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University Of Memphis Magazine, 2019 Fall

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "2019 Men's Basketball Recruiting Class"

Hardaway and Co. have brought the No. 1 2019 recruiting class in the nation to campus. The group is formed by seven of the very best players in the country. That’s shifted an immense amount of focus to the University of Memphis as basketball season draws closer. For Hardaway, that’s at least one very big mission accomplished.

Also featured. "Learning from the Best" by Trent Shadid

Students in the UofM Lambuth Music & Entertainment program are receiving first-hand advice on how to succeed.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2002 Fall

University of Memphis Magazine

Annual President's Report.

On the cover: Shipping giant FedEx Corporation is delivering what University President Shirley Raines says is the most important project in the history of The University of Memphis. When completed next fall, The FedEx Technology Institute will launch The UofM to the forefront of high-tech research. Illustration by Aaron Drown.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2005 Winter

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Health Matters" by Jamie Peters

Out-of-shape? University of Memphis professors are spearheading programs that prescribe numerous ways to improve the community's health.

Also featured, "Broadening Their Horizons" by Amy Gillentine

Memphis businessman James McGehee Jr. is helping UofM students fulfill a dream - taking part in a unique performing arts program in Arezzo, Italy.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2020 Spring

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Changing the Narrative" by Trent Shadid

The UofM’s College of Education is striving to meet the challenges across the country in recruiting and retaining future teachers.

Also featured, "Preserving History"

Philanthropist and University of Memphis supporter Avron B. Fogelman donated to the University of Memphis the original copy of the historic speech Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered to the General Synod of the United Church of Christ in Chicago on July 6, 1965. The donation was officially made on January 15 — the 91st anniversary of King’s birth.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2006 Spring

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Law in order" by Blair Dedrick

An expected move downtown will solidify the standing of the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law as one of the top law schools in the region.

Also featured, "The Chinese appointment" by Matt Timberlake

A UofM conductor returns a musical masterpiece to its homeland.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2007 Fall

University of Memphis Magazine

Donor Appreciation Issue. Take a look back - and see what's in store - as the UofM approaches its centennial in 2012.

For nearly a century, countless faces have represented the future for the University of Memphis. Each of them - student, faculty, staff or friend - in his or her own capacity has moved the University toward becoming one of the leading metropolitan research institutions in the nation. Special thanks to Edwin G. Frank and staff at University Libraries Special Collections for their help in compiling the photos.

University Of Memphis Magazine, 2002 Summer

University of Memphis Magazine

Cover Story, "Higher Ground" by Greg Russell

Since taking office 13 months ago, Dr. Shirley Raines has forged a plan to lead the University to new heights while doing battle with myriad challenges.

Also featured, "The Right Direction" by Benjamin Potter

Feature film director and UofM alumus Jay Russell proves the success of My Dog Skip was no fluke as he leads another ensemble cast in his latest Hollywood offering, Tuck Everlasting.

1984 May, Memphis State University Cecil C. Humphreys School Of Law Commencement

Commencements

Program for the Spring convocation of the 72nd commencement of Memphis State University, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at Memphis, Tennessee, held at the University Center Ballroom on May 13, 1984.

2016 May, University Of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School Of Law Commencement

Commencements

Program for the Spring convocation of the 104th commencement of the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at Memphis, Tennessee, held at The Orpheum Theatre on May 14, 2016.

2017 May, University Of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School Of Law Commencement

Commencements

Program for the Spring convocation of the 105th commencement of the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at Memphis, Tennessee, held at The Orpheum Theatre on May 13, 2017.

2019 May, University Of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School Of Law Commencement

Commencements

Program for the Spring convocation of the 107th commencement of the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at Memphis, Tennessee, held at The Orpheum Theatre on May 11, 2019.

The Columns, 1965 Spring

The Columns

IN THIS ISSUE:

"2nd Annual Alumni Day -- May 8"; "Legislative Review"; "Alumni Board Meets"; "New Concept in Speech and Drama"; "Deans Honored"; "Alumni Ticket Priority."

The Columns, 1965 Summer

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Challenge of Change!" by Dr. C.C. Humphreys

A frank discussion by Dr. C.C. Humphreys of our growing university and the challenges that it must face.

Also featured, "Tigers New Home"

Memphis' new 50,160-seat Memorial Stadium, called the finest in the South by many leading sports figures.

The Columns, 1970 January-February

The Columns

About the cover,

"Sophomore Mike Coscia photographed this dimly-lit xylophone backstage at Memphis State's acclaimed production of "Something Wicked This Way Comes," presented Dec. 8-13. An original adaptation of Ray Bradbury's novel, the play relied heavily upon unusual visual and audio effects in an experiment in "Total Theatre." The original adaptation was written by Mrs. Gloria D. Baxter, assistant professor of speech and drama who also directed the play, and was the regional winner in The American College Theatre Festival.

