The All-American Rose Garden is a rose garden found near Hardy Street on the campus of the University of Southern Mississippi. Several productions from USM have been selected for performance at the Region IV (Southeast) festival; two productions (Catfish Moon & The Rimers of Eldritch) have been invited to the national KC/ACTF festival at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.. Tori BowieTrack & Field Olympic gold medalist, Phil BryantGovernor of Mississippi, 20122020, Brian DozierBaseball player, 2015 All-Star, Ray GuyAmerican football player, punter, NFL Hall of Fame, Jeffery HammondMajor General (retired), U.S. Army, Brett FavreAmerican football player, 11-time Pro Bowler, Hall of Fame, Frances E. Lee American academic, Professor of Politics at Princeton University, Steven PalazzoMember of U.S. House of Representatives, 2011present, Clarence WeatherspoonBasketball player, NBA, Mike L. Edmonds, 14th President of Colorado College[75], "Southern Miss" redirects here. industrial and organizational psychology, a Master of Arts in elementary education He has also served as board chairman for the Greater Hattiesburg Area Development Foundation, as a Board Trustee for the Mississippi Public Employees Retirement System, as president of the Hattiesburg Area Education Foundation, as a trustee for the Hattiesburg Public School District and as a member of the board of directors for the Hattiesburg Boys and Girls Club. The personalized experience students receive at the university (is) one of the many attributes that make The University of Southern Mississippi special. a shadow of a doubt that he is the right person to guide the University into its next Retirement System. The Thames administration gained financing and supervised execution of several construction projects on campus, often in partnership with private-sector entities. human resources, business services, facilities management, and information technology. while maintaining supervisory responsibility for a wide range of activities, programs Former Southern Miss president Rodney Bennett talks about legacy Rodney Bennett 'satisfied' with USM's growth during 10-year tenure Lici Beveridge Hattiesburg American View Comments 0:04 1:29. also held faculty rank in USMs College of Education and Psychology. These two Southern Miss alumni have displayed courage, conviction and integrity through this process. James Oliver Eastland was an American attorney, plantation owner, and politician from Mississippi. Want more WDAM 7 news in your inbox? It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's, master's, specialist, and doctoral degrees. with The Atlanta Consulting Group, a Fortune Top 50 management consulting firm. The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning completed its search for the 11th president of The University of Southern Mississippi by voting to name Dr. Joe Paul, currently serving as Interim President of the university, as President. 29.14% of Southern Miss students come from out of state, and 8.15% come from out of the country. push the Universitys $150 million capital campaign closer to its goal three years Bennett, the school's. student recruitment, continuing to re-invigorate student life in a post-pandemic environment, Easterwood earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis Between his retirement from the university in 2015 and being named Interim President earlier this year, Paul held part-time positions with the University Foundation as a fundraiser, as a citizen service coordinator for the City of Hattiesburg, as an executive coach for the Horne Business Advisor Group and as an executive coach and strategic advisor for the Blue Hen Consulting Agency. Dr. Joseph S. Paul began his service as the 11th President of The University of Southern Mississippi on November 1, 2022, after having served in the interim role since July 16th. on the Board of Directors for the Hattiesburg Boys and Girls Club and has been a trustee The garden has a semicircular form and contains many various types of hybrid roses in 32 rose beds. National Center for Excellence in Economic Development and Entrepreneurship. In its first session, Mississippi Normal College had a total enrollment of 876 students, and stood for "clean, pure, efficient lives."[9]. student life in a post-pandemic environment, share the Southern Miss story, support He became the vice president of student affairs in February 1993 after holding various positions, including assistant director of student activities, assistant vice president and dean of student development. The University of Southern Mississippi recently began an academic reorganization changing the academic structure at the university and the roles of administrators. A Waynesboro, Ms. native, Howard attended Jones College, where he worked as a writer and editor on the Radionian staff before graduating and attending the University of Southern Mississippi. 1:33. Barnes & Noble pays $1.5million in annual rent on this facility. There are two four-week accelerated summer terms. He An official website of the United States government. The University of Southern Mississippi was pleased to welcome back a well-known alumnus who dedicated 40 years of service to his alma mater when the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning named Dr. Joseph S. Paul as the University's 11th President. The campus police department was instructed to prevent or quickly stop any incident against the two black students. His tenure was characterized by a significant increase in the quantity of research conducted at the university. University of Southern Mississippi has 2,090 employees including both instructional staffs (faculties) and non-instructional staffs. ), Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies, The Fresh Food Company, located on the 1st Floor of the Thad Cochran Center, a buffet style cafeteria and the main dining location for students and visitors, The Agora, a food court located in the International Center containing Bento Sushi and Einstein Bros. Bagels, Seymour's, a food court located in the RC Cook University Union containing Subway and Chick-Fil-A, Southern Wing Company (formerly The Powerhouse), located directly north of Cook Library and next to the Math Zone, The Grub Slinger, a food truck with differing locations based on the day of the week, Starbucks, located on the 1st Floor of Cook Library, Thad Cochran Center 1st Floor, outside of The Fresh Food Company. We will chase audacious goals University of Southern Mississippi names Dr. Joe Paul as president. There's another view of attack on tenure as simply . Dr. The School of Leadership is housed within the College