Welcome to the Office of Academic Affairs
The University of Mississippi Medical Center supports six health professions schools on its main campus in Jackson and successfully graduates roughly 1000 health care professionals each year, many of whom choose to stay and practice in the state.
The Office of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs oversees the academic enterprise of UMMC. To support our academic mission, each member of our team plays an essential role in our continuing success as we work to identify and promote best practices in health care education, including the following:
- Academic planning and strategy
- Academic policies and procedures
- Continuing health professions education
- Faculty development and success
- Institutional accreditation
- Quality improvement and innovation in education
- Resources through the Rowland Medical Library
- Student services and success
Our goals are to provide quality education to our students and trainees and to promote lifelong learning to our alumni, faculty, and staff.
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Academic Affairs News
School of Dentistry alumni honored for exceptional service to their communities
Monday, January 27, 2025
The School of Dentistry honored two remarkable alumni at its 2025 alumni awards ceremony. Dr. Charles Ramsey and Dr. Mary Catherine Hoover were recognized for their exceptional contributions to dentistry, their communities and their enduring commitment to improving the lives of others. Read More
SGSHS announces new chair, award to honor physiology alumnus
Monday, November 25, 2024
Rewarding the spirit of innovation and honoring a trailblazer in research is the basis of the newest chair for physiology and new investigator award at UMMC. Read More
Latest Articles
UMMC’s overall school enrollment continues to climb
Published on Monday, November 11, 2024
Graduate School honors outstanding alumni, research
Published on Monday, October 28, 2024
UMMC’s first-ever Honors College welcomes inaugural class
Published on Monday, September 23, 2024
Stolen breath, inspired dream: Yanes Cardozo’s life speaks to her patients
Published on Monday, August 19, 2024
Their ‘greatest journey’ begins: Class of 2028 dons ‘coat of compassion’
Published on Monday, August 12, 2024
Photos: New students beginning classes at UMMC
Published on Monday, August 12, 2024
UMMC receives $1M in federal funds to combat syphilis in Mississippi
Published on Monday, August 5, 2024
Inspiring, innovative – Hall of Famers, distinguished alumni are celebrated
Published on Monday, July 29, 2024
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Upcoming Academic Calendar Items
Medicine Grand Rounds
Tuesday, February 4
SGSHS Dissertation Defense
Tuesday, February 4
Adult Chair Yoga Classes
Tuesday, February 4
Physiology & Biophysics Seminar
Wednesday, February 5
Faculty Focus
Thursday, February 6
Well-being Grand Rounds
Thursday, February 6
Kids at Heart Charity Ball
Friday, February 7
MS Medical Cannabis Conference
Saturday, February 8