Also featured, "Health Center Dedicated"; "MSU Homecoming, Nov. 1, 1969"; "Accountancy Chair is Newest MSUF Goal."

The Columns, 1970 June

The Columns

On the cover, "Retiring MSU Dean of Women, Flora H. Rawls, receives an affectionate hug from one of 400 guests at a dinner in the University Center on May 1 honoring her for 40 years of service to the school. (Photo by Fred J. Griffith of The Commercial Appeal)

Also featured, "Ground Broken for Fraternity Park"; "Leontyne Price Heads 22nd Opera Season"; "Tigers Second in Tennis, Gold; Eight Track Records Set."

The Columns, 1970 December

The Columns

On the cover: The Psychology Building comprises four stories and is located northeast of the Panhellenic Building. It features a large auditorium, animal experimentation laboratories and a research and training clinic for child activity research complete with one-way observation windows.

Also featured, "Memphis State's first lady, Florence Humphreys" by Susan Crawford, "University appoints first horticulturist"; "Nation-wide membership campaign begins with Tennessee meeting."

The Columns, 1971 May

The Columns

Cover Story, "MSU's Classic Dean"

MSU's classic dean of students will retire on July 1, 1971, ending a 46-year career in education, and on June 18 his friends and associates will honor him with a banquet at the MSU University Center Ballroom. As executive dean of students, Robert Melville Robison was in charge of the University's retention program.

Also featured, "Distinguished Teaching Awards presented"

Dr. Walter R. Smith, acting vice president of academic affairs, converses with the recipients of the 1970-71 Distinguished Teaching Awards. The winners are Dr. Robert E. Magowan, Technology; Dr. James F. Payne, Biology; Dr. Arthur L. …

The Columns, 1971 October

The Columns

Special Issue: Homecoming '71 Activities

Memphis State University's 1971 Homecoming festivities, scheduled for November 3-6, will hold many attractions for Memphians, MidSoutherners, alumni and MSU students alike. Some of the events planned include a pre-game cocktail buffet, the annual alumni brunch and a football clash with the University of Houston.

Also featured, "MSU Boasts of its first nominee for Governor: Mississippi's Bill Waller"

Unless the political experts have completely misinterpreted the voters' climate in Mississippi, Memphis State University will soon be able to boast of its first governor. William Lowe Waller, a 44-year-old business graduate of MSU, has apparently become …

The Columns, 1971 December

The Columns

In this issue:

"The Business of Educating Our Teachers"

During the 1970-71 school year, 842 students graduated from MSU with preparation for teaching and because the College is accredited nationally, met the requirements for certification in Tennessee and 28 other states. Memphis State continues to turn out more graduates in teacher education than any state institution.

"College of Engineering gets accreditations from ECPD"

Several areas within the Herff College of Engineering have received accreditation from the Engineers' Council for Professional Development. Receiving accreditation were the undergraduate programs in civil engineering and electrical engineering and in architectural technology, drafting and design …

The Columns, 1972 April

The Columns

Cover Story, "China's Open Wall"

With U.S.-Chinese relations making headlines around the world, this issue of The Columns features excerpts of a lecture given at Memphis State University on February 10 by James C. H. Shen, Nationalist Chinese Ambassador to the U.S. Mr. Shen was the first speaker of the 1972 M. L. Seidman Town Hall Lectures Series VI, entitled " China's Open Wall." The lecture series was begun in 1967 by P. K. Seidman, a partner in the firm of Seidman and Seidman, certified public accountants, in memory of his brother. M. L. Seidman was a syndicated columnist on …

The Columns, 1972 February

The Columns

On the cover: Don Holcomb, 6-10 forward, goes up for two points in the MSU Oklahoma State game. At press time the Tigers seemed to have returned to their snappy early-season form by handing Tulsa a striking 99-72 defeat. Since the MSU-Tulsa series began in 1965, the Hurricane had claimed 11 consecutive victories over MSU, dealing three humiliating defeats to the Tigers during the 1969-70 season.

Also featured, "William B. Walton, A man who believes in people"

Formerly in private law practice, Mr. Walton joined the HI executive staff in 1955. He now heads up the operation of the parent …

The Columns, 1972 September

The Columns

On the cover: Fred Pancoast makes his debut as Memphis State's new head football coach on September 16 against Ole Miss. Regarded by his peers as one of the nation's most promising figures in the coaching profession, he has talked nothing but Tiger football since coming to MSU in mid-February, making over 100 speeches to civic clubs, alumni groups, etc.

