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New Criminal Justice Building
USM Launches Crime Scene Investigation Major
November 12, 2025
The foundation allows youth to showcase talents, compete and earn scholarships.
Mother Turns Tragedy into Purpose
November 12, 2025
The wish list for the Food Drive SCSC and GEF are hosting.
USM Clubs Team Up for Turkey Bowl Food Drive
November 12, 2025
Housed in the School of Humanities, the degree brings together three areas of study.
USM Launches New Philosophy, Religion and Law Major
November 12, 2025
A table showing students how much sugar they consume by each drink on the table.
Fall Wellness Festival Promotes Health and Connection on Campus
November 12, 2025
Dr. Kelly Lester during her trip to France for the Fulbright France Fellowship
Dr. Kelly Lester: From Dance Passion to Academic Leadership
November 12, 2025
Macy Necaise writes, performs, and produces her own music.
Student Pursues Music Career Rooted in Family and Passion
November 5, 2025
Multiple people in Horton Foote‘s life have been interviewed for the documentary.
Retired Southern Miss Professor Nears Completion of 40-Year Documentary
November 5, 2025
Billy Wingo, happy to have survived and be here today.
From Vietnam to Valor: Mississippi Veteran Reflects on a Life of Service and Family
November 5, 2025
Joshua Gerjuan Brown, founder of JB Boxing and Fitness.
Faith, Fight, and Perseverance: The Story Behind JB Boxing & Fitness
November 5, 2025
The Art of Letting Go: Learning from Friendships That Don’t Last
November 12, 2025
Opinion: The Gentrification of Black Queer Culture
November 5, 2025
Opinion: Performative Males are Not the Only Ones Performing
November 5, 2025
How College Athletics Became an American Institution
How College Athletics Became an American Institution
November 5, 2025
Coffee and Connection: Grounds for Concern
October 29, 2025
Representation of a scene of the movie Submarine.
Opinion: How ‘Submarine’ Redefined the Coming-of-Age Film
October 1, 2025
Sabrina Carpenter’s Career Growth Brings Popularity and Controversy
October 1, 2025
YouTube thumbnail for Black Pegasus' reaction to Gordon Lightfoot's "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald"
Opinion: YouTube Reactors Bring Classic Music Back
October 1, 2025
Film Review: One Battle After Another – A Relentless Thrill Ride
October 1, 2025
A person listening to music.
Students Find Connection Through Music
September 17, 2025
Lady Eagles Pick Up Pair of In-State Stars on Signing Day
Lady Eagles Pick Up Pair of In-State Stars on Signing Day
November 13, 2025
The Lady Golden Eagles won 113-39, the largest win margin in school history.
Lady Golden Eagles Notch Historic Victory
November 12, 2025
Though it’s still new, the Disc Golf Club has grown steadily during this semester.
USM Disc Golf Club Finds Momentum under New Leadership
November 12, 2025
The Lady Golden Eagles won 92-80, the second win in the Bilderback era.
Lady Golden Eagles Stay Unbeaten in Bilderback Era
November 7, 2025
Southern Miss volleyball dropped a three-set match against Texas State on Saturday.
Golden Eagles Fall to Texas State in Three-Set Match
November 5, 2025
Southern Miss Today 11.06.2025
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November 6, 2025
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November 5, 2025
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November 4, 2025
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November 3, 2025
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October 28, 2025
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November 6, 2025
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November 4, 2025
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November 3, 2025
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Southern Miss Today 10.28.25
October 28, 2025
News You Need October 24, 2025
News You Need October 24, 2025
October 24, 2025
News You Need October 10, 2025
News You Need October 10, 2025
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News You Need October 3, 2025
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News You Need September 26, 2025
News You Need September 26, 2025
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News You Need September 19, 2025
News You Need September 19, 2025
September 19, 2025
Breaking Story - USM hires Charles Huff
Breaking Story – USM hires Charles Huff
December 9, 2024
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 5
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 5
November 23, 2024
Breaking Story - Will Hall fired
Breaking Story – Will Hall fired
October 21, 2024
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 4
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 4
October 19, 2024
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 3
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 3
October 5, 2024
Season 4, Ep. 3: Men’s basketball’s Austin Crowley and Assistant Coach Nick Williams join the show to talk all about Men’s Basketball.
January 23, 2023
Southern Miss Beach Volleyball joins Sun Belt as league adds sport
Southern Miss Beach Volleyball joins Sun Belt as league adds sport
January 20, 2023
Season 4, Ep. 2: Heath Hinton of Big Gold Nation joins the show to talk Austin Armstrong news and recruiting, Update on basketball, and what we did over the break!
Season 4, Ep. 2: Heath Hinton of Big Gold Nation joins the show to talk Austin Armstrong news and recruiting, Update on basketball, and what we did over the break!
January 17, 2023
4th Street Sports Show, Season 3 – Episode 8
October 17, 2022
4th Street Sports Show, Season 3 – Episode 7
October 12, 2022
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HOWELL: Southern Miss should ditch Pearl once and for all following Tuesday's sod debacle

HOWELL: Southern Miss should ditch Pearl once and for all following Tuesday’s sod debacle

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
March 29, 2023
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[Photo] Southern Miss ends remarkable season with NIT loss to UAB 88-60

