Current Graduate Students
The College of Liberal Arts is proud to house graduate programs that span the fine and performing arts, humanities, natural sciences and mathematics, and social sciences.
Welcome to our R-1 University Community
The University of Mississippi is designated as a R-1 Highest Research Activity university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, placing us in an elite group of 2.5% of universities nationwide.
Why does the R1 designation matter to students? They will have world-class faculty members bringing new discoveries and techniques into the classroom, lab, and studio. In the College of Liberal Arts, both undergraduate and graduate students work alongside faculty, gaining the kind of deep mentorship and education that will reap benefits for a lifetime.
We want to support you every step of the way so you make it graduation and you land the dream job you've always wanted. On this page you'll find helpful resources and hear a few success stories from graduate students just like you!
A Legacy of Support
As a member of our esteemed graduate student body in the College of Liberal Arts you are part of a strong legacy of innovation, creative prowess, and community impact. UM's status as the Mississippi Flagship and an R1 make it a unique place to hone your skills as an artist, scholar, and change agent. Our office is here to support your growth at the University and beyond and prepare you for life after you complete your program. Know that our doors are always open!
Anne Elizabeth Marie Cafer
Associate Dean for Research, Scholarship and Graduate Education and Associate Professor of Sociology
Graduate Student Resources
Graduate Student Support
The Graduate School provides a range of resources to support all graduate students, including professional development, Graduate Writing Center, and Career Center.
University Resources for Current Students
The University of Mississippi is dedicated to your success. Find the most commonly used resources for all students such as the bursar, registrar, student activities, bus routes, the library, and more!
Mahesh Acharya
Mahesh Acharya teased out policy insights such as foreign policy orientations from the psychological characteristics of political leaders.
- Ph.D. in Political Science '24
Ellie Black
A poet, memoirist, screenwriter, and editor from Arkansas, Ellie Black (MFA Poetry '22) has many publications.
- Ph.D. in English '24
Matthew Saucier
Matthew Saucier (BA biochemistry 20) pursued research at the forefront of making medical imaging more precise, less invasive, and more affordable.
- Ph.D. in Chemistry '24
Somayeh Faal
Somayeh Faal is a printmaker from Iran who studies the desertification of wetlands caused by human action.
- M.F.A. in Art '24
Rabina Shrestha
Originally from Nepal, Rabina Shrestha studied the role of intracellular signaling pathways in heart development.
- Ph.D. in Biological Science '24
Natasha Wood
Natasha Wood studied experimental psychology focusing on extremism, social technologies, and ostracism/isolation
- Ph.D. in Psychology '24