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Spring 2013

	The C.H. NASH MUSEUM at Chucalissa receives Americorps Service Award from the NCCC AmeriCorps at the Winter Graduation Ceremony on the Southern Region campus in Vicksburg, MS.
	The Confucius Institute at the University of Memphis (CIUM) was recently selected as one of the top seven Confucius Institutes in the United States and one of the top twenty-six Confucius Institutes in the world by the National Office for Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (Hanban).
	Three U of M Students Awarded Gilman Scholarship for Foreign StudyThree University of Memphis students have received the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship for foreign study.
	Tigers Teach student receives prestigious scholarship With $1,000, UofM junior Allison Neubert could buy 6,708 ballpoint pens, 418 packs of notebook paper or 32,293 sheets of construction paper for classroom supplies.

Fall 2012

	River City Writers Series Will Welcome Lee Abbott The River City Writers Series at the University of Memphis will welcome short story author Lee K. Abbott for two events October 30 and 31.
	Hooks Institute Gives "Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention" Its Book Award The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change at the University of Memphis has chosen as this year's winner of its National Book Award Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention (Viking 2011), by Manning Marable.
	Dr. Stan Hyland Receives Kimball Award for Applied Anthropology Dr. Stan Hyland, Head of School of Urban Affairs and Public Policy (SUAPP) in the College of Arts and Sciences has been selected to receive the 2012 Solon T. Kimball Award for Public and Applied Anthropology.
	World's Highest Mathematics Honor Goes to Retired U of M Professor Dr. Cecil C. Rousseau, a retired University of Memphis mathematics professor, has been named one of two winners of the mathematics world's highest honor, the Paul Erdös Award.
Spring 2012
	100 women to be honored during April event The Center for Research on Women (CROW) is partnering with African and African-American Studies and the Department of History to honor 100 women from the U of M's first 100 years. The event, "100 Years, 100 Women," will be held on April 27 at 7 p.m. in the U of M Holiday Inn.
	MFA Professor Sonja Livingston Will Open River City Writers Series The River City Writers Series at the University of Memphis will open its spring 2012 season with a reading by Sonja Livingston on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 8 p.m. in the University Center, Room 300.
	Arts & Sciences Honors Students Will Present Research at Tenn. Capitol Seven undergraduate students from the U of M will present their research projects during the annual "Posters at the Capitol" event Feb. 8 in Nashville.
Fall 2011
	Alumni Association Will "Let the Cat Out of the Bag" Sept. 10 The "Tigers Around Town" statues will be unveiled Saturday, Sept. 10, at noon (9.10.11@12) in the Student Plaza.
	The University of Memphis Will Open at Lambuth on August 27 The U of M will begin offering classes at what was formerly Lambuth University in Jackson, Tenn., on Saturday, August 27.
Spring 2011
	Professor Wins ORAU’s Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award Dr. Xiaohua Huang has been named a 2011 Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award Winner by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU).
	Distinguished Professor Selected for Fulbright Scholar Award Dr. Bill E. Lawson, distinguished professor of philosophy at the U of M, has been awarded a Fulbright-University of Liverpool Scholar Award.
	Event Will Let Students Meet and Mingle with Local Employers The U of M, along with The Leadership Academy and Society of Human Resources Management-Memphis, is hosting a Summer Internship Forum.
	Tennessee Economic Council Chooses Student for Internship Shannon White has been selected for an internship with the Tennessee Economic Council on Women (TECW).
	Women's History Month 2011 Calendar of Events Celebrate Women's History Month this March with a full calendar of events.
	History Never Looked So Good: Centennial Books Enlighten As the University of Memphis gets ready to celebrate its centennial, two of its professors knew they had to play a key role.
	Relationship Expert Pepper Schwartz Speaks at U of M March 17 The University of Memphis will welcome one of the nation’s leading relationship experts for a lecture during Women’s History Month.
	Albert Goldbarth Will be Guest of U of M’s River City Writers Series The University of Memphis’ River City Writers Series will welcome poet and essayist Albert Goldbarth for two events on Wednesday, March 16.
	Students Stay 'Up 'til Dawn' in Fundraising Effort With the help of a U of M student organization, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital provides the world’s best cancer treatment for children.
