Memphis Stories

The UofM Alumni Association is Tiger Strong!

If you are a Memphis Tiger, you stay a Memphis Tiger. The connection to this University does not end when you graduate, and the UofM Alumni Association plays a vital role in facilitating that continued relationship. When alumni participate in UMAA, they remain involved with the school they love through this vibrant, growing community. In this episode of Memphis Stories, Director of Alumni Engagement Gremesha Crump explains UMAA's mission, what's new and upcoming with UMAA, how to get involved and more.

Graduate School

The University of Memphis Graduate School helps academics continue their drive to improve while enhancing the knowledge and experience they already possess. As a major urban research university, the UofM enrolls roughly 4,900 graduate students in more than 161 concentrations. The top-ranked, affordable and accredited graduate programs at the University are designed to benefit both full-time students and working professionals. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with Dr. Robin Poston, Dean of the Graduate School, to learn about what makes the UofM Graduate School so special.

Advancing the UofM

The Office of University Advancement at the UofM makes great things happen in the lives of students, faculty and the community through fundraising programs. Each unit within Advancement works together to provide critical resources that make the UofM better. In this episode of Memphis Stories, Vice President for Advancement Joanna Curtis talks with our hosts about upcoming initiatives, record-breaking fundraising efforts, the impact of University supporters and more.

Online Education: UofM Global

UofM Global gives students the opportunity to balance school and life while earning a degree fully online. There are more than 100 degree programs, many of them highly ranked, across a wide variety of fields. With an online college experience that is competitive and available to all, the UofM Global student body is comprised of passionate individuals from around the world. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories with UofM Global Executive Dean Richard Irwin to hear about how the University of Memphis offers one the very best online degree experiences available today.

Student Experience

Matthew White is no stranger to student involvement on the University of Memphis campus. A senior pursuing a bachelor's in business administration, he has held several leadership roles throughout his college career. He has also served as Vice President for the Student Government Association, a senator for the Fogelman College of Business and Economics and a chairman for the Campus Safety Committee. Listen to this episode of Memphis Stories as he discusses the current student experience at the UofM and the benefits of getting involved on campus.