The University of Memphis is a public research university in Memphis, Tennessee, founded in 1912. The Tigers compete in the American Athletic Conference at the Division I level. UofM is the flagship metropolitan research institution of Tennessee and is known for its strong programs in business, law, education, psychology, engineering, and the health sciences. The Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law and the Fogelman College of Business and Economics are among the most respected programs in the mid-South. The university is embedded in the vibrant cultural life of Memphis — birthplace of blues, soul…