	Dorothy Allison Will Be River City Writers Guest March 2-3 The U of M’s River City Writers Series will welcome bestselling author Dorothy Allison for two events Wednesday and Thursday, March 2 and 3.
Fall 2010
	The CIUM Chosen as One of the Top Confucius Institutes The Confucius Institute at the University of Memphis (CIUM) has been named one of the top six Confucius Institutes in the United States and one of the top 30 Confucius Institutes in the world. press release
	Cross-Departmental Team Receives NSF Research Funding A research team made up U of M professors will receive $1.2 million as part of a program for research and outreach related to solar energy.
	U of M Seeking Applications for Master of Social Work Program The Department of Social Work at the University of Memphis will offer a Master of Social Work degree program beginning January 2011. read more
	The unvanquished With an award-winning literary journal and frequently published professors, the U of M's creative writing program is a story in itself. read more
	College of Arts & Sciences 2010 Program Review Data Credit hours, instruction hours, programs depending on Arts & Sciences, graduation and overall college numbers. Save file to your computer to open.
	Department of Biology Becomes Biological Sciences Over the summer, the name of the U of M Department of Biology was changed to the Department of Biological Sciences.
	Tournées Festival Screens French Films Starting Oct. 27 The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures and the Marcus Orr Center for the Humanities will present the Tournées Festival next week.
	Professor’s Book Presented at International Conference in Panama A newly published book by U of M Spanish professor Fernando Burgos was presented at an international symposium in Panama this summer.
	Husband-and-Wife Writers Will Visit River City Writers Series Oct. 20 Married writers Beth Ann Fennelly and Tom Franklin will visit the University of Memphis River City Writers Series for a series of events Oct. 20.
	Professor is Named One of the “Brilliant 10” Young Scientists Dr. Santosh Kumar has been named one of the 10 most brilliant young scientists in the United States by Popular Science magazine.
	Program Will Examine Basketball’s Effect on Cities and Society The Marcus W. Orr Center for the Humanities will host an evening with Aram Goudsouzian, Josh Pastner and Russ Wigginton.
	Expo Will Cover Online Fraud, Insider Threats, and More The Center for Information Assurance at the U of M will host its third annual Cyber Security Expo, “Online Fraud, Insider Threat, and Cyber Crime.”
	River City Writers Fall 2010 The River City Writers kicks off the fall 2010 series on September 22. FREE and open to the public. press release
	Discover Your Major Day! October 7, 2010 Discover Your Major Day is a campus-wide event bringing together students, advisors, and faculty to share information. Read more
	Grant Helps U of M Professor Continue Egypt Fieldwork History professor Dr. Peter Brand has received a $200,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Read more
	American Flag Honoring Air Force Missile Personnel Is Raised Over U of M Since August 2, a new flag has been flying over the University of Memphis, an American flag provided by U.S. Air Force ROTC Detachment 785 at the U of M. Read More
	Grant Aids Professors in Research Related to Space Missions Two U of M professors have been awarded for their research into materials that would be suitable for use in long-term, distant space missions.
Summer 2010
	Chemistry Graduate Student Receives NASA Fellowship Jill Williamson has received the NASA Harriett G. Jenkins Pre-doctoral Fellowship and the United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corporation.press release
	U of Ms Hooks Institute Seeks Nominations for Book Award The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change at the University of Memphis is soliciting nominations for its Book Award, recognizing the book published in 2010 that best furthers understanding of the American Civil Rights Movement and its legacy. press release
	Ernö Lindner Will Address U of M Commencement Aug. 15 The University of Memphis will award 671 degrees during its summer Commencement on Sunday, August 15, at FedExForum.
