5 Places In Memphis To Have A Special Back-To-School Dinner

These family-friendly restaurants are sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike!

5 Things To Do In Memphis Before The Kids Go Back To School

Make new memories, spend time as a family and check out all that our community has to offer before the end of summer.

Memphis Teacher & Mentor 'Literally Changed My Life,' Student Says

"[Alex Beene] is an incredible human being and the most generous teacher I've ever known with time, advice and care," says a student.

Loudon County Schools Sued Over Alleged Sexual Harassment Of Student

The male middle schooler attempted to take his own life.

Memphis School Board Candidates Face Challenges To System

Memphis-Shelby County School Board races remain nonpartisan, unlike 59 other Tennessee counties, with four seats up for election.

Shelby, Metro Nashville Seek Voucher Injunction As State Plows Ahead

Gov. Lee met with private school operators in Memphis last week where about 25 private schools are set to accept students and voucher funds.

University Of Memphis: UofM Rudi E. Scheidt School Of Music To Host 9th Annual Memphis International Guitar Festival 

The weekend-long event will consist of masterclasses for aspiring guitarists, a competition in two rounds and delightful concerts from w ...

University Of Memphis: UofM Honored Among Top Military Friendly Schools For Eighth Consecutive Year 

The list honors the top colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace military service members and veteran ...

Pinnacle Financial Partners Gift To The University Of Memphis's Hooks Institute To Honor Life And Work Of Herman Strickland 

“Herman embraced community and was passionate about being a change agent in and around Memphis,” said Steve Swain.

University Of Memphis: Dr. Ashish Joshi Named Dean Of The School Of Public Health At The UofM

Joshi is currently senior associate dean of Academic and Student Affairs and professor of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the CUNY Gra ...

University Of Memphis: University Of Memphis Establishes Rudd Institute For Veteran And Military Suicide Prevention 

Veteran assistance and support have been a top priority for Rudd, a veteran himself, throughout his career. Under his leadership, the Uo ...

University Of Memphis Board Of Trustees Will Meet On March 1 

The Audit Committee will meet in executive session to discuss matters confidential under state law.

University Of Memphis Receives $3.8M Cybersecurity Education Grant From National Science Foundation 

National Science Foundation is providing more than $29 million in scholarships over the next five years to eight universities.

University Of Memphis's Hooks Institute To Host Pulitzer Prize Winner Marcia Chatelain For National Book Award Lecture 

While this event is free and open to the public, attendees are encouraged to RSVP here.

Qualls To Direct The Energy, Defense And AgriTech Research Initiative At The University Of Memphis

“We are looking forward to welcoming Dr. Qualls to our research team,” said Dr. Jasbir Dhaliwal.

University Of Memphis Board Of Trustees To Receive 2022 John W. Nason Award For Board Leadership By Association Of Governing Boards

"I am excited to share and celebrate the great work and success that these honorees have achieved when we hold our upcoming events”.

University Of Memphis Online Programs No. 1 In Tennessee For 3rd Straight Year By U.S. News And World Report

The UofM is ranked in the top 150 in nine categories nationally, including six in the top 30.

University Of Memphis: Scheidt Family Commits $500,000 To Establish Strike A Chord

"I am so excited about what the Scheidt Family Music Center will offer for our school and the community,” said Donovan Hughes.

University Of Memphis Receives 10 Patents In 2021

"We continue to push forward with protection of more innovative research for commercialization development purposes,” said Dr. Hai Trieu.

University Of Memphis Chosen As Finalist In EDA's $1 Billion Build Back Better Regional Challenge

The effort received substantial support from Congressman Steve Cohen, Governor Bill Lee and Mayor Jim Strickland.

University Of Memphis Receives Prestigious Carnegie R1 Designation As A Top Tier Research University 

“I want to thank our research faculty and staff who embraced our aspirational goal and responded,” said Jasbir Dhaliwal.

University Of Memphis Lambuth Admits Largest Class Of Nursing Students For Spring Semester

Newly renovated Sprague Hall at a cost of $6 million will be the new home for the growing programs.

Billy And Robin Orgel Commit $1M To University Schools At The University Of Memphis

“Robin and I are excited to be a part of the ongoing, successful efforts to educate the children in our community,” said Billy Orgel.

University Of Memphis To Hold Commencement December 12, At FedExForum 

The Honorable Bill Haslam will be the commencement speaker and honorary degree recipient of the Doctor of Letters.

Memphis Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how FAFSA applications changed for Memphis area high schools.

University Of Memphis Lambuth Partnership Receives $1M Grant To Help Create First Dedicated Nursing Virtual Reality Lab In Region

"This grant will support the creation of the first dedicated Nursing Virtual Reality Lab in this region and in the state of Tennessee,” .

University Of Memphis Secures $2.7M Grant From The National Defense Authorization Act

The emphasis on this proposal is experimental research with multiple UASs and multiple sensors to advance technologies.

Dr. Bill Hardgrave Named 13th President Of The University Of Memphis

Hardgrave served as Auburn University’s Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs since January 2018.

CodeCrew HQ Relocates To University Of Memphis Research Foundation Research Park

“We are very excited to move our operations to the UMRF Research Park,” said Meka Egwuekwe, executive director of CodeCrew.

University Of Memphis Announces University Of Memphis Board Of Trustee Meetings

Links for the livestream will be provided on the day of the meeting.

University Of Memphis's Hooks Institute To Host Virtual Policy Papers Presentation On Race In The Time Of Coronavirus 

The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute will present its 2021 Policy Papers via Facebook Live on the Hooks Institute Facebook page on November 9.

University Of Memphis: University Of Memphis Honors Legendary Band Director Joe Sills

The competition has been held in Whitehaven, at Crump Stadium, Halle Stadium and the Liberty Bowl.

University Of Memphis Announces New Effort To Increase Student Success For Adult Learners Of Color

Seven other institutions are also receiving grants to undertake similar projects.

After Shooting, Shelby County Weighs Strengthening Early Ed

On Sept. 30, a 13-year-old student shot another student at Cummings K-8 Optional School, leaving the student in critical condition.

University Of Memphis: Ted Townsend Named Chief Economic Development Officer Of The Greater Memphis Chamber

“Serving the University of Memphis has been the honor of my professional career,” said Townsend, a graduate of the University Of Memphis.

$1.75 Million Grant Awarded To Researchers Including University Of Memphis's Jim Adelman To Study Host Variation

“The idea with this particular grant program is that you generate theory that is broadly relevant,” said Hawley.

University Of Memphis: Hooks Institute To Host Facebook Live Event 'You Can't Teach That'

Tennessee passed a law banning 14 concepts in instruction that appear to significantly limit how educators can teach students.

University Of Memphis: FedEx Institute Of Technology Kicks-Off Technology Serving Humanity Series

The goal is to help our regional community understand and navigate the challenges and opportunities arising from the rapid development.

University Of Memphis Alumni George And Betty Johnson Commit $1M To Endow Senior Class Gift Program

The proceeds of their donations have benefited 16 UofM and UofM Lambuth students with academic and book scholarships.

University Of Memphis Lambuth Reaches Record Enrollment For Third Consecutive Year In Fall 2021

The UofM began operations at the Lambuth campus 10 years ago with 246 students in fall 2011 and has an enrollment growth of 489%.