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Donzaleigh Abernathy during the Armstrong-Branch Lecture Series.
Donzaleigh Abernathy calls for love amidst a world of hate
March 20, 2023
The Turtle Creek Mall in West Hattiesburg is evacuated after an 18-year-old was shot near the food court Saturday afternoon.
Terror at the mall: Student recalls shooting
March 8, 2023
USM chef claims top prize at Aramark Culinary Excellence Competition
USM chef claims top prize at Aramark Culinary Excellence Competition
March 8, 2023
USM Walks ‘Out of Darkness’ for Suicide Prevention
USM Walks ‘Out of Darkness’ for Suicide Prevention
March 8, 2023
Abernathy has a lifetime of civil rights stories to tell
Abernathy has a lifetime of civil rights stories to tell
February 28, 2023
Donzaleigh Abernathy during the Armstrong-Branch Lecture Series.
Donzaleigh Abernathy calls for love amidst a world of hate
March 20, 2023
USM chef claims top prize at Aramark Culinary Excellence Competition
USM chef claims top prize at Aramark Culinary Excellence Competition
March 8, 2023
Abernathy has a lifetime of civil rights stories to tell
Abernathy has a lifetime of civil rights stories to tell
February 28, 2023
Raylawni Branch, one of USMs first African American students in 1965 talks to SMTV recently about her experiences.
“Never Been Afraid”: An Interview with Raylawni Branch
February 25, 2023
USM faculty and staff raise concerns about the latest artificial intelligence tool ChatGPT 
USM faculty and staff raise concerns about the latest artificial intelligence tool ChatGPT 
February 20, 2023
Southern Miss Greek life held its 2018 sorority bid day.
Searching for sisterhood: Bid Day 2018
September 12, 2018
Alpha Chi Omega hosts Red Carnation Gala
Alpha Chi Omega hosts Red Carnation Gala
April 18, 2018
This years EagleTHON was a huge success amongst students. Photo: Hannah Beaver
EagleThon raises money for Blair E. Batson
February 20, 2018
Alpha Chi Omega raises domestic violence awareness
Alpha Chi Omega raises domestic violence awareness
February 6, 2018
Harvard sorority girls ask that you #HearHerHarvard
Harvard sorority girls ask that you #HearHerHarvard
January 30, 2018
Graphic by Kathleen Hetherington.
“Borderlands 3” wows fans as one of 2019’s best
October 1, 2019
Graphic by Lillie Busch
“Fortnite” video game dominates Mississippi
September 4, 2019
McGrone dissects the ‘worst’ qualities of great PS4 games
McGrone dissects the ‘worst’ qualities of great PS4 games
April 24, 2019
New college football video game to launch in 2020
New college football video game to launch in 2020
May 1, 2018
Father-son relationship explored in ‘God of War’
Father-son relationship explored in ‘God of War’
April 24, 2018
The Turtle Creek Mall in West Hattiesburg is evacuated after an 18-year-old was shot near the food court Saturday afternoon.
Terror at the mall: Student recalls shooting
March 8, 2023
Raylawni Branch, one of USMs first African American students in 1965 talks to SMTV recently about her experiences.
“Never Been Afraid”: An Interview with Raylawni Branch
February 25, 2023
A parade attendee tries to get the attention of people on floats as the floats drive by during Hattiesburgs Caerus Parade for Mardi Gras on Hardy Street on February 18, 2023.
Photos: Caerus Parade Floats by Campus
February 20, 2023
A bull rider falls to the ground after he was thrown off of his bull at the 37th Southern Miss Coca Cola Classic Rodeo on January 27th at the Forrest County Multipurpose Center.
Photos: Horsing around at the 37th annual USM-Coca Cola Rodeo
February 2, 2023
Construction of the Serengeti Springs waterpark is underway at the Hattiesburg Zoo.
Locals express concern with Serengeti Springs Waterpark
January 24, 2023
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
November 16, 2022
No-shave November in full swing
No-shave November in full swing
November 16, 2022
Oakland Raiders former punter Ray Guy walks the red carpet prior to the 2014 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement at Fawcett Stadium.
Southern Miss Legendary Punter & NFL Hall of Famer Ray Guy Passes at 73
November 3, 2022
President Joe Biden.
Federal Court blocks student loan forgiveness act from moving forward
November 2, 2022
Flyer for National Dropout Prevention Month. | Courtesy of National Dropout Prevention Center.
National Dropout Prevention Month
October 26, 2022
USM history faculty reacts to war in Ukraine
USM history faculty reacts to war in Ukraine
March 23, 2022
Letter to the Editor: Lies, Hubris, and Imperial Overreach: Vladimir Putins Ill-Advised War in Ukraine
Letter to the Editor: Lies, Hubris, and Imperial Overreach: Vladimir Putin’s Ill-Advised War in Ukraine
March 2, 2022
International students at USM request more involvement from university
International students at USM request more involvement from university
January 26, 2022
