Quote of the Day
“I am witnessing heroic work every day. But we also have to acknowledge that even heroes have fears and uncertainties. Even heroes have frustrations that can make them upset and angry. Even heroes can become sad at times and need to call on others for help. If all of that were not true, then being a hero wouldn’t be such a big deal, would it? If you are ‘bulletproof,’ then what does it matter that you’re willing to take a bullet for a cause that’s bigger than yourself? Being a hero is a big deal for the very reason that heroes are human. They have fears and frailties. They get tired. They suffer, often in silence. But when everything is on the line, they respond. As I said last week, when others step back, we step up.”
“I am witnessing heroic work every day. But we also have to acknowledge that even heroes have fears and uncertainties. Even heroes have frustrations that can make them upset and angry. Even heroes can become sad at times and need to call on others for help. If all of that were not true, then being a hero wouldn’t be such a big deal, would it? If you are ‘bulletproof,’ then what does it matter that you’re willing to take a bullet for a cause that’s bigger than yourself? Being a hero is a big deal for the very reason that heroes are human. They have fears and frailties. They get tired. They suffer, often in silence. But when everything is on the line, they respond. As I said last week, when others step back, we step up.”
— Dr. LouAnn Woodward, Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs and Dean of the School of Medicine (Source: VC Notes, A Weekly Word from Dr. LouAnn Woodward)
Featured FAQ
Q: What if I have library materials checked out?
A: UM Libraries ask that you do not return materials to the library at this time. At a later date, the library will post instructions and notify patrons as to how to return materials. All due dates for materials currently checked out have been extended. No overdue fines or fees will be assessed during this time. Email umladmin@go.olemiss.edu with questions.
A: UM Libraries ask that you do not return materials to the library at this time. At a later date, the library will post instructions and notify patrons as to how to return materials. All due dates for materials currently checked out have been extended. No overdue fines or fees will be assessed during this time. Email umladmin@go.olemiss.edu with questions.
University News
Update from Violence Prevention Program
The Violence Prevention Program is sharing a resource sheet for people who have family or friends in abusive relationships. For additional information, contact Shelli Poole at sapoole@olemiss.edu.
The Violence Prevention Program is sharing a resource sheet for people who have family or friends in abusive relationships. For additional information, contact Shelli Poole at sapoole@olemiss.edu.
UCC Transitions to Telemental Health Services
The University of Mississippi Counseling Center has transitioned to online video sessions to serve clients in the safest possible way. Read this article about UCC counselors who became credentialed for telemental health in the wake of COVID-19.
Students
New Student Health Hours
Effective April 6, Student Health will close from 12-1 p.m. everyday.
Student Conduct and Expectations
Nearly two weeks after moving to online instruction and virtual student service delivery, this is a good time to remind ourselves of the UM Creed and how it can motivate us all to be our very best. Even though we’re learning and engaging in ways none of us imagined a few short weeks ago, let us strive to uphold the ideals set forth in the Creed and recall that Conduct Rules and Regulations still apply. Visit the Office of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct website to read a letter to students.
Food Bank Executive Committee
The Ole Miss Food Bank is currently accepting applications for its Executive Committee for the 2020-21 academic year. Check out the application information and job board. For additional information, contact Chloe Grant at cagrant1@go.olemiss.edu.
Other Things to Know
The mayor and board of aldermen of the City of Oxford passed a third resolution declaring additional measures for the control of contagious and infectious diseases and for the protection of public health and welfare and for related purposes. The updated resolution remains in effect until April 20.
The University of Mississippi Medical Center and the Mississippi State Department of Health will have mobile COVID-19 sample collection sites on the following dates:
- April 4: Carriere, Pearl River County Health Department
- April 6: Ripley, Tippah County Coliseum
The appointment-only testing is free of charge. Mississippians who have been screened as being at high risk of infection can give a specimen sample, via a nose swab, without exiting their vehicle. Anyone experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, who wants to be tested must first undergo a free screening from a UMMC clinician through the C Spire Health UMMC Virtual COVID-19 Triage telehealth smartphone app. Those without a smartphone can call 601-496-7200. Appointments for testing will be given only to people who are symptomatic for COVID-19 and determined to need testing. Anyone who is not experiencing symptoms is asked not to use the app or call.
Forbes published an article about five ways to stay productive for dual career couples working from home.
On the Lighter Side, you get two options today:
- The New York Times shared an article, “Is It Time for Americans to Embrace the Bidet?”, and
- Enjoy editorial cartoons from the desk of Marshall Ramsey for Mississippi Today.