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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 3, 2025
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October 28, 2025
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November 4, 2025
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November 3, 2025
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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
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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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All content by Kennedi Drake

Student Loan Forgiveness: What USM Students Need to Know

Kennedi Drake
November 12, 2025
Joshua Gerjuan Brown, founder of JB Boxing and Fitness.

Faith, Fight, and Perseverance: The Story Behind JB Boxing & Fitness

Kennedi Drake
November 5, 2025
Swing Dance Class at the Payne Center.

USM Swing Dance Class Boosts Confidence and Mental Health

Kennedi Drake
October 29, 2025
Participants of Hattiesburg's Pink Monday Celebration, a tradition dedicated to raising awareness for breast cancer and honoring survivors.

Pink Monday Celebration Spreads Hope in Hattiesburg

Kennedi Drake
October 22, 2025
RISE students during the first week of the fall semester.

Students with Disabilities Achieve Success through RISE

Kennedi Drake
October 15, 2025

Hattiesburg Fire Department Launches New Alert System

Kennedi Drake
October 8, 2025
Tom McDermott performs at a USM event sponsored by Established Artists and Recording Students (EARS).

Tom McDermott: Master of Ragtime and New Orleans Piano

Kennedi Drake
October 1, 2025
Dr. Eddie Holloway

Street Renamed in Honor of Dr. Eddie Holloway

Kennedi Drake
September 24, 2025

Eureka School Preserves Historical Legacy

Kennedi Drake
September 17, 2025

Hattiesburg Health Clinic Helps Uninsured Residents

Kennedi Drake
September 10, 2025

USM Crosswalk Accidents Spark Safety Calls

Kennedi Drake
September 3, 2025

Office of Sustainability Provides Free School Supplies

Kennedi Drake
August 27, 2025
Aubrey K. Lucas Administration Building

USM Outlines Title IX Process

Kennedi Drake
April 9, 2025

USM Crosswalk Safety Concerns Raised

Kennedi Drake
April 2, 2025
Students enter the USM Office of Financial Aid.

Students Split on Loan Forgiveness Program

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
January 29, 2025
Southern Miss students walk near the residence halls on campus.

Freshman Residency Rule Sparks Mixed Reactions

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
November 21, 2024

Artificial Intelligence Raises Concerns at Mississippi Universities

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
November 7, 2024

Students Debate Lowering Alcohol Age Requirement

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
November 6, 2024
USM School of Music students perform in the Symphonic Orchestra during POPS in the Park.

USM hosts POPS in the Park

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
October 9, 2024

USM students express concerns over gun laws

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
October 2, 2024
USM student, Theo Pierce completes origami paper cranes that other students started.

Origami used to promote Suicide Prevention Month on campus

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
September 25, 2024
USM students at the Eagle Dining trivia night event hosted by Eagle Dining marketing interns.

USM students benefiting from Eagle Dining internship program

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
September 25, 2024
Jordaen Samuel

USM students express concerns about presidential election

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
September 19, 2024
Jerami Posey

Player balances mental health, education, game

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
September 18, 2024
EagleTHON was hosted at Spirit Park to raise money for the children of Blair E. Batson’s Children’s Hospital.

EagleTHON kicks off for charity at USM

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
May 2, 2024
Crowds at Hub Fest were able to visit the beloved Pocket Museum, shielded by colorful umbrellas.

Hattiesburg hosts annual Hub Fest

Kennedi Drake, Multimedia Journalist
April 1, 2024
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