippi faculty members as 2025 Impact Award recipients, celebrating them as national leaders for their transformative work supporting the community with university resources.

Five Selected To 2025 Law Alumni Hall Of Fame Class, Scott Thompson

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi School of Law will induct five distinguished attorneys into its Alumni Hall of Fame during a March 29 ceremony as part of Law Alumni Weekend.

Empowering Auditors: A Key To Protecting Investments, Jordan Karnbach

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss – Many investors have wondered at some point whether businesses are doing what they promised with their money, or whether they are just saying one thing and doing another.

New Research Explores Mental Health Costs Of Emotional Labor At Work, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – "Fake it till you make it" might be common advice to climb the corporate ladder, but new University of Mississippi research shows that this attitude could also adversely affect job satisfaction and mental health.

Celebrate Writers And Storytelling At The 31st Book Conference, Rebecca Lauck Cleary

Blog Posts

Go here for full schedule. This spring, the already impressive number of talented writers in Oxford will multiply as more than 20 of the nation's leading and emerging authors, poets, scholars and artists gather for the Oxford Conference for the Book.

03.10.2025 Ored Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

Applications for Research and Scholarly Activity Showcase

ARC nomination deadline

2025 Distinguished Research and Creative Achievement Award

Nature Masterclass webinar

Celebrate Writers And Storytelling At The Oxford Book Conference, Rebecca Lauck Cleary

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – This spring, the already impressive number of talented writers in Oxford will multiply as more than 20 of the nation's leading and emerging authors, poets, scholars and artists gather for the Oxford Conference for the Book.

Biomolecular Science, University Of Mississippi. Biomolecular Sciences

Annual Poster Session 2024-2025

Our mission is to drive innovation through combined excellence in the disciplines of Pharmacognosy, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Environmental Toxicology in order to understand and improve human and environmental health. We provide positive impacts to our school, the state of Mississippi, and the world, via education and mentored research at the undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral levels, and through our leadership in interdisciplinary chemical and biological sciences.

From Lab To Public Policy: Pioneering Excellence At Ncccre, University Of Mississippi. School Of Pharmacy

Annual Poster Session 2024-2025

The National Center for Cannabis Research and Education (NCCRE) focuses the School of Pharmacy’s strengths, history, and capabilities to offer educational opportunities, conduct medical cannabis research, and provide outreach that will benefit Mississippi and the nation.

Conference To Explore How And Why We Memorialize, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi will draw experts from around the country this month to discuss the role memorials play in society and the complex nature of public memory.

March 6, 2025, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

No abstract provided.

The Association Between Gambling And Academic Performance Among Undergraduate College Students: A Scoping Review Protocol, Hannah K. Allen, Tonya Knight, Becky Hall, Melissa Dennis

Review Protocols

This review seeks to synthesize the current research available and identify gaps in the literature on the association between gambling and academic performance among undergraduate college students. This scoping review will apply a PCC framework (participants/population, construct, context) (Peters et al., 2020) and will have the following primary research question:

1. What is known from the literature about the association between gambling and academic performance among undergraduate college students?

Um Joins International Collective To Advance Ai In Education, Research, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi is among several select institutions worldwide invited to join NextGenAI, a $50 million initiative designed to advance artificial intelligence research and education.

Glycore Phase 2, University Of Mississippi. Biomolecular Sciences

Annual Poster Session 2024-2025

Poster outlines the four cores of the Glycoscience Center of Research Excellence at the University of Mississippi: administrative, analytical and biophysical research, imaging researching, computational chemistry and bioinformatics research. Research award opportunities are also outlined.

Preserving Music History: Um Blues Archive Celebrates 40 Years, Marvis Herring

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss – Rare 78-rpm records from legends such as Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup, never-released studio recordings and personal letters sent to fans by Ray Charles are just a sliver of the 400,000 artifacts preserved in the University of Mississippi's Blues Archive.