Dima Mixon, Sports Writer
March 14, 2023
Southern Miss bounces back, sweeps Dallas Baptist

Southern Miss bounces back, sweeps Dallas Baptist

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
March 3, 2023
Ladner, Golden Eagles pick up Sun Belt Conference Honors

Ladner, Golden Eagles pick up Sun Belt Conference Honors

Jackson Howell and Charlie Luttrell
February 28, 2023
The Gradebook: Southern Miss walks-off against Illinois 14-13

The Gradebook: Southern Miss walks-off against Illinois 14-13

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
February 25, 2023
Golden Eagles flunk after Friday's 13-5 loss to Illinois

Golden Eagles flunk after Friday’s 13-5 loss to Illinois

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
February 24, 2023
Breaking down Southern Miss Football's 2023 schedule release

Breaking down Southern Miss Football’s 2023 schedule release

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
February 24, 2023
Southern Miss makes the Honor Roll after Sunday's 7-2 win over Liberty

Southern Miss makes the Honor Roll after Sunday’s 7-2 win over Liberty

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
February 19, 2023
Grading Southern Miss' performance in 2-1 victory over Liberty

Grading Southern Miss’ performance in 2-1 victory over Liberty

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
February 18, 2023
Southern Miss finishes the season undefeated at home, defeating Georgia Southern 73-62

Southern Miss finishes the season undefeated at home, defeating Georgia Southern 73-62

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
February 18, 2023
USM Basketball’s historic turnaround turned Jay Ladner into Hattiesburg’s favorite son.

USM Basketball’s historic turnaround turned Jay Ladner into Hattiesburg’s favorite son.

Jackson Howell, Sports Writer
February 15, 2023
Southern Miss holds off Texas State, advances to 12-0 at home

Southern Miss holds off Texas State, advances to 12-0 at home

Jackson Howell, 4th Street Sports Reporter
January 28, 2023
A C-USA flag flies above M. M. Roberts Stadium before the game in 2019.

USM Paid $1.75 Million to Exit C-USA

Jackson Howell, SM2 Sports Reporter
September 21, 2022
Kyron and Kamron Barnes stand next to each other during their first game at Southern Miss. | Photos: Charlie Luttrell

From Fayette to Hattiesburg, the Barnes Twins Stick Together on the Gridiron 

Jackson Howell, SM2 Reporter
September 21, 2022
Southern Miss sets record for longest winning streak in program history

Southern Miss sets record for longest winning streak in program history

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
April 27, 2022
Southern Miss reaches highest ranking in program history

Southern Miss reaches highest ranking in program history

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
April 19, 2022
Berry passes Palmer in wins as Southern Miss escapes Southeastern Louisiana

Berry passes Palmer in wins as Southern Miss escapes Southeastern Louisiana

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
April 13, 2022
A C-USA flag flies above M. M. Roberts Stadium before the game in 2019.

Case Closed: Southern Miss officially leaves Conference USA

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
April 3, 2022
Southern Miss Baseball snaps losing streak against South Alabama

Southern Miss Baseball snaps losing streak against South Alabama

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
March 9, 2022
'The Batman' shines as an excellent noir thriller

‘The Batman’ shines as an excellent noir thriller

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
March 8, 2022
A C-USA flag flies above M. M. Roberts Stadium before the game in 2019.

Sun Belt welcomes Southern Miss as C-USA seeks legal action

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
March 3, 2022
A C-USA flag flies above M. M. Roberts Stadium before the game in 2019.

Southern Miss at odds with Conference USA over early exit

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
February 17, 2022
Sep 17, 2017; New Orleans, LA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) makes a throw in the second half against the New Orleans Saints at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Patriots won, 36-20.

Tom Brady retires as the greatest of all time

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
February 2, 2022
Jan 2, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton on the sidelines in the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

End of an era: Sean Payton steps away as Saints coach

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
February 2, 2022
Joseph Weishaar

Ghostface Returns as Scream (2022) Takes Over Theaters

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
January 31, 2022
Southern Miss finishes season strong with win over FIU

Southern Miss finishes season strong with win over FIU

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
November 28, 2021
Southern Miss Football looks to avoid ninth consecutive loss

Southern Miss Football looks to avoid ninth consecutive loss

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
November 18, 2021
Polymer science students work on an experiment.

Southern Miss Research Lab awarded $6.3 million contract

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
November 17, 2021
Preview: Southern Miss faces ranked UTSA on the road

Preview: Southern Miss faces ranked UTSA on the road

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
November 12, 2021
Southern Miss prepares for road match against Middle Tennessee State

Southern Miss prepares for road match against Middle Tennessee State

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
October 28, 2021
Preview: Southern Miss faces test against UAB at home

Preview: Southern Miss faces test against UAB at home

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
October 14, 2021
Jake Lange makes first collegiate start as Golden Eagles face UTEP

Jake Lange makes first collegiate start as Golden Eagles face UTEP

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
October 8, 2021
Saints v Giants

Saints lose in overtime during return to Superdome

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
October 5, 2021
Third quarterback takes over as Southern Miss falls short to Rice

Third quarterback takes over as Southern Miss falls short to Rice

Jackson Howell and Jackson Howell
October 3, 2021
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