2014
Sample the spirit and support in SMU Residential Commons
December 10, 2014
Twitter Tag gives a sampling of holiday spirit and community support in the SMU Residential Commons.
Bush Library and Museum Remembers 9/11
September 11, 2014
The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, located on the campus of SMU, is marking the 13th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks with social media feeds, photos, videos and a display from its Memorial Artifacts Collection.
SMU student helps raise $1M for Center for Child Protection
October 21, 2014
SMU freshman, Abby Argo, helped raise more than $1M for the Center of Child Protection through a "Dancing with the Stars Austin" gala. Argo is the recipient of Texas Women in Business award for leading this effort.
SMU Dedman Law trailblazer championed civil rights, justice
January 26, 2014
Adelfa Botello Callejo, a lifelong champion of civil rights and SMU alumna, has died.
Cox Global Leadership Program 2014
May 12, 2014
Students in the Cox Global Leadership Program are traveling in Europe, Asia and Latin America.
Hilltop on the Hill 2014
October 24, 2014
From the halls of Congress to memorials and museums, student bloggers take in Washington, D.C.
SMU Adventures: Theology in Israel and Palestinian Territories
January 14, 2014
SMU Perkins students blog about their experiences in a course in Israel and Palestine.
SMU Adventures: Jade interns at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas
July 08, 2014
Jade blogs about following the Michael Jackson rule and other experiences at the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Engaged Learning: Surveying forest composition
April 29, 2014
Environmental Science major Jewel Lipps is surveying the composition of the Great Trinity Forest.
SMU-in-London: Arts 2014
June 24, 2014
Students in the SMU-in-London:Arts program blog about exploring the city while taking courses.
SMU Adventures: Maguire Fellow blogs from at ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship in McKinney
August 11, 2014
Erica, a Maguire fellow, blogs about her summer working with therapeutic horses.
Human Rights in Poland 2013
January 03, 2014
SMU students, faculty and staffers blog about visiting WWII Nazi concentration camps.
SMU Adventures: Olivia Abroad
March 03, 2014
Olivia, a Hunt Scholar with a triple major, blogs about her adventures at Oxford and in Spain.
Residential Commons in Oxford
August 04, 2014
SMU bloggers go to Oxford to research the culture of a true residential college system.
SMU Adventures blogs
December 01, 2014
Blogs by students and faculty about interesting people and places the world over.
SMU Adventures blogs
October 02, 2014
Blogs by students and faculty about interesting people and places the world over.
SMU Adventures blogs
November 14, 2014
Blogs by students and faculty about interesting people and places the world over.
SMU Adventures blogs
October 02, 2014
Blogs by students and faculty about interesting people and places the world over.
SMU Adventures blogs
December 17, 2014
Blogs by students and faculty about interesting people and places the world over.
SMU Adventures blogs
September 04, 2014
Blogs by students and faculty about interesting people and places the world over.
SMU Adventures blogs
September 23, 2014
Blogs by students and faculty about interesting people and places the world over.
Renowned attorney Alan Dershowitz to talk
constitutional law with SMU’s Lackland Bloom
April 25, 2014
Alan M. Dershowitz is widely regarded as one of the world’s most successful criminal defense lawyers, will speak at SMU on April 28.
Renowned attorney Alan Dershowitz talks constitutional law with SMU's Lackland Bloom Monday, April 28.
SMU faculty member and author Alan Elliot will discuss these personalities and others at a book talk at 6:30 p.m. June 26, at the North Oak Cliff branch of the Dallas Public Library.
The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship Opens Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter
September 26, 2014
SMU and a consortium of area universities will launch a new Albert Schweitzer Fellowship chapter.
SMU Piano Student Alessandro Mazzamuto Wins Center for Musical Excellence International Grant/Birte Moller Young Artists Award
June 12, 2014
SMU piano student Alessandro Mazzamuto has won an international artists award, including a Carnegie Hall debut.
SMU History Professor Alexis McCrossen, author of Marking Modern Times: Clocks, Watches and Other Timekeepers in American Life, talks about time pieces and the new watch technology.
