My thesis student and University of Mississippi alumnus Taylor McGraw (right) receiving the 2010 Barksdale Award from Honors College Dean Doug Sullivan-Gonzalez and congratulated by the great Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel.

I have had some pretty remarkable experiences at the University of Mississippi, as well as some wonderful students to work with (Yes, I end sometimes with a preposition). It’s deeply meaningful to see one’s students so honored and successful.