SMU | World Changers Shaped Here!

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A nationally ranked comprehensive research university with seven degree-granting schools, SMU is a distinguished center for teaching and researchlocated near the heart of Dallas. SMU's nearly 12,000 students benefit from small classes, research opportunities,leadership development, international study and innovative programs. The University is strengthened by its partnership withthe Dallas region, a global center of commerce and culture. SMU students, faculty and alumni are changing theworld through their chosen fields, civic engagement and service to society.Teaching and research fuse into breakthrough experiences in one of the brightest academic communities in the world. Our 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio means students build strong relationships with outstanding faculty who champion their ambition and drive, whether it s for tackling climate change, fighting cancer or pursuing another passion.SMU's singular approach to integrating rigorous learning with hands-on experience will prepare you to achieve your educationalgoals and expand your world in ways you never imagined. Ours is a community of people forging their own paths. We'd like tohelp you shape yours.Apply NowSchedule a VisitSMU AthleticsTicketsRecreational SportsSMU offers 17Division 1 sports programs and more than 30 club andintramural sports.We prepare student-athletes for life by equipping them with the knowledge and skills required to become valuable citizens and leaders in theircommunities.SMU is one of the rare universities affiliated with a presidential library. The George W. Bush Presidential Center (left) offers unique learning experiences to SMU students including free admission to museum exhibits plus research opportunities for faculty and scholars from around the world.To our Black Students Faculty, Staff and Alumni In the spirit of transparency and open dialogue, I’m inviting our entire SMU community to read this message.Like you, I am outraged at the killing of George Floyd, following those of Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor and countless other black men and women before them. Sadly, these recent events have brought back memories of painful racist encounters many of you experienced on our campus. My words in an earlier email did not adequately express my anger at another senseless death of a black person, and for that I apologize. Allow me to be clear... Black Lives Matter. You matter.We intend to be open in fall 2020 I am pleased to announce that SMU intends to safely open our University for on-campus teaching, learning and student living for the fall semester. We are looking forward to delivering the unique academic experience that defines SMU, and to rekindling the energy our students bring to campus.How SMU computer science professors are using their resources to help find a coronavirus vaccine What if university computer scientists, biologists and historians collaborated to use modern artificial intelligence and machine learning to examine a massive trove of infectious disease research papers, text mining for abstract patterns, elusive insights and hard-to-spot trends related to COVID-19 and the coronavirus family of viruses?Celebrate your SMU degree now and in AugustPlease watch this video message from President R. Gerald Turner and Chief Faculty Marshal Tom Fomby as they anticipate SMU s August 15 Commencement Convocation. Then, read more about how we are harnessing video to help students celebrate their Hilltop memories, and find out about two extraordinary individuals who will be featured at the August ceremony. Mustangs Keep Going One thing we’ve learned during the COVID-19 pandemic – the SMU community is even more collaborative and creative than we had imagined.LEARN MORE Victory in a garden box SMU collaborators help community nonprofit pivot to e-commerce May 27, 2020 When outdoor markets shut down, Restorative Farms had to retool its efforts quickly to stay afloat. It’s now selling seedlings online as GroBoxes. Three days, 22 hours, 85 concerts Alum band director plays Plano High fight song for each of his seniors May 26, 2020 Jason Lewis ’04 and his assistant band directors traveled 168 miles and played in sunshine and pouring rain to show their appreciation to each band graduate. SMU prof tracks the sound of silence Noise levels in DFW down 30% during pandemic May 26, 2020 It’s not your imagination – we’ve been generating a lot less noise during the pandemic, says SMU seismologist Stephen Arrowsmith. Maguire Public Service Fellows to help at-risk communities Students’ efforts will focus on research and programs related to the COVID-19 pandemic May 22, 2020 This summer, 10 SMU undergraduate and graduate students will serve as Maguire Public Service Fellows, with much of their work focused on research and programs related to the COVID-19 pandemic. A final project tailored to this time Students reach out to Italians to learn about their lives during the pandemic May 22, 2020 In a video that’s heartwarming, funny and even musical, SMU students demonstrate fluency in empathy and awareness as they converse with new friends in hard-hit Italy. Picuris Pueblo near SMU-in-Taos fights COVID-19 Native American community embraces extraordinary isolation measures May 22, 2020 The pueblo of just 200 members has had several close brushes with annihilation, says SMU archaeologist and director of SMU-in-Taos Mike Adler. Smallpox reduced the population from 2,500 to 500 in the 1600s. Music therapy students deliver telehealth services Improvising with kitchen utensil instruments and writing original songs May 22, 2020 Meadows School students are using HIPAA-compliant Zoom accounts to tune in weekly with clients, aiding their physical and mental health via live music, talking, singing, playing instruments and movement. Alum's film debuts on Amazon Prime The Girls of Summer is a coming-of-age story with ‘lots of improv moments’ May 22, 2020 Tori Titmas ’15 wrote, produced and stars in the movie she made with members of her real-life family and her “adopted grandfather,” director John D. Hancock. Creating the ultimate gaming challenge Could crowdsourcing the video game community crack COVID-19? May 15, 2020 A citizen science effort launched by BALANCED Media|Technology and Complexity Gaming