The Duff Center

The Duff Center for Science and Technology Innovation at the University of Mississippi is a state-of-the-art STEM facility featuring active learning classrooms, laboratories and collaborative spaces designed for modern science education.

Hours of Operation

Monday–Friday

7:00 AM – 10:00 PM*

Saturday & Sunday

Closed**

*Hours may change during finals or outside of Fall & Spring semesters.
**Hours may change for special events.

STEM Learning Starts Here

The Jim and Thomas Duff Center for Science and Technology Innovation is the largest academic building on the University of Mississippi campus and a central hub for STEM education. Opened in fall 2024, the 202,000-square-foot facility brings together classrooms, teaching laboratories and collaborative spaces designed to support the way science and technology are taught today.

3 people drawing at a white board from both sides

Technology-Enabled Active Learning Classrooms

More than 50 Technology-Enabled Active Learning (TEAL) classrooms, one holding more than 90 students. It allows students to work in teams. Round-table layouts, shared displays and digital whiteboards support collaborative problem solving while instructors move between groups to guide discussion and provide feedback.

a duff class room with tools fro chemistry and biology class like gas pipes

Modern Teaching Laboratories

Laboratories throughout the building support coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, engineering and related disciplines. Equipped with advanced safety and ventilation systems, these spaces allow students to conduct experiments and explore scientific concepts through hands-on investigation.

students on their laptop learning in a collaboration place

3 girls working in the duff-center lobby on a group project

Collaborative Spaces

Open atriums, group study rooms, and shared workspaces encourage collaboration and teamwork among students.

Building Impact

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$175
Million

investment in science and technology education

202K
Square Feet

of STEM learning space

2,000
Students

can be accommodated simultaneously in labs and learning spaces

Reserve a Space or Schedule a Tour

Explore options for booking space in the Duff Center, from private study rooms and small offices and guided Tours, find below ways to get more information's.

Private Study Rooms & Small Offices

The Duff Center provides private study rooms and small offices throughout the building, all equipped with smart boards, whiteboards and ergonomic chairs for a comfortable, productive experience. Reservations apply only to university departments and registered student organizations (RSOs).
Reserve a Space
Guided Tours

Schedule a guided tour of the Duff Center and explore the building with a staff member who will walk you through the spaces, highlight each room’s specialty and explain how the facilities are used.
Request a Tour

From the Duff Brothers

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Duff brothers on the New STEM Center

The Duff brothers share their perspective on the importance of giving back and supporting the future of STEM education at the University of Mississippi.

Our Building Team

The team behind the Duff Center manages daily operations and supports the spaces that make teaching, learning, and collaboration possible throughout the building.