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The Pete Taylor Park held trick-or-treating for the community.

Trick-Or-Treat at The Pete Offers Safe Alternative to Door to Door

Karley Miller | November 5, 2025

Modern day trick-or-treating is very different from what it was back in the day. Today, more and more parents across the country do not let their children trick-or-treat by going door to door and asking...

The Longleaf Trace offers a place to unwind, connect with nature and stay active.

Longleaf Trace Promotes Wellness and Connection for College Students

Lily Burghard | November 5, 2025

In an age of constant technology, nature provides a needed break. College can be a stressful time, and many students struggle to balance academics with self-care. The Longleaf Trace offers a nearby place...

The Halloween Silent Movie returned this year with a screening of the 1925 classic silent film, "The Phantom of the Opera."

Marsh Auditorium Hosts Annual Halloween Silent Movie

Gabe Caraway | November 5, 2025

Marsh Auditorium became standing room only as the Southern Miss community filed in to view the 1925 classic silent film, “The Phantom of the Opera,” on Oct. 26, as part of the annual Halloween Silent...

Stacks of cans at The Edwards Street Fellowship Center, as they prepare to serve more people.

Federal Shutdown Stops SNAP Payments

Gabrielle Cox | November 5, 2025

No Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will be issued in Mississippi due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. SNAP provides benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery...

FASFA landing page with options for students to click to.

FAFSA Applications Open for 2026–2027 School Year

Stephani Perez-Munoz | November 5, 2025

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2026–2027 school year opened Oct. 1, giving students another chance to secure grants, loans and scholarships to help fund their college education...

“Curious George” creators Hans and Margret Rey.

Curious George Creators’ Legacy Finds Home at USM

Sophia Vitrano | November 5, 2025

An iconic, curious monkey has found a new home in Hattiesburg. The University of Southern Mississippi’s McCain Library and Archives now houses the original artworks, drawings and personal artifacts of...

Southern Miss Libraries hosted a panel about open access, publishing and scientific integrity on Oct. 30.

USM Panel Discusses Open Access and Research Integrity

Nishrenika Pokhrel | November 5, 2025

Southern Miss Libraries hosted a panel about open access, publishing, and scientific integrity on Oct 30. The panelists were Dr. Mac Alford, Dr. Courtney Luckhardt, Dr. Douglas Masterson, Dr. Donald Sacco...

Coca-Cola announced cane sugar would return to American markets.

Coca-Cola Releases American Made Variant with Cane Sugar

Andrew Baeuerle | November 5, 2025

In the 1980s, Coca-Cola did a lot of experimenting. New variants such as New Coke and Cherry Coke took a toll on the company, and cost-cutting followed. One major change was the removal of cane sugar from...

Voter Station at Forrest County's Circuit Office

USM Student Engages in Local Politics

Tyshun Hopson | November 4, 2025

On a crisp fall morning at the University of Southern Mississippi, students hurry across campus balancing coffee cups and class notes, but this semester, some are also juggling campaign schedules, voter...

The exhibit honors the career of Professor Emeritus William Baggett, as well as several other USM alumni and contemporary artists.

USM Art Exhibit Honors Legacy of William Baggett

Gabe Caraway | October 29, 2025

Over the past week, the University of Southern Mississippi’s Art and Design program in the School of Performing and Visual Arts hosted Raisonné, a printmaking exhibition honoring Professor Emeritus...

Institute for Disability Studies provides resources and information for inclusion and advocacy.

Taylor Carley Empowers People with Special Needs

Rosainys Almonte | October 29, 2025

In a world that can overlook the voices of people with special needs, Robert “Taylor” Carley shines a guiding light, helping them find and raise their voices. Through his work as a self-advocacy...

Fresh Food Company.

Eagle Dining Requires Student Cards for Fresh Food Company Access

Sambhav Pyakurel | October 29, 2025

Eagle Dining has announced that students must now present their student ID cards to enter the Fresh Food Company, effectively removing access via the GET app. The announcement was made on the dining service’s...

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