A Carnegie-designated high-research activity university
The University of Mississippi is a Carnegie-designated high research activity university. Research, scholarship, and innovation at the University of Mississippi is accomplished by individual and collaborative efforts of its faculty, staff, and students. Continuously engaging in the discovery, creation, and dissemination of knowledge for the benefit of society informs further inquiry, enhances educational experiences, improves the economic status of citizens in Mississippi, and raises the quality of life for individuals throughout the world.
Dr. Josh Gladden serves as the chief research officer for the University of Mississippi. In this role, Gladden is dedicated to serving the university’s research mission and ensuring quality, impact, student engagement, competitiveness, innovation, and leadership in research.