U of M honors history professor for 60 years of service
University of Memphis professor Charles Crawford was honored for 60 years of service, “an accomplishment that we may never see again at this university,” said U of M president, Bill Hardgrave.
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November 2022
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October 2022
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Inmates open up about causes of violent crime
Past victimization and having a parent who’s incarcerated are among the main drivers of violent behavior, according to a report. But acknowledging the importance of education and schoolwork reduced inmates' sense of hopelessness.
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U of M program aims to help students save bucks on books
The university estimates that the new partnership with Barnes & Noble College will save students around 30% to 50% on the cost of course materials.
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AgLaunch, U of M awarded more than $2M in economic development grants
On Wednesday, Oct. 5 the Economic Development Administration announced the 51 recipients for its Build to Scale grant program including AgLaunch and University of Memphis.
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U of M receives $5.5 million Dunavant gift to endow five chairs
The Billy Dunavant Foundation gift will establish the the Laura Butler Ford chair in nursing, three chairs in supply chain management and one in agritech and regenerative agriculture.
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September 2022
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As college enrollment declines nationwide, U of M looks to new plan
“As an industry, higher education has not really had to work that hard,” University of Memphis president Bill Hardgrave said. “Those days are over.”
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Simmons Bank CEO ‘confident’ U of M, city government will agree on stadium funding
Simmons Bank CEO said the bank has offered to pay the full amount of the Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium naming rights deal up front to expedite venue renovations.
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U of M will soon begin national search for new provost
President Bill Hardgrave hopes to hire a new provost as well as several new deans by late spring or early summer 2023.
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Descendant of Gandhi calls for the end of ‘passive violence’
Arun Gandhi, the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, presented a lecture Thursday, Sept. 15, at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, citing how passive violence can eventually lead to physical violence.
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CBU rises in overall ranking, other local schools fall
Christian Brothers University placed in the top 20 in its category in the latest U.S. News and World Report college rankings, rising from last year, while other local colleges and universities fell.
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U of M professor’s book helps indie filmmakers script own path
University of Memphis professor Marty Lang talks about his new book designed to help indie film producers make a living.
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U of M developing new strategic plan, seeking permanent provost
The University of Memphis is creating a new strategic plan, focusing on declining student enrollment and updating facilities — among other topics — and seeking a new provost, board of trustees members were told this week.
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Memphis running back Rodrigues Clark no longer with program
Rodrigues Clark rushed for 1,033 yards and seven touchdowns during his Tigers career.
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TBI, FBI join Memphis police to investigate report of missing woman near U of M
The city police department was dispatched to the area around 7:45 a.m. Friday, according to MPD.
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Data reveals an average of about 100 reported kidnappings per year in Memphis
Vehicle located, one person detained in Fletcher case; family releases statement
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August 2022
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Calkins: Bill Hardgrave could dunk! But can the new president elevate Memphis sports?
Bill Hardgrave wouldn’t be president of the University of Memphis — and wouldn’t have gone to college — without basketball. What impact will it have on the future of Tiger athletic programs? Memphis fans will soon find out.
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New Memphis president Bill Hardgrave discusses conference realignment, Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
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U of M makes adjustments to traffic patterns for university schools
The University of Memphis has established new traffic patterns for university schools, including the new University High School.
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U of M names new vice provost
Deborah Perron Tollefsen’s appointment follows other recent changes in leadership at the university.
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19,000 local students — from last year alone — may see up to $20K in loan forgiveness
A large number of Memphians could to see a dramatic reduction in their debt load, under a new student loan forgiveness program from President Joe Biden. But is that a good thing?
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US agents in Memphis seize shipped ancient Egyptian artifact
Experts at the University of Memphis Institute of Egyptian Art and Archaeology helped determine the artifact’s authenticity.
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Memphis women’s soccer team picked to win AAC
Two Tiger soccer players tabbed for first-team all-conference mention ahead of Thursday’s season-opener.
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Why Drumma Boy and his dad offer clarinet scholarships to the U of M
“With the right work ethic, skill set, mindset, dedication and determination to get that GPA, it’s worthy that they get tuition waived,” Drumma Boy said.
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July 2022
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This year’s Ed Murphey Classic aiming for new heights
Competition takes place at the University of Memphis’ South Campus — and on Beale Street. Beale Street will host the pole vault competition on July 30.
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Calkins: Memphis and conference realignment. Is the dream officially dead?
For decades, now, University of Memphis fans have dreamed of making it into a power conference. Is that dream now officially dead? If so, what does the future hold?
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AutoZone exec appointed to U of M Board of Trustees
Gov. Bill Lee’s appointment will replace current board member R. Brad Martin, if confirmed by the Tennessee state legislature.
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U of M names new dean of engineering college
Okenwa Okoli received Florida State’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Distinguished Service Award for his work to recruit and retain U.S. students in STEM graduate programs with a focus on bridging the achievement gap for minorities.
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