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http://www.ihl.state.ms.us/newsstory.asp?ID=491 IHL PRESS RELEASE BOARD TO DISCUSS FY 2009 FUNDING PRIORITIES; HEAR PRESENTATION REGARDING UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE EXPANSION Media Contact: Annie Mitchell Phone Number: (601) 432-6493 6/15/2007 ( ) Jack...
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Greenwood Commonwealth, 6/6/07: MVSU administration to be restructured
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Grimes' resignation
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With Grimes resigning at the end of the fiscal year, who will be his interim replacement?
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H.A. Update--Saunders sets broad agenda
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Saunders sets broad agendahttp://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070613/NEWS01/70613007rebuilding the University of Southern Mississippi's Gulf Coast operation, increasing philanthropic giving and encouraging collaborative leadership a...
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IHL PR, 6/13/07: Meeting "to discuss various accreditation issues"
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MISSISSIPPI COMMISSION ON COLLEGE ACCREDITATION TO MEET THURSDAY, JUNE 28
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Unstick the sticky topics?
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Now that Dr. Saunders is in Hattiesburg, it seems appropriate to "unstick" several (if not all) of the "sticky topics" from the top of the board. The "Thames Timer" and "Fire Shelby Archives" are certainly not current any more, which leaves the questi...
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H.A. OPINION--Saunders offers great promise to USM
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Saunders offers great promise to USM http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070614/OPINION01/706140352 "University of Southern Mississippi President Martha Saunders made her first appearance before the editorial board of the Hattiesburg American...
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Faculty Senate, 6/8/07 meeting
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I've heard Saunders visited Faculty Senate last Friday. Perhaps someone can report? Also, there are now a number of May statements on the Faculty Senate website: New - Letter of Concern to Dr. Grimes Regarding the Large Number of Tenure and Promotion Remands (Passed May 4, 2007) [.doc] New - Issues...
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SH, 6/13/07: USM chief to work on Coast
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http://www.sunherald.com/278/story/75750.html USM chief to work on Coast GULFPORT - When Martha Saunders was chosen president of the University of Southern Mississippi, she said she'd rather spend time visiting with faculty and students than in her office. Soon, she'll be able t...
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C.L.--Tenured professors serve students well
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Tenured professors serve students well http://www.clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070610/OPINION02/706100309/1009 "Tenured professors are an easy target because of the assumption that tenure grants us immunity from being fired. But it doesn't do that at all. No...
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Is this heaven?
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I was on vacation May 14 - 18. My first day back to work was the first day for President Saunders. When I arrived on campus, the air seemed fresher, more inviting and less tense. Everywhere I have been on campus since May 21 is much more pleasant and inviting. Is this heaven???
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Inside Higher Education, 6/7/07: An AAUP Manifesto
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President Saunders' Views On Research
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Has there been any indication of how President Saunders views the role of research in the university or in the research culture she would like see develop. By research, I am talking about quality research as defined by the individual disciplines which encompasses many aspects, not just bringing i...
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H.A.--Former principal indicted for failing to report USM signee's crimes
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H.A.--Return academia to academics
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Return academia to academicshttp://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070606/OPINION01/706060329Those who imply that universities should be nothing more than factories that simply mass-produce students for the workforce are grossly mistaken on the...
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CommercialDispatch, 6/5/07: Meredith says alums wanted Limbert out as president
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H.A. Letter--Tenured profs earn their pay
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Tenured profs earn their pay http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070603/OPINION03/706030335/1014/OPINION " I am a tenured professor who is tired of having to defend what I do for a living."
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Alcorn president diagnosed with Leukemia
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CL, 6/4/07 (update): 2 profs critical of Valley president fired
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The Faculty Exodus
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Joshua Bell on the USM webpage--not!
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I had thought that the passionate violinist on the USM website home page was one of our music majors. Ha! It is Joshua Bell. Here's the very polite email I received from his his office in response to my query about his representation on our webpage. Maybe I'm too sensitive about these things, but when yo...
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A REMINDER TO NEW REGISTRANTS
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When you register, an automatic email is sent to the address you used. You MUST retrieve the email for your registration to go through. Otherwise, you won't be able to post.
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H.A.-- Saunders dives into USM life
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Saunders dives into USM life http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070603/NEWS01/706030304 "Saunders clearly believes in the power of showing up - and at every appearance, she has emphasized a message of optimism. "We need a hopeful outlook,&quo...
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President Saunders at DMA Luncheon
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I just returned from the June luncheon of the DMA (Don't Mention Age), the retiree organization for USM faculty and staff. The June meeting is always sponsored by the President of the University, so this was my first meeting with Martha Saunders. What a wonderful experience. It's true what they say a...
