Memphis Stories

KUDZUKIAN

As one of two flagship public universities in Tennessee, the University of Memphis is full of change-makers who are reimagining what can be accomplished at an institution of higher education. There is a lot to be said about the Carnegie R1 university with more than 40 nationally ranked programs, 72 countries represented in its student body and 250 areas of study. Memphis Stories highlights some of the initiatives, programs and people driving the UofM forward

Episodes

  1. The UofM Alumni Association is Tiger Strong!

    07/05/2022

    The UofM Alumni Association is Tiger Strong!

    If you are a Memphis Tiger, you stay a Memphis Tiger. The connection to this University does not end when you graduate, and the UofM Alumni Association plays a vital role in facilitating that continued relationship. When alumni participate in UMAA, they remain involved with the school they love through this vibrant, growing community. In this episode of Memphis Stories, Director of Alumni Engagement Gremesha Crump explains UMAA's mission, what's new and upcoming with UMAA, how to get involved and more.

    27 min
  2. Graduate School

    06/21/2022

    Graduate School

    The University of Memphis Graduate School helps academics continue their drive to improve while enhancing the knowledge and experience they already possess. As a major urban research university, the UofM enrolls roughly 4,900 graduate students in more than 161 concentrations. The top-ranked, affordable and accredited graduate programs at the University are designed to benefit both full-time students and working professionals. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with Dr. Robin Poston, Dean of the Graduate School, to learn about what makes the UofM Graduate School so special.

    23 min
  3. Advancing the UofM

    06/07/2022

    Advancing the UofM

    The Office of University Advancement at the UofM makes great things happen in the lives of students, faculty and the community through fundraising programs. Each unit within Advancement works together to provide critical resources that make the UofM better. In this episode of Memphis Stories, Vice President for Advancement Joanna Curtis talks with our hosts about upcoming initiatives, record-breaking fundraising efforts, the impact of University supporters and more.

    25 min
  4. Online Education: UofM Global

    05/24/2022

    Online Education: UofM Global

    UofM Global gives students the opportunity to balance school and life while earning a degree fully online. There are more than 100 degree programs, many of them highly ranked, across a wide variety of fields. With an online college experience that is competitive and available to all, the UofM Global student body is comprised of passionate individuals from around the world. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with UofM Global Executive Dean Richard Irwin to hear about how the University of Memphis offers one the very best online degree experiences available today.

    26 min
  5. Student Experience

    05/10/2022

    Student Experience

    Matthew White is no stranger to student involvement on the University of Memphis campus. A senior pursuing a bachelor's in business administration, he has held several leadership roles throughout his college career. He has also served as Vice President for the Student Government Association, a senator for the Fogelman College of Business and Economics and a chairman for the Campus Safety Committee. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories as he discusses the current student experience at the UofM and the benefits of getting involved on campus.

    23 min
  6. Research & Innovation

    04/29/2022

    Research & Innovation

    The UofM's Division of Research and Innovation supports world-class research and discovery by University faculty, staff and students, who are asking bigger questions and generating better answers. The University's research efforts were recently recognized with the R1 designation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, putting the UofM in the top tier of research universities nationally. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with Jasbir Dhaliwal, Executive Vice President of Research and Innovation, to learn about how the UofM is driving research forward.

    32 min
  7. Daphene McFerren Runs with the Baton at The Hooks Institute

    04/12/2022

    Daphene McFerren Runs with the Baton at The Hooks Institute

    Created in 1996 by the late Benjamin L. Hooks and the University of Memphis, the Hooks Institute's mission is to teach, study and promote civil rights and social change. The Institute addresses contemporary racial, social, economic and other disparities through community engagement and faculty scholarship. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with Executive Director Daphene McFerren to hear how the programs at the Hooks Institute reflect the life of its namesake by embodying the highest ideals of service, activism and commitment.

    29 min
  8. Cecil C. Humphrey's School of Law

    03/29/2022

    Cecil C. Humphrey's School of Law

    Located in downtown Memphis, the educational tools and facilities within the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law are among the best in the region. Students here are transformed into leaders of law through the education and rich experiences gained at the only law school in Memphis and one of the largest in Tennessee. The opportunities for success are abundant. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with Katharine Schaffzin, Dean of the Cecil C. Humphrey's School of Law, to learn about how the Law School is preparing the next generation of leading legal professionals.

    25 min
  9. Memphis Is Music

    03/15/2022

    Memphis Is Music

    Located in the heart of music-rich Memphis, the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music combines personal instruction in music from accomplished artist-scholars with all the benefits of a large, world-class university. The renowned music program offers bachelor's through doctoral degrees in 29 areas of concentration. With Tennessee's only doctoral degree program in music, the School is setting the tone for creativity and excellence. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with Dr. Kevin Sanders, Director of the School of Music, to learn about how the School is a leader in music education.

    27 min
  10. University Schools

    03/07/2022

    University Schools

    University Schools, home to the laboratory schools of the University of Memphis, provides educational offerings from infant care through high school. The mission of University Schools is to provide children of the Memphis community with educational experiences that enhance their development from birth to graduation and promote dynamic research, collaborative partnerships and innovative practices. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with Sally Gates Parish, Associate Vice President for Education Initiatives, to learn about how University Schools continues to innovate while enhancing the UofM community

    24 min
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As one of two flagship public universities in Tennessee, the University of Memphis is full of change-makers who are reimagining what can be accomplished at an institution of higher education. There is a lot to be said about the Carnegie R1 university with more than 40 nationally ranked programs, 72 countries represented in its student body and 250 areas of study. Memphis Stories highlights some of the initiatives, programs and people driving the UofM forward

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