University of Mississippi Medical Center - Events Feed - Academic Lectures, and Community Outreach, and Other Events

Cardiovascular Renal Research Center Seminar Series

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Evan Rosen, MD, PhD, professor at Harvard Medical School and director of the Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics Core at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, will present the Cardiovascular Renal Research Center Seminar, "Oxytocin: New Metabolic Roles for an Ancient Hormone," at noon Thursday, June 25, in R153.

Refreshments will be provided.

Faculty Focus

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500

David Norris, MD, professor in the Department of Family Medicine, assistant dean for academic affairs in the School of Medicine, will present the Faculty Focus session, "Defeating GIGO: Practical Prompt Engineering for Better AI Results," at noon Friday, June 26, in R153 (lower amphitheatre).

CE credit is available. Lunch will be provided to the first 30 attendees.

SGSHS Dissertation Defense

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500

John Crawford, a graduate student in the Microbiology and Immunology PhD program, will defend their dissertation, "Population Genomics of MRSA Strain Dispersal," at noon Monday, June 29, in Room 7A.

Find more information on the SGSHS home page.

Faculty Focus

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Savannah Duckworth, MD, and Jarrett Morgan, MD, associate professors in the Department of Medicine, will present the Faculty Focus session, "Communication: The Most Important Tool in Your Tool Belt," at noon Tuesday, June 30, in R153 (lower amphitheatre).

CE credit is available. Lunch will be provided to the first 30 attendees.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:15:00 -0500

Join Everyday Wellness for a 20-minute walking event designed to keep you moving and cool during the summer months at 12:15 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in the Hall of Portraits. Participants will receive a bingo card to add a fun, interactive twist to the walk. We hope you’ll join us!

SHRP Summer Preview Day

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0500

The School of Health Related Professions (SHRP) will host SHRP Summer Preview Day to acquaint high school students, recent high school graduates and college students with the programs available at SHRP. This on-campus event will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, in SHRP Room 197A.

Learn more about this event.

Mississippi Center for Violence Research Virtual Series

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Patrick M. Carter, MD, co-director of the Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention (IFIP) and Injury Prevention Center (IPC), professor of emergency medicine and professor of health behavior and health equity at the University of Michigan Medical School and School of Public Health, will present the Mississippi Center for Violence Research virtual series, "Awareness Today for a Safer Tomorrow," at noon Wednesday, July 22, online via Webex.

This series provides an opportunity to learn about multidisciplinary approaches to violence prevention. Participants will explore how education, collaboration and community engagement can help create safer environments and reduce violence. Join us for a discussion of the causes of violence, evidence-based prevention strategies and ways individuals can contribute to positive change.

School of Medicine Alumni Brunch and Tours

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0500

The School of Medicine (SOM) Alumni Brunch and Tours will be held Saturday, July 25, in the SOM first-floor lobby. Alumni will tour the original School of Medicine at 9 a.m., followed by brunch at 10 a.m. and a tour of the current School of Medicine at 11 a.m.

Registration is required to attend the 2026 SOM Reunion.

Ophthalmology Chief Clinical Cases

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:30:00 -0500

Dr. Frances Lancaster, PGY2; Dr. Stanton Heydinger, PGY3; Dr. Claire Holmes, PGY4; and Dr. Zach Wiley, PGY4, will present the Ophthalmology Chief Clinical Case Studies at 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 27, at Lakeland Medical in Room LP104 and online via Webex.

Email Olivia Milner for the Webex link.

MIND Matters Series

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Dr. Thomas Mosley, Robbie and Dudley Hughes MIND Center Chair and director of the MIND Center at UMMC, will present MIND Matters, "Promising Developments in Alzheimer's and Dementia Research," at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, in Sparkman Auditorium at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, and online via Zoom.

This presentation will highlight recent advances in Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research, including emerging blood-based biomarkers, new treatments and current understanding of risk factors and prevention strategies to promote brain health and healthy aging. This free educational program is open to all, but registration is required. CE credit will not be offered.

Mississippi Miracles Radiothon

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Help make miracles happen by tuning in to the 25th annual Mississippi Miracles Radiothon from Aug. 13-14! We hope that you will join us for the two-day broadcast to as we share inspiring stories from Children's of Mississippi, featuring Miracle Kids and their families about why your support matters so much.

Each donation directly supports the children's hospital. Tune in between 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. from Thursday, Aug. 13 through Friday, Aug. 14 atwww.umc.edu/mississippimiracles.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:15:00 -0500

Join Everyday Wellness for a 20-minute walking event designed to keep you moving and cool during the summer months at 12:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, in the Hall of Portraits. Participants will receive a bingo card to add a fun, interactive twist to the walk. We hope you’ll join us!

2026 Ophthalmology Update & Ching J. Chen, MD Memorial Lecture

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0500

The Department of Ophthalmology will host the "2025 Ophthalmology Update & Ching J. Chen, MD Memorial Lecture" from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center. A coffee station and lunch will be provided.

Find out more information and register online.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:15:00 -0500

Join Everyday Wellness for a 20-minute walking event at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at the entrance of University Heart. Wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen, and take this opportunity to support your physical and mental well-being during the workday. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Advanced Practice Provider Conference

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0500

The Advanced Practice Provider Conference 2026 will occur from 7 a.m. to 4:05 p.m. Thursday to Friday, Sept. 24 to 25, at the Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center.

Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:15:00 -0500

Join Everyday Wellness for a 20-minute walking event at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, in the School of Medicine circle. Wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen, and take this opportunity to support your physical and mental well-being during the workday. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Everyday Wellness Walking

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 12:15:00 -0600

Join Everyday Wellness for a 20-minute walking event at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the entrance of University Heart. Wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen, and take this opportunity to support your physical and mental well-being during the workday. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Everyday Wellness Walking

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 12:15:00 -0600

Join Everyday Wellness for a 20-minute walking event at 12:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, in the School of Medicine circle. Wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen, and take this opportunity to support your physical and mental well-being during the workday. We look forward to seeing you soon!