International student talks university life pre- and post-COVID
International student talks university life pre- and post-COVID
December 1, 2021
Annual International Education Week helps student express culture
Annual International Education Week helps student express culture
November 17, 2021
A parade attendee tries to get the attention of people on floats as the floats drive by during Hattiesburgs Caerus Parade for Mardi Gras on Hardy Street on February 18, 2023.
Photos: Caerus Parade Floats by Campus
February 20, 2023
A bull rider falls to the ground after he was thrown off of his bull at the 37th Southern Miss Coca Cola Classic Rodeo on January 27th at the Forrest County Multipurpose Center.
Photos: Horsing around at the 37th annual USM-Coca Cola Rodeo
February 2, 2023
The minimum wage increase that took place on January 1, 2015 will put more money in the pockets of minimum wage workers, including college-aged workers.-Michael Kavitz
Saving Money as a College Student
November 9, 2022
Julia Brewer Daily poses with her newest novel, The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch. | McKenzie Baird Photography
USM Alum, Author talks debut novel
October 19, 2022
Southern Miss mens golf team celebrates after winning their first tournament of the year in September. | Courtesy of Southern Miss Athletics
Putter of Steel, Nerves of Steel
October 19, 2022
Southern Miss ends remarkable season with NIT loss to UAB 88-60
Southern Miss ends remarkable season with NIT loss to UAB 88-60
March 14, 2023
Southern Miss weathered the storm in dominating fashion with an 11-4 throttling of Valparaiso to claim the series.
Southern Miss weathered the storm in dominating fashion with an 11-4 throttling of Valparaiso to claim the series.
March 10, 2023
No. 4 Ole Miss powers it’s way past No. 22 Southern Miss in Super Regional Rematch. Here are three takeaways.
No. 4 Ole Miss powers it’s way past No. 22 Southern Miss in Super Regional Rematch. Here are three takeaways.
March 7, 2023
Texas State overpowers Southern Miss 85-57, ends Lady Eagles’ title hopes
Texas State overpowers Southern Miss 85-57, ends Lady Eagles’ title hopes
March 5, 2023
Southern Miss collapses late against South Alabama, knocked out of Sun Belt tournament.
Southern Miss collapses late against South Alabama, knocked out of Sun Belt tournament.
March 4, 2023
Sun Belt Tournament Preview & Predictions by the 4th Street Sports Show
Sun Belt Tournament Preview & Predictions by the 4th Street Sports Show
March 3, 2023
Jay Ladner encourages his team against Louisiana
USM Basketball’s historic turnaround turned Jay Ladner into Hattiesburg’s favorite son.
February 15, 2023
2023 Southern Miss baseball preview: Golden Eagles eye Omaha after historic 2022 season
2023 Southern Miss baseball preview: Golden Eagles eye Omaha after historic 2022 season
February 6, 2023
QB Ty Keyes (#5) getting instruction from Head Coach Will Hall.
Season Predictions from the 4th Street Sports Show Staff
September 1, 2022
2022 Super Regional Predictions
June 11, 2022
Breaking down Southern Miss Footballs 2023 schedule release
Breaking down Southern Miss Football’s 2023 schedule release
February 24, 2023
Southern Miss defensive coordinator Austin Armstrong set to be on-field coach at Alabama, will leave Southern Miss after two seasons
Southern Miss defensive coordinator Austin Armstrong set to be on-field coach at Alabama, will leave Southern Miss after two seasons
January 13, 2023
Southern Miss QB Trey Lowe announces he has entered the transfer portal
Southern Miss QB Trey Lowe announces he has entered the transfer portal
December 22, 2022
Frank Gore Jr’s historic performance lifts Southern Miss past Rice in LendingTree Bowl
Frank Gore Jr’s historic performance lifts Southern Miss past Rice in LendingTree Bowl
December 18, 2022
Preview and Early Picks: Southern Miss to face familiar foe in LendingTree Bowl
Preview and Early Picks: Southern Miss to face familiar foe in LendingTree Bowl
December 5, 2022
Southern Miss weathered the storm in dominating fashion with an 11-4 throttling of Valparaiso to claim the series.
Southern Miss weathered the storm in dominating fashion with an 11-4 throttling of Valparaiso to claim the series.
March 10, 2023
No. 4 Ole Miss powers it’s way past No. 22 Southern Miss in Super Regional Rematch. Here are three takeaways.
No. 4 Ole Miss powers it’s way past No. 22 Southern Miss in Super Regional Rematch. Here are three takeaways.
March 7, 2023
Southern Miss bounces back, sweeps Dallas Baptist
Southern Miss bounces back, sweeps Dallas Baptist
March 3, 2023
Pitching continues to be Achilles Heel as four-run eighth inning rally lifts Mississippi State past No. 25 Southern Miss 10-9.
Pitching continues to be Achilles Heel as four-run eighth inning rally lifts Mississippi State past No. 25 Southern Miss 10-9.
March 1, 2023
The Gradebook: Southern Miss walks-off against Illinois 14-13
