The University of Mississippi
Liberal Arts Student E-Newsletter Ventress Hall
Volume 6, Issue 1 - Fall 2010

LIBERAL ARTS NEWS

Interdisciplinary Studies Minors under Consideration

With leadership from faculty members in the College of Liberal Arts, there are two interdisciplinary minors under consideration for approval – Cinema and Neuroscience. Read more.

Pilot Program to Support Students in Several Historically Difficult Courses

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a voluntary academic assistance program that utilizes peer-assisted study sessions for historically difficult classes. Read more.

New Interdisciplinary Minor in Medieval Studies Available Fall 2010

A new interdisciplinary minor in Medieval Studies is available this fall. Read more.

Art, Modern Languages Professors Receive Awards for Outstanding Teaching in College

Two professors were recognized in Spring 2010 by the College of Liberal Arts for excellence in classroom teaching and concern for students' welfare. Read more.

University of Mississippi Adopts Plus/Minus Grading Scale

The University administration recently approved a plan for implementing the previously adopted plus/minus grading scale. Read more.

Journalism and Geology Degrees No Longer under the College

The B.A. in Journalism and B.S. in Geology degree programs have moved out of the College of Liberal Arts. Read more.