Why the iWatch will likely fail
January 03, 2014
History Prof. Alexis McCrossen says, if the past is a guide, the iWatch is likely to fail.
Five good reasons to take Algebra II
June 05, 2014
SMU math education researchers advise parents to encourage their students to take Algebra II, whether it is required or not.
We need fear to survive, as a protective and necessary mechanism, but excessive anxiety and fear can interfere with our lives
October 08, 2014
KERA public radio 90.1 hosted SMU psychologist Alicia Meuret on Kris Boyd‘s Think program Oct. 6. Meuret, Boyd and Madhukar Trivedi, chair of the University of Texas-Southwestern’s Mental Health Department, discussed “How fear serves us and when it can lead us astray,” particularly in the wake of the much-discussed Ebola case in Dallas.
SMU Cox Dean Al Niemi and the Bush Institute team up to take on thorny economic issues.
SMU economists: No slowdown in sight
December 23, 2014
Economists in SMU's Cox School of Business talk about the state of the U.S. economy and what to expect in 2015.
SMU Cox dean says the economic outlook for 2015 is good
December 11, 2014
Albert W. Niemi, the dean of SMU's Cox School of Business, said during a radio interview Dec. 10 that the economic outlook for 2015 is good.
Spring break allows time for students, faculty and staff to help others.
Three honored as SMU’s 2014-16 Altshuler Distinguished Teaching Professors.
SMU Alumni Taking Theatre Company To The Next Level At The Wyly
August 15, 2014
David Denson '07 is taking theatre company to the next level at the Wyly.
Southern Methodist University grad David Novak is changing the way we see the pocket square with his new online retailer Quixotic.
SMU alumni Shaun Moore and Nezare Chafni have launched 214 Technologies and created Chui, an 'intelligent doorbell' designed to make homes safer and smarter.
Ian Derrer, who earned a Bachelor of Music in voice performance at Meadows in 1996, has been named the new artistic administrator at The Dallas Opera.
Obama picks low-profile arts center executive to chair the NEA
February 13, 2014
Pres. Obama nominates SMU alumna Jane Chu to chair the National Endowment for the Arts
SMU Alumnus Jim Mitchell will lead Orlando Ballet
June 06, 2014
SMU Alumnus Jim Mitchell, who has more than 30 years of arts-management experience, became the new executive director of the Orlando Ballet on June 2.
Taylor Made
February 04, 2014
SMU alumnus Michael Trusnovec and the highly respected Paul Taylor are interviewed about the 60th anniversary of the Paul Taylor Dance Company by Dance Magazine.
Alumni News
November 14, 2014
Actress Wrenn Schmidt '05 talks with theatre students about how Meadows influenced her career.
Alumni News
September 23, 2014
Photographer Stuart Palley ’11 follows the flames, capturing the fierce beauty of California wildfires.
Alumni News
September 15, 2014
Meadows Theatre alums and current student among winners of DFW Theater Critics Forum Awards.
Alumni News
September 23, 2014
Actor Brian Baumgartner '95 shares laughs and serious moments at Meadows.
Alumni News
September 23, 2014
Virginia Kull ’04 and Candice Patton ’07 are featured in two new television shows this fall.
Alumni News
September 23, 2014
Actor Brian Baumgartner '95 shares laughs and serious moments at Meadows.
Alumni News
December 11, 2014
At TEDxSMU, Kelly Stoetzel ’91 talked about TEDYouth, designed for middle- and high-school students.
Alumni News
December 04, 2014
‘Freestyle’ By SMU Alumnus Michael Waters ’02, ’06, ’12 wins two Best Book Awards
McMurtry revisits American West in newest book
May 07, 2014
Andrew Graybill, director of SMU's Clements Center for Southwest Studies, talks about prize-winning author Larry McMurtry's newest book, "The Last Kind Words Saloon."
Professor Anthony Colangelo has been awarded a prestigious Ford Research Fellowship. The Fellowship was established in 2002 through a $1 million pledge from SMU Trustee Gerald J. Ford to foster, reward, and fund outstanding research scholars.