The Gradebook: Southern Miss walks-off against Illinois 14-13
February 25, 2023
Southern Miss ends remarkable season with NIT loss to UAB 88-60
Southern Miss ends remarkable season with NIT loss to UAB 88-60
March 14, 2023
Texas State overpowers Southern Miss 85-57, ends Lady Eagles’ title hopes
Texas State overpowers Southern Miss 85-57, ends Lady Eagles’ title hopes
March 5, 2023
Southern Miss collapses late against South Alabama, knocked out of Sun Belt tournament.
Southern Miss collapses late against South Alabama, knocked out of Sun Belt tournament.
March 4, 2023
Lady Eagles use strong second half to push past Arkansas State 79-72, advance to semifinals.
Lady Eagles use strong second half to push past Arkansas State 79-72, advance to semifinals.
March 3, 2023
Ladner, Golden Eagles pick up Sun Belt Conference Honors
Ladner, Golden Eagles pick up Sun Belt Conference Honors
February 28, 2023
City commemorates post 9/11
City commemorates post 9/11
September 11, 2014
Eagles take on Bulldogs
April 6, 2014
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
February 17, 2022
Lina May leads the Golden Eagles with four Top 25 finishes in 2021. Photo Courtesy of Southern Miss Athletics
Cross Country runner leads team in first season back from injury
November 10, 2021
The Southern Miss baseball team wins the 2019 Conference USA tournament in Biloxi, MS. Photo by: Makayla Puckett
USM sports through the decade
December 7, 2019
Southern Miss competes in Commodore Classic
Southern Miss competes in Commodore Classic
September 15, 2019
Pictured: Sandra Szpott Photo by: Andrew Abadie
Cross Country finishes season at NCAA Regional
November 14, 2018
News You Need, Season 2, Episode 6
March 6, 2023
News You Need, Season 2, Episode 5
February 26, 2023
News You Need, Season 2, Episode 4
February 20, 2023
News You Need, Season 2, Episode 3
February 15, 2023
News You Need, Season 2, Episode 2
February 6, 2023
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
Mississippi lawmakers propose anti-LGBTQ+ bills
Mississippi lawmakers propose anti-LGBTQ+ bills
March 8, 2023
Educate yourself on suicide awareness
Educate yourself on suicide awareness
February 22, 2023
Autism Speaks and USM, a harmful duo
Autism Speaks and USM, a harmful duo
February 22, 2023
Dr. Joe Paul at the official announcement of his presidency on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2022. | Loren Jones, Printz Executive Editor
Editorial: Dr. Joe Paul becomes 11th Southern Miss President, but why?
November 2, 2022
The Wellness Center on the USM campus.
Editorial: It’s Time to Pay the Money Back
October 5, 2022
Photo courtesy of the University of Southern Mississippi Facebook Page.
Letter to the Editor: Poverty.Homelessness.College Students
April 6, 2022
Letter to the Editor: USM, end the credit card processing fee
Letter to the Editor: USM, end the credit card processing fee
February 18, 2020
Response to Republicans release dull Nunes memo
Response to ‘Republicans release dull Nunes memo’
February 12, 2018
Letter to the Editor: We pay attention
Letter to the Editor: We pay attention
October 5, 2017
Open Letter to the USM Community
Open Letter to the USM Community
September 13, 2017
Educate yourself on suicide awareness
Educate yourself on suicide awareness
February 22, 2023
Autism Speaks and USM, a harmful duo
Autism Speaks and USM, a harmful duo
February 22, 2023
Dr. Joe Paul at the official announcement of his presidency on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2022. | Loren Jones, Printz Executive Editor
Editorial: Dr. Joe Paul becomes 11th Southern Miss President, but why?
November 2, 2022
The Wellness Center on the USM campus.
Editorial: It’s Time to Pay the Money Back
October 5, 2022
Illustration by Alexandria Moore
Editorial: Support the arts, not losing teams
March 4, 2020
Cartoon by Darius Harris.
No More Cartoon
June 6, 2020
Cartoon by Darius Harris.
Critique Cartoon
February 25, 2020
Black History Month: The History Tour Begins Cartoon
Black History Month: The History Tour Begins Cartoon
February 12, 2020
Illustration by Darius Harris.
News: Before Black History Month Comic
February 4, 2020
Black History Month: Prequel Comic
Black History Month: Prequel Comic
January 28, 2020
Lana Del Rey Ranked: Born To Die – Blue Banisters
Lana Del Rey Ranked: Born To Die – Blue Banisters
March 9, 2022
The Batman shines as an excellent noir thriller
‘The Batman’ shines as an excellent noir thriller
March 8, 2022
Gunna’s ‘DS4EVER’ provides a well-needed trend to start 2022
Gunna’s ‘DS4EVER’ provides a well-needed trend to start 2022
January 19, 2022
‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ hits home for many viewers
‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ hits home for many viewers
January 19, 2022
The Weeknd fails to deliver on ‘Dawn FM’
The Weeknd fails to deliver on ‘Dawn FM’
January 19, 2022