	July Deadline Approaching for Writing Workshop Aspiring fiction writers have a deadline of July 20 to apply for this fall's Moss Workshop in Fiction, led by award-winning author Richard Bausch at the University of Memphis.flyer
	Donor's Challenge is largest in College's history "The University of Memphis has afforded me many opportunities, and now I am encouraging alumni to join me by making gifts to our University," said the donor. about Challenge 2 You
	Student's Undergraduate Work Chosen for National Journal A paper written by Jonathan Bennett, a junior majoring in political science, international studies, economics, and German, has been accepted for publication in a national academic journal. read about it
	Grant to Assist U of M Researchers in Study of Dioxin Disease Link The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences awarded U of M researcher Dr. Thomas Sutter and co-investigators, Drs. Carrie Hayes Sutter and Judith Cole, a $1.57 million grant press release
	U of M Student Is U.S. Finalist for Google International Scholarship Yi Gu, a fourth-year doctoral student in computer science, has been named a finalist for the 2010 Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship awarded by Google. press release
Spring 2010
	U of M Ranked Among the Nation’s Leading “Green” Colleges The University of Memphis has been ranked as one of the country’s most environmentally responsible universities by The Princeton Review. read about it
	U of M Will Host Conference on Livability and Transportation “A Livable Mid-South: How Transportation Can Enhance Socio-economic Development and Quality of Life” will be May 13-14. more info
	Commencement Will Award Most Degrees Ever in U of M History The U of M will celebrate the largest Commencement in its history Saturday, May 8, awarding a total of 2,036 degrees in two ceremonies at FedExForum. more
	All Roads Lead to China from Confucius Institute's Summer Camps The Confucius Institute at the U of M will partner with local schools to host the second annual Chinese summer immersion camps in June and July.
	Learn About Safety in the Sun and Much More During Physics Day Learn about the scientific discipline of physics Saturday, April 24th, at the University of Memphis, during Physics Day.
	A Giant of a Man Leaves a Big Legacy: The U of M Remembers Civil Rights Leader The Reverend Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks
	Scholarship Week Will Showcase U of M Professors' Work Scholarly and creative works by U of M professors will be on public display on the U of M campus during Faculty Scholarship Week.
	U of M's Janikowski gains distinction as crime 'reducer' The Commercial Appeal named Dr. Richard Janikowski, associate professor of criminal justice, as one of the 10 people to make a major impact in Memphis during the past decade. more on this
	Sabri to present at International Space University in France "To infinity and beyond," Buzz Lightyear's mantra, is not just a dream, but a reality, and one that is being carried out with the help of a U of M professor. read about it
	*Skloot’s book climbing NYT’s best-seller chart* Rebecca Skloot, assistant professor of English, has landed on The New York Times best-seller list for three straight weeks with her debut book, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (Crown). full article
	CERI’s Magnani discovers major fault line in area Geophysicist Maria Beatrice Magnani has been an assistant research professor at the Center for Earthquake Research and Information (CERI) at the U of M since January 2006. more information
	Party Will Celebrate Launch of U of M Literary Journal, The Pinch The Pinch, the award-winning literary journal of the U of M, is celebrating the release of its spring 2010 issue, which will soon hit bookstores. You're Invited!...
	Department of History featured at 2010 convention of the AHA The Department of History was featured at the annual convention of the American Historical Association held in San Diego in January 2010. Watch the Video
	U of M Students' Research Will Be Showcased April 5 Students at the U of M will showcase their research projects and scholarly activities April 5 at the 22nd annual Student Research Forum. read about it...
	Mid South Psychology Conference will Focus on Hope & Healing The 13th annual Mid-South Psychology Conference will be held Feb. 27 in the FedEx Institute of Technology on the University of Memphis campus. ...more info
	"Harmony" Will Reign at Chinese Lantern Festival Concert Feb. 28 In celebration of China's annual Lantern Festival, the U of M Confucius Institute and Valparaiso University of Indiana will host a concert on campus. ...more info
	Spring 2010 Enrollment Shows Significant Increase Over Spring 2009 Final enrollment figures for spring 2010 show that 20,402 students are enrolled at the University of Memphis....more info
	CBANA Will Co-sponsor Housing Advice Session for 38111 Residents The Sherwood Forest Neighborhood Association will host a day of housing counseling and legal aid Saturday, Feb. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon. Read the story
	NSF Awards U of M $2.7 Million The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a University of Memphis-led research team $2.7 million to study data-management issues related to wearable wireless sensor systems Read the story
	Power of Soul Charlie Santo's unique neighborhood revitalization program is strengthening a historic and creative community in Memphis. Read More
Fall 2009
	Helen Hardin Honors Program Students Will Present Research Six U of M honors students will be among 40 students from across the state who will participate in the fourth annual Posters at the Capitol in Nashville. press release
	Donor's Challenge is largest in College's history "The University of Memphis has afforded me many opportunities, and now I am encouraging alumni to join me by making gifts to our University," said the donor. about Challenge 2 You
	Year End Giving Your year-end support is especially critical to helping the UofM continue to educate the dreamers, thinkers and doers who will strengthen and lead this community. how you can support
	Works in Progress Symposium Will Feature Students’ Research The Works in Progress Symposium (WIPS) at the University of Memphis will be held Nov. 4 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. in the Panhellenic Building.
