Upcoming Events

Ophthalmology Journal Club

Monday, May 18 at 4:30 p.m

Dr. Stanton Heydinger, PGY2; Dr. Andrew Burks, PGY3; and Dr. J. Hunter Aultman, PGY4, will present during Ophthalmology Journal Club Monday, May 18.

Mike Blaha, MD, MPH, professor of cardiology and epidemiology, director of clinical research and the Cardiometabolic Clinic for the Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, will present the Medicine Grand Rounds and Thomas Barksdale Cardiovascular Memorial Lecture, "Coronary Artery Calcium: A 2026 Post-Guideline Update."

SOPH Honors Day

Wednesday, May 20 at 2:00 p.m

The School of Population Health’s (SOPH) 2026 Honors and Awards Ceremony is on Wednesday, May 20 in the Student Union.

Ophthalmology Chief Clinical Cases

Tuesday, May 26 at 4:30 p.m

Dr. Kayla Taylor, PGY2; Dr. Claire Holmes, PGY3; and Dr. Christian Karam, PGY4, will present the Ophthalmology Chief Clinical Case Studies at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 26.

Academy Lunch and Learn

Thursday, June 4 at 12:00 p.m

The Academy for Excellence in Education will host a faculty development session where faculty members from all schools can learn new educational ideas while eating lunch. This "Lunch and Learn" will begin at noon Thursday, June 4, in CW106.

Blood Drive

Monday, June 8 at 10:00 a.m

MS Blood Services will have a blood drive outside the Norman C. Nelson Student Union from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, June 8.

Faculty Focus

Wednesday, June 10 at 11:30 a.m

The Office of Faculty Affairs will host a campuswide "Research Expo" at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, in the Student Union Conference Center.

Ophthalmology Grand Rounds

Thursday, June 11 at 5:00 p.m

Ethan Mitchel Stern, MD, vitreoretinal surgeon at Ross and Davis Retina in New Orleans, Louisiana, will present the Department of Ophthalmology Grand Rounds, "Understanding What We See."

Ophthalmology Journal Club

Monday, June 15 at 4:30 p.m

Dr. Stanton Heydinger, PGY2; Dr. Laura Nussdorf, PGY2; Dr. Claire Holmes, PGY3; and Dr. Daniel Salvador, PGY4, will present during Ophthalmology Journal Club Monday, June 15.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Tuesday, June 16 at 12:15 p.m

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. Tuesday, June 16, 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!

Ophthalmology Chief Clinical Cases

Monday, June 22 at 4:30 p.m

Dr. Kyle Freeman, PGY2; Dr. Chase Warren, PGY3; and Dr. Katie Pongetti, PGY4, will present the Ophthalmology Chief Clinical Case Studies at 4:30 p.m. Monday, June 22.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Thursday, July 9 at 12:15 p.m

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!

Ophthalmology Chief Clinical Cases

Monday, July 27 at 4:30 p.m

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.

Mississippi Miracles Radiothon

Thursday, August 13 at 6:00 a.m

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.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Thursday, August 13 at 12:15 p.m

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

Saturday, August 15 at 7:00 a.m

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.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Tuesday, September 15 at 12:15 p.m

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

Thursday, September 24 at 7:00 a.m

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.

Everyday Wellness Walking

Wednesday, October 14 at 12:15 p.m

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

Tuesday, November 17 at 12:15 p.m

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

Thursday, December 10 at 12:15 p.m

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!