Mehmet Kurum, associate professor and Paul B. Jacob Chair in the Bagley College of Engineering's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, operates his lab's Boston Dynamics "Spot" robot dog next to a Clearpath Robotics Warthog vehicle from the university's Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems. Researchers at MSU use platforms like these to utilize and develop advanced sensor capabilities. The robots were among more than a dozen interactive displays during the Research Showcase, held last Tuesday [April 11] on the YMCA Plaza as part of MSU's annual Research Week celebration. PHOTO: Megan Bean | Public Affairs
Excellence in university teaching, advising awards honor faculty, staff
Exceptional Mississippi State faculty and staff -- Barrett Gutter, Eric T. Stafne, Danielle Young, Rebecca “Beca” Spencer, Jonathan Evan Hawkins, Ksenia Zhbanova and Bailey Berry -- are being honored with annual awards recognizing their outstanding teaching, mentoring and advising at the university. “Mississippi State’s outstanding award winners exemplify excellence, and they understand that the highest quality teaching is core to our university’s mission,” said MSU Executive Vice Provost Peter Ryan. “The faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, advising and mentoring are critical to ensuring student success and helping students achieve their academic and career goals.”
Goliath becomes MSU’s first fellow of prestigious American Academy of Forensic Sciences
A Mississippi State forensic anthropologist is the university’s first fellow in the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, the premiere organization for professional forensic scientists in the country. Jesse Goliath, an assistant professor in MSU’s Department of Anthropology and Middle Eastern Cultures, begins his lifetime fellowship in the AAFS this spring. Professor and head of AMEC Hsain Ilahiane said, “The rank of fellow is the highest level of membership in the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Currently, Dr. Goliath is the only faculty or staff member with this rank at MSU -- and one of only three active fellows in the entire state of Mississippi.”
Selmon named to prestigious SBJ Forty Under 40 Class of 2023
Mississippi State Director of Athletics Zac Selmon has been selected to Sports Business Journal's Forty Under 40 Class of 2023. The prestigious accolade honors 40 individuals under 40 years of age whose work and accomplishments are driving sports business to new heights. Selmon and all 2023 Forty Under 40 honorees will be featured in the June 26 issue of SBJ. They will also be recognized at the annual Forty Under 40 gala on Oct. 20 at The Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Selmon was hired as MSU's 18th athletics director last January. A fast-rising star in collegiate athletics administration, Selmon arrived in Starkville on the heels of stints helping lead two other Power Five universities.
MSU Legal Issues Conference set for May 2-4
The annual Mississippi State University Legal Issues Conference is scheduled for May 2-4. The Legal Issues Conference will be valuable for all levels of university practitioners, from senior student affairs professionals to conduct officers and counselors, housing professionals, general counsel, academic administrators and faculty. This year we will hear from experts on the following topics: behavioral intervention team standards and threat assessment; university compliance in the age of regulation; de-escalating student crisis situations; Clery Act reporting process/timely warnings and amendments/audits; disability accommodations; and employment law.
Register 2023 Summer Camps with MSU Guest and Conference Services
When planning for summer camps and other events, please visit www.guestservices.msstate.edu to begin the reservation and planning process. We are asking all day camps to register here, as well. As we are a one-stop-shop for all camps and conferences, there is no need for you to reach out to campus partners (dining, parking, event services, university recreation, etc.). Guest and Conference Services will manage your planning needs at MSU. Due to high demands of MSU facilities, there is no guarantee we can accommodate your first choice. Please list alternative preferences for housing, meeting spaces, recreational spaces and parking. For questions or more information, please contact Guest and Conference Services Coordinator Doris Barksdale at dbarksdale@saffairs.msstate.edu or 662-325-4140.
Smoke-free policy enhances healthy environment
Mississippi State University is a smoke-free campus. Official policy prohibits the use of any combustible or vapor products anywhere on campus property including university buildings, university grounds, university vehicles, parking areas and sidewalks. The smoke-free campus policy is part of the university's commitment to creating a healthy environment for all members of the campus community. Use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, hookah or other similar devices are prohibited by this policy. The complete policy is available at www.policies.msstate.edu/policy/91301.
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