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Dallas Couple's Gift Supports Stem Education, Bill Dabney

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – A major gift to the University of Mississippi from alumnus Waddell Mashburn and his wife, Sally, will support the teaching of chemistry in lab courses housed in the Jim and Thomas Duff Center for Science and Technology Innovation.

Jtc 24: Applying Full-Time Effort To Job And Degree, Megan Black

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

News You Can Use: Coping With The Cicadas, Edwin Smith

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The cicadas have arrived in northeast Mississippi. Those big-eyed, noisy insects that periodically emerge from the ground arrived on schedule this month, but a University of Mississippi biologist says there's no cause for alarm.

University Honors Staff, Teams At Annual Appreciation Ceremony, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi recognized 12 outstanding staff members Friday (May 17) at the annual Staff Appreciation Week Awards Ceremony.

Issue 443: May 16-30, 2024, The Local Voice

The Local Voice

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Jtc 24: All Abroad!, Leslie Joblin

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

An Appetite For Truth: Journalism Professor Retires After 25 Years, Marvis Herring

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – As anti-Vietnam protests erupted in the U.S. and teachers threatened a statewide strike, Kathleen Wickham discovered her calling: journalism. The undergraduate at Rowan University became executive editor of the school's student newspaper.

Researchers Study What Happens When Officers Break The Law, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Law enforcement officers are statistically more likely to get away with crimes than civilians. And police officers often face less severe punishment than civilians once convicted.

Jtc 24: Embracing The Unknown, Katie Lee Mullins

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Chancellor Boyce Message About Wage Increases In 2024, Glenn Boyce

University of Mississippi News

As we conclude our 175th academic year, please accept my deep thanks for your incredible efforts and contributions to deliver on our mission and serve our students. I’m pleased to share that, for the fourth consecutive year, the university plans to allocate funds to support salary and wage increases that will start in the new fiscal year.

University Dedicates Grove Plaza, Tina H. Hahn

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – A son's love for his mother and her great affection for the University of Mississippi and the iconic Grove were on display Tuesday (May 14) during the dedication of the Grove Plaza.

Record Number Of Um Flagship Students Accepted For Capstone, Marvis Herring

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Seventeen seniors in the University of Mississippi Language Flagship programs have been accepted into competitive Chinese and Arabic capstone year programs, setting a record for the university.

Auditing Standards Board (Asb), Meeting Agenda, May 14-15, 2024 Washington, Dc), American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants. Auditing Standards Board

Association Sections, Divisions, Boards, Teams

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Journey To Commencement: Jacob Fennell, Rebecca Lauck Cleary

Blog Posts

A Literary Mind: Jacob Fennell flourishes as a scholar in earning Southern Studies master's degree. This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Bless Our Hearts, Molly Johnson

Undergraduate B.F.A. Theses in Studio Art

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Um Students Guide, Teach At Public Archeology Event, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi students got a firsthand look at discovering and sharing archeological findings with the community through the annual Behind the Big House event.

Jtc 24: Through Many Lenses, Bailee Harris, Joy Arwood

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Jtc 24: Hitting The Right Notes, Andrea Drummond

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

05.13.2024 Orsp Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

Distinguished Research and Creative Achievement Award, Center for Practical Ethics, DARPA Connect, Air Force Internship

Graduate Student's Book Lands Netflix Deal, Marvis Herring

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Via Bleidner kept detailed journals after transferring from a Catholic school to a Los Angeles County high school full of wealthy, fame-seeking teenagers. Her coming-of-age accounts shared in "If You Lived Here You'd Be Famous By Now" (Macmillan, 2021) have scored a Netflix series deal.

Chemistry Professor Named 2024 Distinguished Researcher, Clara Turnage

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi recognized chemistry professor Nathan Hammer for his exceptional teaching, research, creativity and service during the 2024 spring faculty meeting.

Jtc 24: Coming Into Focus, Audrey Samples

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Donor Hopes To Pass On Values Through Education, Bill Dabney

University of Mississippi News

OXFORD, Miss. – Mary Louise Rosenbush is a cheerful giver, especially knowing that her major gift to the University of Mississippi will support students who share her values: humble beginnings, hard work and higher education.

Jtc 24: Worms, Water And Winning, Kayla Vonburg King

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Jtc 24: Unstoppable Drive, Mackenzie Ross

University of Mississippi News

This story is part of the 2024 Journey to Commencement series, which celebrates the pinnacle of the academic year by highlighting University of Mississippi students and their outstanding academic and personal journeys from college student to college graduate.

Exploring Social Workers Potential Role In Mitigating Maternal Mortality Through Coordinated Care, Jena Brown-Talib

Honors Theses

Maternal health disparities persist as a significant challenge in Mississippi, particularly for African American women. This thesis explores the intersection of coordinated care models and social work interventions in addressing maternal mortality. Coordinated care involves collaboration among physicians, nurses, practitioners, social workers, community health workers, and other support services, aiming to maximize pregnant patients' overall health outcomes.

Analyzing strategies of social workers within coordinated care models is important for improving maternal health outcomes within this study. A qualitative approach was chosen to delve beyond statistics and illuminate the reality of maternal health disparities and the efforts to resolve them. Data …

The Impact Of School-Based Education Program On Body Image In Middle School Students, Elizabeth Hendon

Honors Theses

Body dissatisfaction is an emerging public health concern and carries significant health-related consequences. These implications encompass mental health challenges, eating disorders, unhealthy weight management practices, adverse effects on self-esteem, and potential physical health consequences. Because adolescence is a critical period for healthy body image development due to age-related transitions occurring at this time, it is essential to implement an education program to promote positive body image. Educational programs focused on protective factors designed to enhance self-compassion can potentially improve body image, eating attitudes, and body satisfaction. School-based body image education programs aim to provide adolescents with the knowledge, skills, and …

Examining The Nexus Of Food Insecurity And Oral Health, Abigayle Talbot

Honors Theses

This research paper delves into the relationship between oral health and nutrition status among individuals with food insecurity. As both oral health and nutritional well-being play pivotal roles in overall health, understanding their interplay in the context of food insecurity becomes important. This study investigated how inadequate access to food resources, a characteristic of food insecurity, can impact oral health, leading to a spectrum of dental issues. The study explores the impact of compromised oral health on dietary habits, potentially resulting in nutritional deficiencies or malnutrition. By examining the potential pathways through which these factors influence each other, the study …

The Soundscape Of The Grove: The Acoustic Environment Of A Visual Landmark, Bryce Barrett

Honors Theses

The objective of this project was to evaluate the soundscape throughout the Grove and the Circle (two popular outdoor spaces on the University of Mississippi campus) by determining the sound levels and people’s perceptions of sounds. The term soundscape is defined by a person’s perception of an acoustic environment in context. The human perceptions of sounds were gathered during soundwalks, which are walking tours of a given environment where participants provide opinions on their acoustic surroundings. Five soundwalk sessions were conducted with a total of 10 participants with varying environmental conditions. Statistically significant variations in perceptions and sound levels …

Proposals To Address Health Disparities In Occupational Therapy, Madison Michelle Cotten

Honors Theses

Health disparities, “preventable differences in the burden of disease, injury, violence, or opportunities to achieve optimal health,” are infamous for their effects within both general healthcare and occupational therapy settings (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2008). Though existing literature establishes a need for the widespread adoption of anti-discrimination measures, specific recommendations for occupational therapy schools remain limited. This project aims to remedy this gap in knowledge by serving as an initial overview of healthcare disparities within occupational therapy and by addressing the potential value of incorporating diversity courses into the curriculum of occupational therapy schools. Through the presentation …