Rachel Davis Mersey
@rdmersey
@smu provost and @smumeadows professor; formerly dean @utexasmoody; before that @Facebook, aka @Meta, and @medillschool @northwesternu
From fostering groundbreaking programs to demonstrating their dedication to public service, the faculty and staff at @SMULawSchool are shaping the student experience and helping lead the future of legal education. Thanks, Dean Nance, for taking the time to show us around and…
Increased competition in the “market for markets” will benefit investors and companies alike. That’s a large reason why the Texas Stock Exchange will lift our financial system and help us grow and flourish. Read my @dallasnews op-ed on this topic: dallasnews.com/opinion/commen…
Feeling inspired after @JCHartzell and I met with Dean Bryan P. Stone and @PerkinsSMU leadership team—their dedication to delivering world-class theological education is shaping the next generation of leaders. We are honored to support our faculty and staff who continue to…
Returning from an inspirational weekend at SMU-in-Taos Cultural Institute!! It was a wonderful opportunity to participate in unique and in-depth educational programs in culture, art and history, and to connect with our Mustang community in beautiful Northern New Mexico!
We're excited to welcome Grant S. Moise, CEO of DallasNews Corporation & Publisher of the @dallasnews, as the new Chair of SMU’s @MaguireEthics Advisory Board! With a career dedicated to responsible journalism and civic engagement, he brings a strong voice for civic leadership &…
The Mustang Momentum continues to build! Dean Holly Jeffcoat, together with the @SMU_Libraries team, supports our pursuit of even greater academic excellence! They propel the interdisciplinary success of our Mustang community, fostering innovation and championing a culture of…
Great conversation this morning with the @dallasnews Editorial Board. I was excited to meet with one of the top papers in the country to share our goals to accelerate SMU’s trajectory & find new, innovative & bold ways to serve Dallas, Texas, & beyond. Thanks to the Board for the…
We are thrilled to announce Grant Moise, CEO of DallasNews Corporation and Publisher of The Dallas Morning News, has been appointed Chair of the Maguire Center for Ethics & Public Responsibility Advisory Board. Learn more: smu.edu/news/latest/gr…
Happy Friday! Evidence that I had a good week on the Hilltop!👟
Thanks to outgoing Student Trustee Jude Lugo ’25 for coming by in the middle of his busy summer to share his expertise and wisdom during my first few weeks at @SMU! Congrats on your postgrad work with DFW startup @mozee_official_!
The SMU Police Department is heading to Kerrville this Friday, July 11, to assist local law enforcement following the recent flooding. As part of those efforts, donations to bring directly to those affected will be collected on SMU campus this week. If you’re unable to drop off…
Had a great meeting with @JCHartzell and the @SMUCox Dean, Todd Milbourn. @SMUCox is committed to being at the heart of Dallas’ economic engine and entrepreneurial energy – driving innovation, fueling growth and creating opportunity. First in Dallas. Then in Texas. Then beyond.…
My intro post for @dallasnews. #Cowboys fans, my responsibility is to you, and my ambition is to tell you the best stories possibles. Why I’m excited, humbled and motivated to be the newest Dallas Morning News Cowboys beat reporter. dallasnews.com/sports/cowboys…
Spent yesterday afternoon with the outstanding leadership team @SMUDedman and their new dean. Dedman College’s impact spans disciplines and touches the education of every SMU student. Grateful for the research and teaching happening there!!
SMU is happy to announce that Michael Harris, a longtime Simmons professor and former department chair, has been appointed Dean ad interim of @smusimmons. Join us in congratulating him as he starts his new role! 👏 Learn more: bit.ly/3G41lUN
#MustangMomentum starts early!! 🐴
Got a very special package on the mail today📦 Thank you to @SMU for all the swag!🎓 My 5th graders will light up when they see it. Planting the seed of college early changes lives. when our students see themselves in college, they believe they belong there❤️💙📚 #CollegeBound
With a history of serving students, extensive expertise in religious studies, and a background as an SMU alum, Dean Stone brings both academic excellence and Mustang spirit to his new role leading @PerkinsSMU. His vision builds on Perkins’ legacy of preparing faith-informed…
Meet the newest Mustangs: Bryan P. Stone '92 🐴 🔴 What aspects of Perkins’ mission resonate most with you? 🔵 "The breadth and expansiveness of the Perkins’ mission resonates strongly with me as well as its stated mission of making theological education accessible to persons…
A new chapter begins at Dedman College! As the core of SMU academics, @SMUDedman is where liberal arts and the sciences converge, where minds are opened and perspectives broadened, and where every Mustang develops critical analytical and writing skills. Thrilled to see Janan…
Meet the newest Mustangs: Janarthanan Jayawickramarajah 🐴 🔴 How do you plan to foster interdisciplinary collaboration between the sciences, social sciences and humanities? 🔵 "My role as dean is to amplify our collective strengths, champion interdisciplinary opportunities,…