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The mission of the Office of Student Affairs is to promote success and well-being by providing student-centered programming and services that facilitate the academic, personal, and professional growth of all students.

The Office of Student Affairs manages the Norman C. Nelson Student Union, which includes the student Fitness Center and Gymnasium, Student Recreation Area, Bookstore, and additional lounge and meeting spaces. The office directs the UMMC Honors College, academic support programs and resources, interprofessional education opportunities, and extracurricular events and activities.

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From left, Dr. Lee Brown, 2026 SHRP Alumnus of the Year, SHRP Dean Dr. Jay Garner and 2026 SHRP Early Achievement Award winner Dr. Chelsey Stephens

Career pivots lead SHRP Alumnus of the Year, Early Career Achievement awardees to UMMC

Monday, May 11, 2026

The School of Health Related Professions has named Dr. Lee Brown as its 2026 Alumnus of the Year and Dr. Chelsey Stephens as its Early Career Achievement Award winner. Read More

From left, 2026 SON Early Achievement Award winner Michael Jones, Dr. Tina Martin, SON dean, and 2026 SON Alumna of the Year Dr. Jennifer Hitt.

SON recognizes Alumnus of the Year, Early Career Achievement award winners

Monday, May 11, 2026

The School of Nursing has named Dr. Jennifer Hitt and Michael Jones as its Alumna of the Year and Early Achievement Award winners for 2026. Read More

Latest Articles

McKing Amedari, a 2025–2026 Honors College member in the John D. Bower School of Population Health, receives his certificate of completion of the program from Dr. Scott Rodgers, associate vice chancellor for academic affairs.

Students celebrated for achievements at first UMMC Honors College awards

Published on Monday, May 11, 2026

UMMC graduate Hunter Sylvester pursues life-changing Alzheimer’s research

Published on Monday, May 11, 2026

For School of Nursing student, degree is fulfilment of lifelong calling

Published on Monday, May 4, 2026

 Dr. Michael D. Roach, professor in the Department of Biomedical Materials Science, was named the inaugural Lyle D. Zardiackas, PhD, FADM, FASTM Professor in Biomedical Materials Science, which honors the legacy of the late Dr. Zardiackas, who founded the department.

Gift from pioneering researcher establishes professorship, names lab at UMMC

Published on Monday, April 27, 2026

UMMC dental student builds on family legacy as she looks ahead to the next chapter

Published on Monday, April 27, 2026

 Dawn Hoge is pictured with her care team, from left, Dr. Ignacio Velasco Martinez, chair of the Department of Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery and Pathology; Dr. Jesse Austin III, Dr. Randall Nutt, Dr. Sara Islam, Dr. Bryant Halsch, OMS residents; and Dr. Laura Humphries, associate professor of plastic surgery.

Advanced 3D technology and interdisciplinary care restore quality of life for Mississippi patient

Published on Monday, April 20, 2026

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Medical student reflects on faith, family and purpose ahead of UMMC commencement

Published on Monday, April 20, 2026

 Melinda Warner is earning a Bachelor of Science degree in the Radiologic Sciences program and works as a student technologist while preparing for the registry exam.

Persistence pays off in school and at home for SHRP grad

Published on Monday, April 13, 2026

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