On October 14th, STEM faculty, department chairs, and academic leaders gathered at the third annual "Tea in the TEAL" for an opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and celebrate excellence in teaching and learning at the University of Mississippi. Originally inspired by a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) initiative focused on active learning and inclusive teaching, the event has grown into a tradition that fosters collaboration and community across STEM disciplines.

Sponsored by the MoSI Steering Committee along with the College of Liberal Arts, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, and the Center for STEM Learning, "Tea in the TEAL" encourages faculty to share innovative teaching strategies, explore instructional resources, and learn from one another and consider new approaches to supporting student success. 

Beyond the exchange of teaching strategies, "Tea in the TEAL" reflects a broader commitment to building community across STEM disciplines and the College of Liberal Arts. The gathering also provides an opportunity to recognize faculty who are incorporating inclusive and innovative teaching practices into their classrooms.

With tea, coffee, and refreshments in hand, participants are reminded that some of the most valuable conversations about teaching happen outside the classroom! We hope to see you at the next "Tea in the TEAL"!

Inspiring Future Engineers at the LOU Career Fair

On September 30, faculty and representatives from the University of Mississippi's Chemical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering programs participated in the fifth annual Lafayette-Oxford-University (LOU) High School Career Fair, connecting with more than 2,000 high school students from surrounding counties. 

Through hands-on activities like slime-making, goo worms, and exploding bags, students were introduced to scientific concepts and their real-world applications. Students and teachers also learned about career opportunities in engineering, with retired Professor of Practice David Carroll sharing insights from his career at Exxon.

The event provided an exciting opportunity to spark curiosity, showcase STEM career pathways, and inspire the next generation of engineers!

Kick Off the New Year with MoSI!

January 11–15, 2027 | Duff Center, Rooms 135/137

Kick off the new year by exploring innovative approaches to STEM teaching and learning! The Mobile Institute on Scientific Teaching (MoSI) is an immersive, hands-on professional development workshop designed to help faculty strengthen their teaching through evidence-based practices.

Participants will explore active learning, inclusive teaching strategies, and effective assessment methods while collaborating with fellow UM faculty to develop practical activities they can incorporate into their own classrooms. The workshop also provides opportunities to build peer mentoring skills, explore teaching evaluation practices, and earn National Academies Education Scientific Teaching Fellows certification.

Interested in participating? Learn more about the workshop and apply today!

Join us for Spooky Physics Night THIS FRIDAY, October 23rd at 6 p.m. in the Duff Center for an evening where physics gets a little... spooky!

Enjoy exciting, Halloween-inspired physics demonstrations and hands-on fun for all ages. Grab your family and friends, put on your best costume, and come see physics in action! 

The HAPS Regional Conference is coming to the Duff Center on November 14th! We’re excited to welcome anatomy and physiology educators to the Duff Center for a day of learning, collaboration, and connection.

Know someone in the A&P community who might be interested? Help us spread the word and encourage colleagues, instructors, and other A&P professionals in your network to join us! Select the button to learn more about the HAPS Regional Conference!

The Southeast Undergraduate Research Conference (SURC) is coming to the University of Mississippi on February 12-13, 2027! SURC brings together undergraduate students from across the region to showcase their research, share ideas, and connect with fellow student researchers and faculty across chemistry-related disciplines. 

 Select the button for more information about the conference, including opportunities to participate and get involved! And remind your students - abstracts are due December 4, 2026! 

Join us on Zoom every Monday at 11:00 a.m. CT for conversations related to teaching practices and promoting student success across the STEM disciplines.

Select the button below to join the STEM Learning Seminar on Zoom!

Join us on Zoom every Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. CT for an engaging discussion facilitated to address student success in the mathematics discipline.

Select the button below to join the Math Learning Seminar on Zoom!

Have a STEM opportunity to share? The Center for STEM Learning wants to help you promote events, speakers, programs, research opportunities, and outreach activities across campus. Submit your information for consideration in our newsletter, social media, and other outreach efforts. Please submit by the first day of the month in which the event occurs.

Select the button below to submit the STEM Event Spotlight submission form.