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COB Crazies?
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Cossack - do you have any details regarding this attack upon "other faculty"? As written, your report really does not tell us anything, and I've experienced nothing but good things with your interim dean all these years. What's up? Who is calling the police, and why??? Cossack wrote : &qu...
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IS ANYBODY HOME?
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Not one response to a post in here for 3 days. Is the board still working or is everyone working too hard to post up? Let us know if you are still alive.
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USM Website
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The USM website is being updated as we speak. I understand that they had a "hiccuph" earlier today which delayed the welcome information for Dr. Saunders, but that it's being done right now. At the moment, you can click on "latest news" for a long article with photos. -- Edited b...
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Posting for Exec Asst to the President
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Fire at old HHS
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HA, 5/29/07: Saunders, DuPree set to 'Go Walkin'
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CL, 5/29/07: Tuition hike ensures a 'quality educational product'
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C.L.--USM prez: Saunders takes the helm
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USM prez: Saunders takes the helm http://www.clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070527/OPINION01/705270316/1008/OPINIONSaunders brings much to the table as she succeeds Dr. Shelby Thames as USM's president. Thames, whose brilliance leading USM's polymer scien...
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CL, 5/25/07: Tenured professors spend little time in the classroom
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USM website
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Can somebody tell me why, nearly a week after our new president took over, the USM website still has Shelby's photo and bio on the president's page? LVN referred earlier to a technical glitch, but surely this has been resolved by now.
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Boring, boring, boring
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Not a blasted thing for two days. No firings, no drama, no frightening new initiatives, no world class events. Booooorrrrrriiiiiinnnnggggg. Isn't it WONDERFUL!!
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Thames' Final(?) President's Message
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http://www.usm.edu/facultyandstaff/presidentsmessage.php/May 15, 2007 To the Southern Miss Family, I write this message to you as spring commencement approaches and my service as president nears its conclusion. Commencement is always a joyous time on our campus. A...
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H.A.--Saunders begins USM presidency
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Saunders begins USM presidency http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070522/NEWS01/705220307Acknowledging that state's contribution to the university's budget will continue to shrink and that there is a "tipping point" for studen...
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Gnome Portrait
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When I walked through the Polymer Mausoleum this morning, was a might surprised to find a bigger than life painting of the Gnome mounted in the foyer. Obviously one of the most obnoxious and egotisical placements one could imagine. I feel sorry for the students/faculty/staff who will have to toil un...
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Welcome Dr. Saunders!!!
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I know that Dr. Saunders has a number of important meetings with key players during her first few days on board (yaay!!!). Can anyone on the boards provide insight into details, as to when she is meeting with whom? Best wishes, Dr. Saunders! We wish you great success !!! bb
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USM News--Dr. Martha Saunders Begins Tenure as Southern Miss' First Female President
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IHL PRESS RELEASE BOARD SUPPORTS WORK OPTION TO OFFSET PROPOSED TUITION INCREASE; APPROVES FACILITIES NEEDS Media Contact: Annie Mitchell Phone Number: (601) 432-6493 5/17/2007 ( ) Jackson, MS -During its regular monthly meeting, the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning...
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Has anyone seen or spoken to Dr. Saunders today?
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H.A.--Only greatness awaits USM
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Only greatness awaits USM http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070521/OPINION01/705210331 "For the entire faculty and staff at the University of Southern Mississippi, their family and friends, I want to offer my heart-felt congratulations. I know t...
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USM NEWS--Thames Presidency Marked by Commitment to Efficiency, Results With Focus on Student Achievement
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HA, 5/20/07: Thames wraps up tenure by breaking ground on first building at tech park
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renascence the toad is passing let the banished return the blighted, bud anew the fugitives, reclaim their lives let discordant voices be sweetened and smoothed let feuds be forgiven let the crabbed spine straighten the lowered gaze grow level again the toads night is ending let dawn sunder the...
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BOARD SUPPORTS WORK OPTION TO OFFSET PROPOSED TUITION INCREASE; APPROVES FACILITIES NEEDS
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H.A. Update--USM gets 7 percent tuition increase
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USM gets 7 percent tuition increasehttp://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070517/NEWS01/70517011/1002The state College Board today granted the University of Southern Mississippi a 7 percent hike in tuition for the coming academic year, Provost Jay...
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C.L.--Thames ends tenure as USM president, lauded by College Board
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Thames ends tenure as USM president, lauded by College Boardhttp://www.clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070518/NEWS/70518004... Higher Education Commissioner Tom Meredith took time to praise Thames for his work as USM president and as the founder of the schools n...
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