Also featured, "Higher Education and the 1970's" by Dr. E. Grady Bouge

Dr. E. Grady Bogue, the first doctoral graduate of Memphis State, has been associated with the University since 1964. He states that higher education will face a major …

The Columns, 1973 March

The Columns

Cover story, "Professor collects memoirs of TVA pioneers"

The growth and development of the Tennessee Valley Authority, labeled by some historians as one of the most important economic events affecting the South since the Civil War, has been the subject of a massive five-year study of the Memphis State Oral History Research Office. This issue features an in-depth interview with the project director, Dr. Charles W. Crawford, associate professor of history. Pictured here is the first dam built by TVA, Norris Dam, located on the Clinch River in East Tennessee.

Also featured, "Lending a helping hand"

Editor's Note: This is …

The Columns, 1973 May

The Columns

On the cover: Coach Gene Bartow (top) discusses Tiger strategy on a nationwide television interview at the NCAA Midwest Regional Tournament in Houston on March 17, while Billy Buford, Larry Kenon (left), Ronnie Robinson and Larry Finch (right) celebrate the mighty Tigers' 92-72 victory over Kansas State. This issue features the NCAA tournament play of Clean Gene and his Tiger machine.

Also featured, "What can you do with a degree in...?" by Henry Bailey

MSU professors discuss the job market and its opportunities for liberal arts graduates.

The Columns, 1960 May

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Memphis 'Dude'"

Mitch Green as "Dude" and the "Theatre Wings" celebrate their victory over the devil in the MSU production that ran July 27-Aug. 11 in the main theatre on campus. The play, that proved to be a million-dollar flop on Broadway, was produced in Memphis by MSU professor of speech and drama Keith Kennedy.

Also featured, "A Craftsman with a Scientific Art" by Gary Coughlan

Van Gillum practices the ancient art of glass blowing in the modern, air-conditioned laboratory of the MSU Chemistry Department. He's one of only 500 glass blowers in the United States.

The Columns, 1976 March-April

The Columns

Cover Story, "The Drive Of A Pro" by Susan Crawford

Golf watchers say winning the U.S. Open means an automatic million dollars in the pro's pocket. However, U.S. Open champion Lou Graham, who played golf at Memphis State in the late fifties, says he's still looking for that million, " . .. nobody makes a million in the first year, not by just winning the U.S. Open."

Also featured, "Evoked Potential" by Karyn Hollis

MSU and UT are jointly researching a testing process called evoked potential which detects malfunctions in the human nervous system. Under the direction of MSU Professor …

The Columns, 1976 January-February

The Columns

Cover Story, "Star Comes Home For Best Performance" by Susan Crawford

Gail Robinson, Metropolitan Opera star and former Memphis State student, has a habit of returning to Memphis for important events in her life. True to form, she arrived in Memphis in the fall for what she calls " ... my biggest and most rewarding performance."

Also featured, "Over Cornbread And Black-eyed Peas..." by Karyn Hollis

Over such traditional Southern fare as black-eyed peas and cornbread, dreams of many world diplomats come true as international students form friendships that unite people from Cairo, Jerusalem, Memphis, Teheran, Chicago, and/or Buenos Aires. …

The Columns, 1976 July-August

The Columns

Cover Story, "Chucalissa Indian Village" by Sandra Umfress

Want to get away from crowded, noisy Bicentennial celebrations but at the same time "get close" to the nation's history? An abandoned town on a Memphis river bluff, Memphis State's Chucalissa Indian Village, offers the chance for a day-long outing to a civilization long dead before the birth of our nation.

Also featured, "She Kept Us Out Of Libel And Made Us Cookies" by Terri Mayo

A career that had its beginnings in the sound of linotype machines has finally brought Mrs. Elizabeth Spencer to retirement after 20 years of service in …

The Columns, 1976 May-June

The Columns

Cover Story, "Senior Citizens: When I'm 64" by Karyn Hollis

Ever caught yourself worrying about "when I'm 64 .. . "? Senior citizens enrolled in classes at Memphis State, like Henry Brown (left), have come up with many ways to have a good time after 60. They say one of the best ways to stay young and - alert is to go back to school.

Also featured, "Students Survive Guatemalan Earthquake" by Susan Crawford

Awakened at 3:03 a.m. by jerking floors and walls, four Memphis State student teachers were almost thrown out of their beds by the Guatemalan earthquake in …

The Columns, 1983 September

The Columns

Cover photo: MSU President Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter surveys a model of the central campus of Memphis State, "The University of the 80's". The model is housed in the second-floor foyers of the Administration Building. (Photo by Art Grinder).

Also featured, "Tigers' Rebuilding on Track"

Sports Illustrated writer Norman McCoy previews the football season.