	Civil Rights Leader Hooks’ Talk Will Reprise Earlier Speech The Rev. Benjamin L. Hooks will speak at the U of M on Nov. 4, presenting the same lecture he gave in early October at the U.S. Capitol.
	Learn About Careers in Health at Pre-Health Sciences Day The UofM will host a Pre-Health Sciences Day on Thursday, Nov. 5, from noon to 4 p.m. in the Michael D. Rose Theatre. The event is free and open to the public. **print flyer \| press release**
	Dr. Danielle McNamara Named to Lead Institute for Intelligent Systems The University of Memphis has appointed Dr. Danielle S. McNamara as director of the Institute for Intelligent Systems (IIS). press release
	Emerging African-American Scholars Will Present Work at Philosophy Conference Oct. 30-31 Some of the brightest African-American undergraduate scholars in philosophy will present their work October 30-31 at the Ida B. Wells Conference. press release
	College of Arts & Sciences Accolades Join Dean Kurtz in congratulating CAS faculty and students for their numerous awards in 2009!
	Spindel Philosophy Conference Sept. 24-26 Will Weave Three Topics The 2009 Spindel Conference at the University of Memphis will merge three broad streams of contemporary thought. more details
	Medical jargon: professors examine health care communication Two U of M English professors looked at medical communication breakdowns that occur in patient charts and doctor-patient interaction.
	The Global Significance of Dr. Martin Luther King Clayborne Carson, Director Martin Luther King, Jr. Research & Education Institute on campus Sept. 10, 4:45-6:30pm, Mitchell 200. more details
	U of M Freshmen Will Begin College Journey with Convocation on August 31 Freshmen at the U of M will start their great college adventure this year with music, school spirit, encouragement, and information.
	Online Bachelor of Arts in History College of Arts and Sciences, History department, is proud to offer the online Bachelor of Arts in History.
	The New University Campus Take a sneak peek at the U of M's new "living room."
	Ciba Foundation Gift Benefits Chemistry Students at U of M The Ciba Foundation has donated $200,000 to establish the Ciba Foundation Scholars Fund in Chemistry at the University of Memphis.
Summer 2009
	U of M Attendance Cost Will Rise for 2009-10 Academic Year Overall tuition at the University of Memphis will increase this fall, but University officials have worked to keep the increase as low as possible.
	New Veterans’ Benefits Law Goes Into Effect August 1 The “New GI Bill,” officially called the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, will become effective August 1, 2009.
	Holladay and Lowther Are Named First Tennessee Professors Two U of M professors, Cary Holladay and Dr. Deborah Lowther, accepted First Tennessee Professorships during Faculty Convocation.
	U of M Will Host Statewide Library Conference, Expo and Concert To promote the concept of unity among libraries throughout Tennessee, the U of M will host the “We Are One!” library conference, expo, and concert.
Spring 2009
	Swine Flu Update Cases of the Swine Flu have been reported in the U.S., with each individual experiencing mild “flu-like” symptoms. As a precaution, you are encouraged to seek immediate medical attention if you experience “flu-like” symptoms. Learn more about the Swine Flu and what you can do to stay healthy.
	U of M & Apple Host Major Recycling Effort A major recycling event co-sponsored by Apple Inc. and the University of Memphis that resulted in tons of old and unused electronic equipment being properly disposed of last year is returning to campus May 14-16.
	ROTC Program Will Become Newest Living Learning Community The ROTC program has been selected as the next new Living Learning Community at the University of Memphis.
	A paper trail: professor donates collection to public library U of M professor of English donates more than 15,000 manuscripts, letters and other items to the Memphis Public Library.
	U of M's Chucalissa Will Host Spring Archaeology Day April 18 The C.H. Nash Museum at Chucalissa will host it first Spring Archaeology Day at the Museum, Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children.