The Department of Anthropology Celebrates its Golden Jubilee
October 14, 2014
SMU celebrates the Department of Anthropology’s Golden Jubilee.
A study co-authored by SMU's Center for Arts Research finds gender equity problems in museums.
Independent study finds that communities with NEA-funded activities are economically diverse
February 04, 2014
NEA funding benefits both rich and poor, says SMU's National Center for Arts Research.
Both SMU Men's and Women's Basketball teams are competing in National Invitational Tournaments this week.
Mustang Basketball teams open seasons in Moody on Friday
November 13, 2014
SMU Men's and Women's Basketball teams open their seasons Friday in Moody Coliseum.
Thursday's SMU at Rutgers game postponed to Friday
February 13, 2014
The SMU and Rutgers men’s basketball game that was scheduled for Thursday night has been postponed to Friday (7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT) due to inclement weather in the Northeast. The game will be broadcast on The American Digital Network.
Men's and Women's Basketball teams reach second rounds
March 21, 2014
Both the SMU Men's Basketball team and the Women's Basketball team have reached the second round of national invitation tournaments.
Men's Basketball team reaches second round of NIT
March 24, 2014
The SMU Men's Basketball team has reached the second round of the National Invitation Tournament.
Videos and stories about the rejuvenated Men's Basketball program at SMU.
Men's Basketball wins 68-64 in close battle with Houston
February 20, 2014
SMU Beats Houston Behind Strong Bench Play, 68-64
Moody Magic & March Madness Collide On Selection Sunday
March 13, 2014
Moody Magic and March Madness will meet in a Selection Sunday Celebration on March 16 at Moody Coliseum, when fans can share the excitement and watch with the players and coaches as NCAA Tournament bids are announced.
Women's Basketball designates Feb. 15 as cancer awareness game
February 12, 2014
The SMU women's basketball program will participate in the Play4Kay initiative, seeking to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. SMU has designated its game against Houston Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. in Moody Coliseum as its Play4Kay game.
SMU Partners With Coaching For Literacy
December 23, 2014
Coaching for Literacy (CFL) is excited to add the SMU Mustangs to its list of supporting teams for the 2014-15 men's basketball season.
Mustangs defeat Clemson in Madison Square Garden 65-59
April 02, 2014
Mustangs defeat Clemson 65-59 in Madison Square Garden and play in NIT finals Thursday.
A Century of SMU Athletics
May 28, 2014
Celebrate “A Century of SMU Athletics” by counting down 100 iconic moments in Mustang history.
SMU equestrian moves to No. 6 after defeating No.1 Georgia
October 29, 2014
The Mustangs came out of the gate strong this weekend after pulling a nail-biting victory over the defending national champion Georgia.
SMU Fall Festival
October 21, 2014
Meet SMU football players and other student athletes, and much more.
Mustangs to face Clemson in Madison Square Garden on April 1
April 01, 2014
Mustangs to face Clemson in Madison Square Garden on April 1 in NIT Semifinal.
SMU Athletics announced today it has entered into a multi-year partnership with Unequal® Technologies, the leading provider of customized, concealed sports protection.
SMU Football adds strong recruiting class
February 06, 2014
SMU Wednesday signed a strong class of 21 student-athletes who will join the football team in 2014. Along with three January enrollees, 24 new Mustangs will suit up in the fall.
SMU Men's Golf wins the inaugural American Athletic Conference championship
Claire Oates named American Athletic Conference Rookie of the Year
November 12, 2014
Soccer player Claire Oates named American Athletic Conference Rookie of the Year, and 12 other Mustangs also receive honors
SMU Athletics honors student, faculty, staff achievements at SMU-Central Florida game
February 28, 2014
SMU Athletics recognized faculty members, staff and student athletes at Saturday's game.
The Mustangs took control in the second half for a 68-54 victory over UC Irvine before 5,031 at Moody Coliseum on March 19.
Men's basketball received a No. 1 seed in the National Invitation Tournament and faces UC Irvine on March 19.