deploys the HEWMEN Cell app to test drug compound data against coronavirus, helping SMU researchers sift through possible treatments faster. Thwarting zero-day ransomware Software developed by SMU stops cyber attacks in a more effective way May 15, 2020 Engineers from SMU’s Darwin Deason Institute for Cybersecurity have developed software that detects ransomware attacks before they inflict catastrophic damage. What makes SMU so special? May 14, 2020 From studying on the Dallas Hall lawn to celebrating on the Boulevard, our May 2020 grads look back on favorite moments from the past four years. Ready for a ‘brain break’? Kitten cuteness and other diversions to chase your cares away May 14, 2020 When every day can feel like you’re prepping for a big test, de-stress with virtual jigsaw puzzles, puppy and kitten cams and more chill ideas from SMU Libraries. Residential Commons traditions continue SMU student Anna M. participates in Sunday Night Snacks while sheltering in place May 05, 2020 Sunday Night Snacks is a weekly tradition in SMU's Residential Commons where Faculty-in-Residence and students get together over fresh cookies. Now the tradition has moved online, but the sense of community is still strong. How alumna Ti Martin ’82, co-proprietor of NOLA’s Commander’s Palace is serving the community Alumna Ti Martin ’82, co-proprietor of the restaurant, keeps its hospitable spirit alive May 01, 2020 The legendary Commander’s Palace has teamed up with a New Orleans nonprofit to help feed healthcare workers at all 15 local hospitals. Meals are delivered by out-of-work artists and musicians. COVID-19 hits home for Nashville student Family life changed dramatically when Caitlin Williamson's grandmother was diagnosed with coronavirus May 01, 2020 As her grandmother recovers, Caitlin Williamson has been reminded that family relationships are vital. She has taken this unique time at home to better understand who she is and where she comes from. Ray W. Washburne ’84 named to industry group charting recovery path May 01, 2020 Ray W. Washburne ’84, co-founder and co-owner of M Crowd Restaurant Group, has been tapped by President Donald Trump to serve on a task force developing a recovery plan for the nation’s food and beverage industry. Reflections from the front line SMU student is an essential worker in her part-time job at Target May 01, 2020 From shortages to hoarding, SMU student Sarah Sedaghatzadeh has seen COVID-19 chaos all from the Target check-out line. Her advice? Stay home if you can; if not, be nice to essential workers. Soap bubbles and Barbie bungee jumps This SMU education prof takes at-home math to new heights April 30, 2020 To help families make math fun and relevant to these times of handwashing and togetherness, SMU math education professor Candace Walkington suggests Soap Bubble Magic, STEMWalks and Barbie Bungee Jumping. Facebook Live alumni concerts Rewind solo jams by Cary Pierce ’91 and Jack O’Neill ’90 of Jackopierce April 29, 2020 SMU alums Cary Pierce ’91 and Jack O’Neill ’90 met as Meadows students and formed the band Jackopierce. Now sheltering at home, they treated fellow Mustangs to solo sets that mixed music with SMU memories and answers to audience questions. Necessity is the mother of reinvention April 27, 2020 For the Odee Company, co-owned by Steve and Sarah Lodwick Holland ’80, the ability to adapt to shifting demands has kept the business going since 1923. Now the printer is churning out hospital gowns for frontline health workers. A slice of the artist's life Art alumna invites us into her virtual kitchen as she makes delectable ceramics April 27, 2020 Fans of “The Great British Baking Show” will marvel at the pastry feats of art alumna Ginger Geyer ’75 of Austin. What’s the secret ingredient in her Instagram-perfect pies? Lots of clay. Artful activities for beating boredom Meadows Museum offers crafts, coloring pages, tiny tours and more April 20, 2020 Got Kool-Aid, flour and water? Find out how to transform them into sculpture with an easy recipe from the Meadows Museum. The staff has been busy concocting fun crafts, learning experiences, virtual tours and more for all ages to enjoy at home. Changing course to fight COVID-19 How one alum got creative when the going got tough April 20, 2020 In just 48 hours, Lucy and Andy Rieger ’09 pivoted J. Rieger & Co. – their family distillery in Kansas City, Missouri – from producing whiskey to making hand sanitizer for hospitals, nursing homes and the community. Hacking the health crisis Alum leads innovation network to combat shortages April 20, 2020 Hubert Zajicek, M.B.A. ’06, a physician and founder and CEO of the Health Wildcatters incubator in Dallas, helped create the Health Hacking Crisis Network to find quick solutions to problems like the face-mask shortage among healthcare workers. Rethinking the retail environment RevTech ‘SAFE Schools’ grants encourage innovation April 20, 2020 What are the long-term solutions for staying safe and using retail services on campus? A partnership between several SMU programs challenges student teams to imagine the future. SMU Center for Family Counseling offers free remote services April 13, 2020 SMU’s Center for Family Counseling is now offering free telehealth counseling to anyone who needs it during the COVID-19 pandemic. Reassuring kids during COVID-19 April 13, 2020 The disruption of daily routines is tough on families, especially children. SMU’s counseling program offers advice for helping your kids feel safe during this uncertain time. Avoid turning home into ‘Camp Chaos’ April 13, 2020 First, take a deep breath. Next, try to approach sheltering at home with a sense of challenge, even adventure, says SMU psychologist George Holden. Check out his pointers for using this time to grow closer as a family. Take care of yourself during these tough times 11 tips from SMU Counseling Services April 02, 2020 Given the spread of COVID-19 and the disruption to our lives, grief, frustration and uncertainty all are normal reactions. The situation is new and unpredictable! How do we stay emotionally well during these times? Wednesdays @ noon:#MuseumFromHome- Several ways to digitally engage with the Meadows Museum, including Color Our Collection, Tiny Tours and Crafternoons.SMU has canceled or postponed on-campus events through the end of May. 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