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USM students attend the Education Career Fair on March 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Payne Center.
USM Hosts March Career Fairs
March 19, 2025
A USM students explores HillmanTok University, a newly launched virtual community on TikTok that providing free academic lessons on Black culture, history, and creativity.
HillmanTok University Offers Free Lessons on Black Culture
March 19, 2025
Hattiesburg Awarded Grant for Public Safety Complex Mural
Hattiesburg Awarded Grant for Public Safety Complex Mural
March 19, 2025
Views Mixed on Designated Mental Health Days
Views Mixed on Designated Mental Health Days
March 19, 2025
Jardashia Williams and SMAC recently hosted a mental health day on campus.
SMAC Hosts Mental Health Day
March 19, 2025
Coastal Mississippi-based indie rock band SAINT SOCIAL recently performed their highly anticipated debut ticketed show at The Sanctuary in Biloxi.
SAINT SOCIAL Debuts First Ticketed Show in Biloxi
February 19, 2025
A Little Free Library is pictured outside of the Cook Library at the University of Southern Mississippi.
USM Senior Revitalizes Little Free Libraries
January 29, 2025
USM's Jose Mendez catches up on research.
Jose Mendez: A Student’s Journey to Construction Management Success
December 5, 2024
Mika Singh
Bollywood Star Reflects on Musical Journey and Offers Advice
November 13, 2024
Boyette Relishes in Royalty
Boyette Relishes in Royalty
November 13, 2024
A music fan listens to Chappell Roan's “The Giver.”
Chappell Roan’s “The Giver” Brings Queer Representation to Country Music
March 19, 2025
The Eudora Welty House & Garden is located in Jackson.
Eudora Welty House and Garden: A Spring Must-Visit
March 12, 2025
Keepin’ It Country
Keepin’ It Country
March 12, 2025
1937 Student Printz Image of Lura Gibbons
The Student Printz Celebrates Women’s History Month
March 12, 2025
A billboard in Midtown promoting Mr. Alien's October show in Hattiesburg.
REVIEW: Mr. Alien & Jed: A Hattiesburg Mystery
February 27, 2025
USM student Alexander Starns is a member of the Anime Club and enjoys cosplaying.
USM Anime Club Kicks Off New Season
February 12, 2025
REVIEW: Tyler, the Creator's New Album Gaining Traction
REVIEW: Tyler, the Creator’s New Album Gaining Traction
December 4, 2024
The SwitchYard, located in downtown Hattiesburg.
The SwitchYard becoming a hit with college students
September 11, 2024
DJ Kujho at a recent Southern Miss event.
DJ Kujho continues to impact USM, Hattiesburg, and beyond
September 11, 2024
The Oscars were surprisingly good this year
The Oscars were surprisingly good this year
March 21, 2024
USM softball player Nealy McManus often reflects on injury, faith, and resilience.
Nealy McManus Reflects on Injury, Faith, and Resilience
March 19, 2025
USM’s Davis Gillespie bats against Ole Miss.
USM Defeats Ole Miss in Non-Conference Showdown
March 19, 2025
Southern Miss women’s tennis (4-5, 0-2 Sun Belt) secured a decisive 4-0 victory over Alcorn State (4-12) on Wednesday afternoon at the Southern Miss Tennis Complex.
USM Women’s Tennis Defeats Alcorn State
March 14, 2025
Southern Miss softball (12-13, 0-0 Sun Belt) edged out Alabama State 8-7 in an extra-inning thriller this past Tuesday night, marking their eighth win in the last ten games as they head into conference play.
Freshmen Lead USM Softball to Extra-Inning Win
March 14, 2025
Jose Luis Benitez, a redshirt junior for the University of Southern Mississippi men's basketball team, has his sights set on playing professional ball.
Benitez Eyes Professional Basketball Career
March 12, 2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
March 11, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
February 28, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
February 27, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
February 25, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
February 21, 2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
March 11, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
February 27, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
February 25, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.20.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.20.2025
February 20, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.18.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.18.2025
February 18, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
February 28, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
February 21, 2025
News You Need February 14, 2025
News You Need February 14, 2025
February 14, 2025
News You Need February 07, 2024
News You Need February 07, 2024
February 7, 2025
News You Need November 15, 2024
News You Need November 15, 2024
November 15, 2024
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 Shannon Barbin
Beloved campus therapy dog. Cash Money, has students at USM rallying for him to receive his degree.

Cash Money deserves his own honorary degree

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Opinion Writer
April 26, 2023
End of semester on the horizon for USM students

End of semester on the horizon for USM students

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Staff
April 26, 2023

School of Media and Communication hosts “Diversity Talks” lecture

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Staff
April 26, 2023
Are TikTok filters ruining self-esteem?

Are TikTok filters ruining self-esteem?

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Staff
March 29, 2023
USM parking becoming a major issue among students

USM parking becoming a major issue among students

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Staff
March 29, 2023
Mississippi lawmakers propose anti-LGBTQ+ bills

Mississippi lawmakers propose anti-LGBTQ+ bills

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Staff
March 8, 2023
Educate yourself on suicide awareness

Educate yourself on suicide awareness

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
February 22, 2023
Photo courtesy of BBC

“Kraken” unleashed on campus

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Staff
January 25, 2023
Chuck Scianna, USM alumnus and founder of oil drilling equipment company, speaks during the IHL search for the next president of the University of Southern Mississippi Oct. 3, 2022.

Scianna donates another $1 million

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Staff
January 24, 2023
USM's Center for Behavioral Health hosts fundraiser

USM’s Center for Behavioral Health hosts fundraiser

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
November 16, 2022
USM students showcase their work and talents at the Fall Repertory Dance Concert.

Fall Repertory Dance Concert’s USM debut

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
November 9, 2022

Trouble follows Disney’s new disability policy

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
November 9, 2022
Flyer for National Dropout Prevention Month. | Courtesy of National Dropout Prevention Center.

National Dropout Prevention Month

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
October 26, 2022
Julia Brewer Daily poses with her newest novel, "The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch." | McKenzie Baird Photography

USM Alum, Author talks debut novel

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
October 19, 2022
Megan Bucher (left) and Patricia Netto (right), two members of the Lighthouse Rescue Mission stand up for domestic violence. | Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Is Here

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
October 12, 2022

Shatterproof Student Association Debuts to Educate and Promote Awareness for Addiction

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
October 5, 2022
Homecoming Queen Krystin Maddox and Homecoming King Kenneth Ellzey. | Photo: Shannon Barbin

Homecoming Court 2022

Shannon Barbin, SM2 Reporter
September 28, 2022
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