Nic Moore and Nick Russell each scored 16 points as SMU rallied from a 10-point first-half deficit to defeat LSU 80-67 on Monday night to advance to the third round of the NIT.
SMU remains undefeated at home, cruises past UCF, 70-55
March 03, 2014
SMU picked it up on offense and maintained its intensity on defense as the Mustangs cruised to a 70-55 win over UCF.
Men's Basketball named best sports team in Dallas by D Magazine.
With big win and new home, SMU focusing on NCAA tournament berth: 'We have everything now'
January 10, 2014
Men's Basketball faces its second consecutive ranked opponent on Sunday in Louisville.
SMU cracks top 20 in AP men's basketball poll.
An SMU-record 22 nationally-televised regular season games and 11 matchups with 2014 NCAA Tournament teams highlight the 2014-15 SMU men's basketball schedule. The Mustangs' third season under Head Coach Larry Brown features 18 games at Moody Coliseum.
SMU will finish with highest attendance average ever at Moody
February 21, 2014
SMU will finish with a school-record seven sellouts at Moody Coliseum. The previous best was five in 1984-85.
SMU set for National Signing Day
February 04, 2014
On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the Mustang Nation will once again turn its attention to National Signing Day, as SMU Football looks to add another standout recruiting class.
Mustangs top Cal 67-65 to go to NIT Final 4
March 26, 2014
Mustangs top Cal 67-65 to go to the NIT Final 4 at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on April 1.
Minnesota defeats SMU 65-63 for NIT championship
April 04, 2014
Minnesota defeats SMU 65-63 to win the NIT Championship Thursday night at Madison Square Garden.
New York City, Here We Come
March 27, 2014
The SMU Men's Basketball team defeated Cal 67-65 to go to the NIT Final 4 at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on April 1.
Ten SMU swimmers and divers have been honored as Scholar All-America selections.
The SMU indoor track & field team won the inaugural Indoor American Athletic Conference Indoor Championship as the Mustangs totaled 118.5 points over the two-day meet.
The SMU track & field team won the inaugural American Athletic Conference Outdoor Championship.
Mustangs Increase Votes Received In American Volleyball Coaches Association Top 25 Poll
September 22, 2014
The Mustangs received votes in the AVCA Coaches Top 25 Poll for the third straight week after winning three matches at the SMU Doubletree Classic to extend their win streak to a program-best 11 matches.
SMU student-athletes logged 2,340 community service hours in the 2013-2014 academic year, exceeding the equivalent of an entire year's worth of work.
SMU will host UCF on Tuesday for a 10 a.m. CT women’s basketball game at Moody Coliseum and everyone is invited, as the game is now open to the public with free admission.
Seniors Shine In Win Against UCF On Senior Day
March 04, 2014
Keena Mays scored 26 points, leading three seniors in double figures as SMU (17-12, 8-10 American Athletic Conference) knocked off UCF (10-19, 3-15 The American) 79-67 on Senior Day in Moody Coliseum Tuesday.
Mustangs Top Texas Southern, 84-72, In First Round Of WNIT
March 20, 2014
Senior Keena Mays score 32 points, including five three-pointers, to lead the SMU Mustangs to an 84-72 win over Texas Southern in the first round of the WNIT in Moody Coliseum on Thursday night.
SMU Women's Basketball coaches are #Chillin4Charity
July 03, 2014
The SMU Women's Basketball coaches decided recently to #chill4charity in support of the Kay Yow Cancer Fund
Atlanta area alumni, parents and friends lend their support to SMU’s Second Century Campaign.
SMU students meet with officials at the AT&T Foundry® for a collaborative exercise.
Meadows graduate voice student Audra Methvin wins $10,000 first prize in Dallas Opera Guild vocal competition
March 18, 2014
Meadows graduate student Audra Methvin, 27, a soprano pursuing a Performer’s Diploma in voice with Professor Virginia Dupuy, won the $10,000 first prize in the 26th Annual Dallas Opera Guild Vocal Competition held this weekend at the Winspear Opera House.