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Office of Enrollment Management, from left, Candice Brent, Nikki Hubbard, Brittney Anthony, Nicole Nichols, Nicole Connolly, Lauren Nichols, Tameshia Bankhead, Dr. Emily Cole and Mary Bess Skinner.

That’s My Job: Office of Enrollment Management

Monday, November 18, 2024

From applicant to alumnus, anyone who enrolls in a University of Mississippi Medical Center school depends on this office to keep their records straight. It is the alpha and omega when it comes to documenting an academic life. Read More

When planning the next step in her career, Iley Anne Baldwin looked to the UMMC School of Nursing, where her mother and grandmother completed their nursing education.

Front & Center: Iley Anne Baldwin

Monday, October 28, 2024

The daughter and granddaughter of graduates of the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing, Baldwin is continuing in a family tradition of care by working toward her BSN. Among other family members are ophthalmologist Dr. Leigh Neely and Dr. William A. Neely, who started UMMC’s trauma service. Read More

Passion to care, mentor guides career of new radiation oncology chair

As the new chair of radiation oncology, Dr. Rojymon Jacob brings over three decades of expertise to the role. Known for his experience in advancing cancer care, Jacob aims to elevate UMMC’s oncology program to new heights.

Published on Monday, October 14, 2024

Front and Center: Alena Calderon

What started as a capstone project for a fellowship turned into a keepsake book with essential information for families with babies in neonatal intensive care at Children’s of Mississippi. Calderon, who wrote and illustrated “Little Things,” works with babies after they leave NICU care as an early interventionist.

Published on Monday, October 14, 2024

Golden retriever Hollywood joins Children’s of Mississippi care team

The state’s only children’s hospital now has Hollywood, a facility dog, on its team. Whether he’s calming patients or encouraging them, Hollywood is adding another layer of care while bringing smiles to everyone he meets.

Published on Monday, October 14, 2024

That’s My Job: Storeroom Management and Replenishment teams

Keeping needed supplies within caregivers’ reach is the vital job of Storeroom Management and Replenishment team members. Each focuses on patients’ well-being as they keep the supply chain moving.

Published on Monday, October 7, 2024

Front and Center: Margaret Workman

Published on Monday, September 9, 2024

Front and Center: Dr. Harrison Hicks

Published on Monday, August 26, 2024

That’s My Job: Clinical Research

Published on Monday, August 26, 2024

Front and Center: Nechole Sullivan

Published on Monday, July 22, 2024

Front and Center: Harold Brewer

Published on Monday, June 17, 2024

Front and Center: Dr. Karen Carney

Published on Tuesday, May 28, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Nathan Campbell’s scientific training at UMMC began in high school

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Aaron Winters captures smiles with community outreach

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Preston Ivy champions oral health at home and abroad

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Estelle Blair balances medical school and motherhood – single, but not alone

Published on Monday, May 6, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: SHRP grad tinkers with career change, contributes to health care improvements

Published on Monday, April 29, 2024

Front and Center: Hannah Lambert

Published on Monday, April 22, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: School of Nursing’s Carter, Haynes combine nursing, military service

Published on Monday, April 22, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: ER doc masters population health

Published on Monday, April 15, 2024

Front and Center: Susan Anand

Published on Monday, April 8, 2024

Front and Center: Kenya Jefferson

Published on Monday, April 1, 2024

PICU nurse manager Gordon Gartrell an AACN Circle of Excellence Award winner

Published on Monday, April 1, 2024

Front and Center: Dr. Pam Farris

Published on Monday, March 25, 2024

Front and Center: Dr. Allison Strickland

Published on Monday, March 11, 2024