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All content by Michael Kavitz
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[Photo] USM Powwow Connects Tribe, Community

April 20, 2015
The minimum wage increase that took place on January 1, 2015 will put more money in the pockets of minimum wage workers, including college-aged workers.-Michael Kavitz

[Photo] Minimum Wage Increases Impact College Students

January 15, 2015
The minimum wage increase that took place on January 1, 2015 will put more money in the pockets of minimum wage workers, including college-aged workers.-Michael Kavitz

[Photo] Appeals Court Considers Same-Sex Marriage

January 15, 2015
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[Photo] CFP: Buckeyes, Ducks may be among final four

November 20, 2014
Senior Austin Roussel finds himself caught between first and second base as junior Nick Dawson and senior Matt Durst attempt to tag him out during the USM Baseball Breast Cancer Awaremness Fall World Series this weekend. - Michael Kravitz/Printz

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Junior Taylor Walker catches the ball right as Senior MAtt Durst arrives at first base.

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Junior Cody Carroll warms up his pitching between innings with the catcher, sophomore Chuckie Robinson, during Sundays final game of the 2014 Southern Miss Baseball Breast Cancer Awareness Fall World Series.

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Freshman Taylor Braley swings at a pitch during the final game of the 2014 Southern Miss Baseball Breast Cancer Awareness Fall World Series on Sunday. The gold team won with a final score of 2-1.

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USM junior Elise Ames blocks a shot by her teammate during the Eagles volleyball scrimmage on August 23rd. The Lady Eagles won against LA Tech this past weekend, 3-0. -Michael Kavitz/Archive

[Photo] Southern Miss volleyball stays hot

October 26, 2014
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[Photo] Challenge to Miss. ban on same-sex marriage

October 21, 2014
Deborah Delgado, Kim Bradley and Mary Dryden vote on proposed action plans for the city. Hattiesburgs City Council met on Tuesday, October 7 to further discuss various topics that arose during the last city council meeting. -Michael Kavitz

[Photo] City Council adopts new policies

October 9, 2014
Junior polymer science major Sagar Duvvuri is a part of Generation Z, which is compromised of college aged students and younger that are most recognized for their upbringing around technology. -Michael Kavitz

[Photo] Downtown offers eclectic music scene

October 1, 2014
Blake Dunaway, member of USMs chapter of the Sigma Phi Epsilon, is the recipient of the Mississippi Young Bankers Leadership scholarship presented by the Mississippi Bankers Association.- Michael Kavitz

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USM senior Kristen Fleming tips the ball over the net during the eagles scrimmage match in the Reed Green Coliseum in August. - Michael Kavitz

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[Photo] USM looks to get over .500 for first time in three years

September 17, 2014
ROTC undergoes anti-terrorism training

ROTC undergoes anti-terrorism training

Michael Kavitz and Michael Kavitz
September 15, 2014
Senior Brooke Hendrix passes the ball around the field during Sundays game against Arkansas State. The game went into double overtime until the lady eagles took home the win with a final score of 1-0. - Michael Kavitz

[Photo] USM goes 2-2 in ISTAP tournament

September 15, 2014
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[Photo] City sewage problem left unsolved

September 8, 2014
Michael Lavender, attorney professor in paralegal studies, will be teaching in Southerns new pre-law program which allows students to add pre-law as an emphasis to a major.