Pharmacy Matters - March 2025, Umiversity Of Mississippi School Of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Matters Newsletters

Featured stories: Former White House COVID-19 Coordinator to Speak at Pharmacy Hartman Lecture, School of Pharmacy Celebrates Successful Year in Now and Ever Campaign, Study Explores Compound's Potential to Enhance THC for Pain Treatment, First-year Pharmacy Student-athlete Performs Balancing Act, Professor Partners with Oxford Pharmacy for Public Health Study, Pharmacy Professor Receives Jackson Free Clinic Impact Award, Two Pharmacy Alumni Earn Spots in 40 Under 40 Class, Student Pharmacists Gain Experience with AI Technologies

Issue 462: March 2025, The Local Voice

The Local Voice

No abstract provided.

Issue 461: March 2025, The Local Voice

The Local Voice

No abstract provided.

Panel Session, Finding Harmony: Is Achieving Work-Life Balance Possible?, Patrice Buckner Jackson, Josie Bidwell, Ra'sheda Forbes, Kristy Mcraney

WHEMN Conference

No abstract provided.

Workshop, Smart Brevity: Communicating With Impact, Amanda L. Sams

WHEMN Conference

In this interactive workshop, participants will learn to communicate clearly and concisely in a world full of information. Discover techniques to distill your ideas into powerful messages for emails, presentations, and discussions. Leave equipped with practical tools to enhance your writing and speaking, ensuring your voice resonates in today’s fast-paced academic environment. Facilitator: Amanda L. Sams, Assistant Professor of Integrated Marketing Communications, The University of Mississippi

Air Force General To Discuss Impact Of Space On National Security, Marisa C. Atkinson

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The use of space and space law touch multiple facets of everyday life. To explore some of them, the Ole Miss Air and Space Law Society and University of Mississippi's Center for Air and Space Law will host a dialogue on space with U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Roderick C. Owens.

Track 1: Panel Discussion, Leadership, Mentorship, And Sponsorship: Empowering Women In Higher Ed, Natalia Norwood, Tina Martin, Kristin Richards, Ethel Scurlock, Coranette "Chris" Square, Kelly Lester

WHEMN Conference

This panel will illuminate the powerful roles that mentorship and sponsorship play in advancing women in higher education. Participants will hear from seasoned leaders who have successfully navigated these dynamics and discover practical strategies for cultivating supportive relationships.

• Natalia Norwood, ADA Specialist/EORC Investigator, The University of Mississippi — Moderator
• Tina Martin, Dean of the School of Nursing, The University of Mississippi
• Kristin Richards, Associate Professor and Program Chair for Social Work, Jackson State University
• Ethel Scurlock, Dean of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and Associate Professor of English and African American Studies, The University of Mississippi
• Coranette “Chris” Square, …

Track 2: Workshop: Leveraging Ai And Technology For Education And Transformation, Erin Garrett

WHEMN Conference

Dive into how AI and technology are reshaping higher education. This workshop will cover practical applications, ethical considerations, and strategies for integrating new tools into existing frameworks for enhanced teaching and learning. Facilitator: Erin Garrett, Director of Strategic Communications, The University of Mississippi

Track 1: Panel Discussion: Navigating Workplace Politics With Confidence, Andrea Jekabsons, Loretta Jackson-Williams, April Stampley, Laura Hill, Leia Agnew Hill

WHEMN Conference

This panel discussion will explore strategies to understand and maneuver through workplace dynamics. Participants will learn to identify key players, build alliances, and advocate for themselves while maintaining authenticity.

• Andrea Jekabsons, Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer, The University of Mississippi — Moderator
• Loretta Jackson-Williams, Vice Dean for Medical Education, School of Medicine, University of Mississippi Medical Center
• April Stampley, Vice President for External Affairs, Academic Affairs, Rust College
• Laura Hill, Associate General Counsel, The University of Mississippi
• Leia Agnew Hill, Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the MCC Foundation, Meridian Community College

Opening Keynote Address: Lemia Jenkins, Lemia Jenkins

WHEMN Conference

UM alumna LeMia Jenkins (Ed. D., 2018) is a strategic public affairs and communications executive.

February 27, 2025, The Daily Mississippian

Daily Mississippian (all digitized issues)

No abstract provided.

My Compliments To The Chef: Researcher Studies Robots In The Kitchen, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Walking into your favorite restaurant and seeing a robot chef in the kitchen may seem far-fetched, but a University of Mississippi professor's research suggests that bots could be a solution to persistent labor shortages in the industry.