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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
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
Southern Miss Today 11.3.25
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November 3, 2025
Southern Miss Today 10.28.25
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
October 10, 2025
News You Need October 3, 2025
News You Need October 3, 2025
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News You Need September 26, 2025
News You Need September 26, 2025
September 26, 2025
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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Food Hall to open in Hub City

Food Hall to open in Hub City

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
May 2, 2024
Transfer Student Association holds graduation celebration

Transfer Student Association holds graduation celebration

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
May 2, 2024
Southern Miss alum inducted into AICP College of Fellows

Southern Miss alum inducted into AICP College of Fellows

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
April 18, 2024
The entrance to the Gulf Park campus.

USM’s School of Coastal Resilience undergoing change

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
April 18, 2024
Students at USM were able to participate in the classic Blizzard of Bucks Game Show at the Joe Paul Student Theater. Students could participate in the game and earn up to $500.

SMAC hoat Blizzards of Buck Game Show

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
April 11, 2024
USM students were invited to learn lessons on financial stability to aid their future.

USM participates in National Financial Capability Month

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
April 11, 2024
There are many resources available for students and members of the community.

SAPA and MAPS callab for panel on abuse

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
April 4, 2024
Students could be seen dancing during IDEAL Women’s Week of Excellence disco party celebration.

IDEAL Women present Week of Excellence

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
April 4, 2024
The fashion show featured many stylish and daring looks.

Delta Sigma Theta flies through the decades

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
March 31, 2024
The Southern Miss Division of Student Affairs is working to hard to ensure the engagement and availability of resources for students.

Student Affairs increasing engagement through change

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
March 31, 2024
Students were invited to a picnic featuring fun activities for all.

First-generation and transfer students enjoy picnic

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
March 31, 2024
The Association for Women Geoscientists hosted its inaugural meeting after starting the Mississippi chapter of the organization.

USM presents the Association for Women Geoscientists meeting

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
March 21, 2024
Student Counseling Services offers a stress free evening

Student Counseling Services offers a stress free evening

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
March 21, 2024
SMAC provided an afternoon of fun for students with VR racing headsets.

SMAC hosts VR racing simulator

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
March 21, 2024
Alpha Kappa Alpha hosted the “Essence of Black” event for the Black community to learn about their history and culture.

AKAs host “Essence of Black” event for USM

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
February 28, 2024
Theta Eta hosted their annual Miss Theta Eta Scholarship pageant, crowning Iyanna Amos.

Miss Theta Eta crowned at USM

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
February 28, 2024
Mbody was one of the many shops available at the IDEAL Women Black Business Expo.

IDEAL Women hosts Black Business Expo

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
February 21, 2024
At the AASO 7th Annual Cultural Legends Ball, students were treated to a fun evening of dancing and fellowship.

AASO hosts 7th Cultural Legends Ball

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
February 21, 2024
USM”s British Studies Program has existed for almost 50 years, and is now offering for students to join them for summer 2024.

British Studies Program offers information to students

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
February 14, 2024
Despite slipping and sliding in roller skates, USM students still gathered for an evening of food, photos, music, and fun provided by the Southern Miss Activities Council.

SMAC hosts Neon Skate Party

Raven Payne, Content Creator
February 7, 2024
Different hair care products were present at Lambda Theta’s Table Talk session on different ways to take care of hair.

Lambda Theta Chapter teaches students about hair care

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
January 31, 2024
USM students joined Sigma Gamma Rho in the Payne Center for an electric Zumba session.

Sigma Gamma Rho hosts Zumba Class for the community

Raven Payne, Multimedia Journalist
January 31, 2024
RISE benefits students with intellectual disabilities

RISE benefits students with intellectual disabilities

Raven Payne, SM2 Content Creator
December 2, 2023
Children gathered at the front of campus for an evening of candy, bouncy houses and costumes hosted by the Southern Miss Activities Council.

SMAC hosts Kids Halloween Carnival

Raven Payne, SM2 Content Creator
November 6, 2023
People at the Fall Wellness Festival gathered to enjoy food, fun, and furry friends like Cash Money the Therapy Dog.

USM presents Fall Wellness Festival

Raven Payne, SM2 Content Creator
November 6, 2023

2023-24 EAGLE Scholars Program Cohort announced

Raven Payne, Content Creator
October 10, 2023
USM Symphonic Winds with special guests Spirit of Southern and USM Jazztet perform at POPS in the Park.

Partners for the Arts hosts POPS in the Park

Raven Payne, Content Creator
October 10, 2023
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