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ROMANCE MEDIA COULD ALTER PERCEPTIONS OF RELATIONSHIPS, STUDY SAYS

Views of opposite-sex friendships, destiny, love at first sight influenced by repetitive romance media OXFORD, Miss. – She’s a busy businesswoman going to the country to sell the family farm. He’s a pumpkin farmer with a heart of gold and a tragic backstory. Is this love? Research says: Probably not. Carrie Smith, an associate professor […]


Migraine Management Could Be Enhanced With Mindfulness

UM, Yeshiva University study shows mindfulness aids pain OXFORD, Miss. – Chronic migraines are one of the most prevalent causes of disability worldwide, but a recent study indicates that mindfulness techniques can help people who suffer from this disorder take back their lives. University of Mississippi psychology professor Todd Smitherman partnered with Elizabeth Seng, of Yeshiva University, […]


Elijah Mudryk

Student, Community Champion Named 2024 Newman Civic Fellow

Elijah Mudryk receives access to leadership development and educational resources OXFORD, Miss. – University of Mississippi psychology graduate student Elijah Mudryk will spend the next year learning how to make the world a better place as a 2024 Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellow. Mudryk, a clinical psychology doctoral candidate, is among a cohort of 142 […]


Dr. Aaron Lee Recognized for Research

College of Liberal Arts Celebrates Outstanding Accomplishments Spotlighting stellar students, teachers, staff, retirees, and alumni APRIL 26, 2024 BY STAFF REPORT Students, teachers, staff, retirees, and alumni were honored by the University of Mississippi College of Liberal Arts at a campus celebration on April 25. “The College of Liberal Arts Awards Ceremony celebrates some of the outstanding […]


UM Conference on Psychological Science

Join us in Peabody Hall on Friday, April 5 from 10:00am to 5:00pm for the Conference on Psychological Science. Learn about ongoing research and  present your own research. Network with faculty and students. Learn about UM’s doctoral psychology programs.   UM Conference on Psych Science Schedule Overview, 2024 24PsychConference.Flyer


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Sufka to Lead Stamps Impact Prize Program

University announces launch of Stamps Impact Prize SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 BY BILL DABNEY AND KATIE MORRISON OXFORD, Miss. – A $100,000 renewable gift to the University of Mississippi from E. Roe Stamps and his family will establish a competitive award for undergraduate students seeking support for enterprising academic projects outside the classroom. The Stamps Impact Prize is first program […]