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SMU Moves Some Final Exams After Cyberattack Affecting Canvas Systems
SMU has rescheduled some final exams after Canvas, a web-based learning management system used by it and thousands of other schools and universities, was impacted by a cyberattack
News
SMU Taps Kit Sawers to Lead The Dallas Office
Sawers will join SMU on Aug. 3, leading regional engagement across business development, research partnerships and student career pathways
News
SMU, Methodist Conference End Legal Fight
A yearslong legal dispute between SMU and the South Central Jurisdiction of The United Methodist Church over governance of the university is over.
Entertainment
Film on SMU Alumnus Killed in Ukraine Oscar Nominated
A documentary about journalist and SMU alumnus Brent Renaud, who was killed in 2022 while covering the war in Ukraine, was nominated for an Oscar.
News
New Efforts Planned After Large Search For Missing SMU Professor
The family of Dallas lawyer and SMU professor Charles Hosch plans to continue searching for him although a major effort on March 14 and 15 ended without success.
General
Donors Make $50M Gift to Boost SMU Athletics
A group of four families ponied up $50 million to boost student athletics by funding scholarships, Name Image and Likeness (NIL) advancement, and revenue sharing.
General
Jack Betts: Building a Legacy
The former 20 Under 40 honoree talks athletics, mental health, and returning home
Living
SMU Study Explores How Imagining Regret Can Drive Action
A new study suggests that imagining how you might feel after skipping a flu shot might be key to actually getting one.
Schools
SMU Honors 2025 Distinguished Alumni, Emerging Leader
Five outstanding leaders in faith ministry, community advocacy, corporate management, entrepreneurism/business leadership, and digital marketing strategy were honored.
Business
SMU Grad Masters 5 Elements of Success
For martial arts studio owner Gerardo Mulas, it’s been a winding path of resilience from Madrid to Dallas.
Community
SMU Announces the Passing of Philanthropist Nancy Dedman
A graduate of SMU and a consistent supporter of higher education, Dedman and her family have played a significant role in shaping the University for more than 75 years.
Schools
Hartzell Eyes Dramatic Ascent for SMU
More than 1,000 students, faculty, staff, alumni, neighbors, and distinguished guests from across academia and the nation attended the inauguration and installation ceremony of SMU’s new president on Sept. 12 at the Moody Coliseum.
Ex-SMU Star DeChambeau Remains Bullish on LIV Golf
Just like Scottie Scheffler or Jordan Spieth at the Byron Nelson on the PGA Tour, Bryson DeChambeau now has a local golf tournament to call his own.
Happenings on the Hill
Talk about going out on top. R. Gerald Turner's tenure as SMU’s president concludes as the university wraps up its ambitious SMU Ignited: Boldly Shaping Tomorrow capital campaign three years ahead of schedule.
Announcements
Shilo Brooks Named President of Bush Presidential Center
Brooks, who will begin his duties on September 2, 2025, succeeds Ken Hersh, who previously announced his intention to retire after nine years in this role.
SMU Launches MeSpace Sensory-Friendly Workspace
Through a collaboration with the DASS office, Hughes-Trigg Student Center, and SMU Libraries, SMU is testing MeSpace, a plug-and-play, sensory-friendly study space .
Entrepreneurship Students Dive Into ‘Shark Tank’ Competition
Who says you have to swim with the sharks to soar like an eagle?
Remarkable Women
Fashion Star Quits SMU Program to Pursue Dream
Starting with small shows in her local showroom and private shows in Preston Hollow homes, rising fashion star Esé Grembowski now shows at New York Fashion Week.