[Photo] USM offers pre-law emphasis for students

August 28, 2014
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[Photo] Welcome to the ‘Nerdvolution’

August 25, 2014
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[Photo] ISIL militants execute journalist

August 20, 2014
Golden Eagle Welcome Week 2014

Golden Eagle Welcome Week 2014

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August 20, 2014
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[Photo] Award-winning performer talks music career

April 28, 2014
Musician Joey Stuckey performs at a master class on April 24th in the Hub. He also spoke to students about his life experience of surviving a brain tumor. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] Award-winning performer talks music career

April 28, 2014
Derrick Phillips and Emily Classen from USM’s Department of Theatre perform Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” April 17 and 18. More performances are scheduled April 22-26 at 7:30 p.m. and a matinee performance is scheduled for April 27 at 2 p.m. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] ‘The Tempest’ cast focuses on chemistry

April 21, 2014
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Stephen Wade, a Grammy-nominated artist, visits the USM Polymer Science auditorium Monday to perform works of music that he collaborated. He had preserved the works from the Library of Congress to tell the tale of artists that he met along the journey. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] An evening with Stephen Wade

April 10, 2014
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Myra Roebuck searches for an open pass during the lacrosse game against Mississippi State at Temple Baptist Church Saturday, April 5. The Eagles also played LSU earlier in the day. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] Eagles take on Bulldogs

April 6, 2014
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Onlookers cheer racers as they finish the Glow Run Thursday night. Participating runners dressed in neon clothing and glowing accessories to take part in the 5K that began on Pride Field and winded its way all around Southern Miss campus. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] Community races in Glow Run

April 6, 2014
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Manager Justin Martin and the WUSM Southern Miss Radio staff win the first place award for Best Community News Coverage at the Intercollegiate Broadcast System College Radio Awards. Hunt Mercier/Printz

[Photo] WUSM radio receives first national award

March 20, 2014
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[Photo] Bennett Skypes students for generous donation

February 24, 2014
Rodney Bennett, president of The University of Southern Mississippi, chats via Skype with a middle school class in California to thank them for their donation to the Oseola McCarty Scholarship Fund. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] Bennett Skypes students for generous donation

February 24, 2014
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[Photo] Zoo welcomes second golden eagle

February 3, 2014
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[Photo] Snow Day!

January 29, 2014
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[Photo] In the limelight: Student DJs

January 23, 2014
Junior J.P. Stephens (DJ Slozz) performs as DJ at the Yellow Fiddle Friday night. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] In the limelight: Student DJs

January 23, 2014
Middle Tenn visits The Rock Gallery

Middle Tenn visits The Rock Gallery

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November 25, 2013
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[Photo] Eaglepalooza 2013 Gallery

November 18, 2013
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[Photo] No-Shave November, let the growing season begin!

November 4, 2013
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[Photo] Golden Eagles remain winless

October 28, 2013
The Golden Eagles run onto the field to face North Texas during Saturday’s Homecoming game. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] Golden Eagles remain winless

October 28, 2013
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Freshman midfielder Sommer Jones dribbles the ball past a Rice defender during their game on Saturday. The Eagles fell short losing the game 3-0. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] Southern Miss soccer loses to Rice at home

October 14, 2013
Alex Pfefferle sets for Kristen Fleming during Sundays match against Rice.

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Alex Pfefferle sets for Kristen Fleming during Sundays match against Rice.

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Kay Kay Hypolite defends the ball from Marshall players during Sunday’s game in Hattiesburg. Michael Kavitz/Printz

[Photo] Southern Miss soccer ready for Rice

October 10, 2013
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[Photo] It’s OK to relax: Ways to beat stress

September 26, 2013
Kenadie Kostmayer studying in the library.

[Photo] Students make early finals-week preparations

November 14, 2016
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[Photo] Auburn defeats USM soccer in last non-conference match

September 23, 2013
SMAC County Fair Photo Booth Gallery

SMAC County Fair Photo Booth Gallery

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September 13, 2013
Move-in Fall 2013 gallery

Move-in Fall 2013 gallery

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August 21, 2013
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