	Join Us for Hot Topics and Great Conversation! During this eighth annual exchange of ideas, professors and distinguished graduates of the College of Arts & Sciences will lead discussions on more than 20 wide-ranging topics
	South Memphis Collaborative Will Hold Neighborhood Summit April 4 More than 80 community residents and leaders are expected to attend the South Memphis Neighborhood Summit on Saturday, April 4.
	Hooks Institute’s Will Explore The Obama Phenomenon The Obama Phenomenon: Race and Political Discourse in the United States Today will convene April 3-4 on the U of M campus.
	Hooks Institute’s Scholarly Dialogue Will Explore The Obama Phenomenon Scholars from around the nation explore expressions of thought & public reaction to persons and events associated with Obama’s candidacy.
	Undergraduate and Graduate students in the Department of Physics welcomed Drs. Shirley Raines and Andy Myers to Manning Hall View a slideshow from this visit slides
	University of Memphis Naval ROTC Instructor Named Top in the Nation Marine Gunnery Sergeant Curtis Osburn has been named the national Instructor of the Year in a competition sponsored by the USAA.
	SnapShots Exhibit Moves to GPAC "SnapShots: Memphis Women at Work" will be on display at the Germantown Performing Arts Center March 6 - April 9, 2009.
	U of M Students’ Research Will Be Showcased in March 30 Forum Undergraduate and graduate students at the U of M will showcase their research projects and scholarly activities.
	The Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Rights Award The award will be presented April 3, 2009 during a program on the University of Memphis campus. nomination form \| scholarship application
	U of M Alumni and Friends Will “Take the M Train” to Awards Gala The U of M Alumni Association will “Take the M Train” as it awards its highest honors on Friday, February 20.
	Author Eric Schlosser Will Discuss Fast Food Nation Feb. 4 Investigative journalist and non-fiction writer Eric Schlosser will open the spring season of the River City Writers Series on Wednesday, February 4.
	U of M Will Host Series of Discussions on Modern Jewish Classics The U of M will host a four-part series of free, public discussions of modern classics in Jewish literature beginning February 2.
	Scholar Will Discuss Political Affects of War Jan. 29 at the U of M Internationally renowned intellectual Judith Butler will speak about “Vulnerability, Survivability: The Political Affects of War” on January 29.
	Friends Establish Scholarship for Former U of M English Instructor A scholarship that was established in Spring 2007 is keeping alumna and former English instructor Emalie Appleton Brooks' legacy alive.
	Desoto County Reception for Students Considering Attending U of M Students who are interested in attending the U of M are invited to the reception on Tuesday, January 9, on the U of M campus.
Fall 2008
	Professor of Political Science Takes Look at '08 Presidential Election "Memphians are deeply moved by the significance of this election in light of the history of this city and its role in the Civil Rights Movement.
	Philosophy Program Inspires Middle Schoolers Middle Schoolers discuss questions like: What is wisdom? What is courage? in the Philosophical Horizons program.
	Dr. Chuck Langston Takes Helm at U of M's Earthquake Center Dr. Chuck Langston is the new director of the Center for Earthquake Research and Information (CERI) at the University of Memphis.
	Two U of M Professors Present Literary Papers at Vienna Symposium Two professors of Spanish recently delivered papers at an international symposium held recently at the University of Vienna.
	CIRI Human Rights Project Releases Annual Government Ratings Cingranelli-Richards (CIRI) Human Rights Data Project has released its ratings of respect for 15 internationally recognized human rights.
	U of M Army ROTC Team Takes 3rd Place in Ranger Challenge The U of M Army ROTC Ranger Challenge team made its best showing ever, taking third place at the Ranger Challenge.
	Participants Sought for Project on Fayette County, TN Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School and the Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change invite the public to participate in a project.
	HIGHLIGHTS from Cyber Security Awareness Month The Center for Information Assurance (CfIA) hosted the 1st Cyber Security Expo on Oct. 16, at the FedEx Institute of Technology.
	Fifth U of M Talk on Jewish Literature and Culture Will be Dec. 4 The fifth installment of a five-part series of free, public readings and discussions of Jewish literature will be held Thursday, December 4.

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