The Journey

The Accreditation Process for the School of Medicine

The date for our next survey visit by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), the accrediting organization for the educational program in the School of Medicine leading to the MD degree, is January 24-26, 2028. Dr. Loretta Jackson gives an update on what the review process will entail.

UMMC’s Mobile Simulation Unit Hits the Road

The Department of Advanced Biomedical Education has taken medical education on the road literally. Their new mobile simulation unit is a custom-built learning laboratory designed to bring high-quality, hands-on training to communities across the state. Equipped with high-fidelity manikins and advanced simulation equipment, the unit provides realistic medical training to professionals and the public. Jereme King gives more detail about the mobile unit.

Student and Employee Health

Student and Employee Health (SEH) at UMMC is designed to support the health and well-being of our students and employees. Most of what we at SEH do to support students involves onboarding and annual requirements specific to those continuing their academic journey in a health care setting. However, we are also available for other student services. Dr. Brian Williams explains the function and purpose of SEH.

Supporting Every Student: Student Disability Resources at UMMC

At the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), success is for every student. The Office for Academic Engagement offers Student Disability Resources to ensure that all students, regardless of disability, have equal access to UMMC’s academic experiences. Dr. Penni Foster gives insight into what resources are available.

2025 AAMC Graduation Questionnaire Highlights: Part 2

Each year, students graduating from MD programs in schools of medicine in the United States are asked to complete a Graduation Questionnaire (GQ) by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), the accrediting organization for medical education programs, expects the results of the GQ to be available to the school to make data-based decisions and improvements. Dr. Buckley gives more description regarding this process.

Briann Benson Staff Highlight

Briann Benson joined the Office of Medical Education in November as an education administrator.

The Rural Impact 2026 Registration is Now Open!

The University of Mississippi School of Medicine’s IMPACT the RACE (ItR) program is pleased to host the fifth annual Rural Medicine Education Symposium – The Rural Impact 2026. Porscha Fuller gives more event and registration information.

October 2025