of Business and Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi and operates on the Coastal USM campus in Long Beach, Miss. Before the existence of a specialized teaching college, instructors were required to travel throughout Mississippi in preparation for teaching their students. Bennett, the school's first African American. Southern Miss Golden Eagles and Lady Eagles, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, literary magazine to launch a fully online issue, Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival, List of University of Southern Mississippi people, U.S. and Canadian Institutions Listed by Fiscal Year 2020 Endowment Market Value and Change in Endowment Market Value from FY19 to FY20, "Carnegie Classifications Institution Lookup", "Sons of Confederate Veterans in its own Civil War", "M393 McCain (William D.) Pamphlet Collection". During the Listening Sessions held on the campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, Gulf Coast and ensuring the continued growth of our research enterprise, said Dr. co-chair of the Board Search Committee. He has served as Board Chairman for the greater Hattiesburg Paul, who is serving a four-year term with an annual salary of $650,000, discussed his priorities including enrollment, especially at USM Gulf Park; maintaining the university's top-tier research status; He has served as Board Chairman for the greater Hattiesburg An avid genealogist and historian, Dr. McCain took up offices in the McCain Library as President Emeritus following his retirement in 1975. Categories: Alumni and Friends Community Students, 118 College DriveHattiesburg, MS 39406-0001, 730 East Beach BoulevardLong Beach, MS 39560. In 2012, the Gulfport campus was closed and all facilities were moved back to the renovated Long Beach campus. The Hattiesburg American reported that Thames' post-Katrina address to the faculty at Hattiesburg was well received. at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM). State University Division of Agriculture, Forestry and Veterinary Medicine; Mississippi and leadership for business, industry, and education. The organization was later renamed as the African American Student Organization (AASO) in the 1990s. [32], In 2003, Southern Miss replaced their attack eagle logo from the 1990s with an eagle head logo. The Bay St. Louis native earned a bachelors degree in communication and political . The University of Southern Mississippi (USM or Southern Miss) is a public research university with its main campus in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He is the type of leader who will Pinebelt program and has served on a statewide basis in leadership positions with By the fall of 1965 both Ole Miss and Mississippi State University had been integrated the former violently, the latter peacefully. University Programs, Courses, and Schools The University of Southern Mississippi offers 32 schools or departments operating under 4 colleges on campus. Some of the responses are below: In addition to the in-person Listening Sessions held on the USM campuses, the board also issued an online survey to allow as many students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members to participate as possible. By the early 1960s, national pressure was growing to integrate Mississippi's institutions of higher learning. Dr. Paul and his wife Meg reside in Hattiesburg, MS and are active members of Trinity USM, as an executive assistant to the president, in which he managed all outside political the recipient of a Southern Miss Lifetime Achievement Award. Founded on March 30, 1910, the university is a dual campus institution, with its main campus located in Hattiesburg and its other large campus Gulf Park located in Long Beach. Alabama and was named the universitys Most Outstanding Doctoral Student in the field As of 2018[update], Washington Monthly ranked USM 235th in national universities overall.[22]. Notable changes included: replacement of the quarter system with the semester system, creation of the Polymer Science Institute, reorganization of the university's 10 schools into six colleges, affiliation with Conference USA, establishment of the School of Nursing as a college; the implementation of online classes; and an expansion of the Gulf Coast campus. held the position in an interim capacity. I am especially grateful to the presidential search committee co-chairs, Board President Tommy Duff and Trustee Gee Ogletree. The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning completed its search Jenkins Honored for Work as USM IFC President | The University of Southern Mississippi https://usm.edu/news/2023/release/jenkins-honored.php 14 Jan 2023 23:24:06 Before becoming vice president for student It has five additional teaching and research sites, including the John C. Stennis Space Center and the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory (GCRL). Southern Miss also hosts, participates in, and promotes more than 300 cultural events every year. of Southern Mississippi (USM). [49], The University of Southern Mississippi offers more than 250 clubs and organizations, as well as intramural athletics and special events. It's HOMECOMING SEASON at your favorite University!!! as a new member of the Sun Belt Conference, and helping to push the Universitys $150 2018 marked the 13th annual Richard McCarthy Lecture Series, wherein students and the community at large could participate in a broad range of events and programming from panel discussions to roundtables focusing on war and the effects it has on the societies surrounding it.[51]. I am especially grateful to Anderson earned a Doctor of Philosophy in education leadership, a Master of Arts in He became the vice president of student affairs in February 1993 after holding various positions, including assistant director of student activities, assistant vice president and dean of student development. Joe Paul, Ph.D., took the reigns as interim president of Southern Miss on July 16. In June 2015 Southern Miss released a statement on the removal of the Mississippi state flag from all USM campuses. He has also been president of the Hattiesburg Area Education Foundation, He has also been president of the Hattiesburg Area Education Foundation, relations, which includes the USM Foundation and Southern Miss Alumni Association. Beyond his work at Southern Miss, Paul has presented seminars and training in management by Molly Minta December 2, 2022 Joseph S. Paul reacts to applause from the audience during his formal announcement ceremony as he is named the 11th President of The University of Southern Mississippi at the university's Thad Cochran Center in Hattiesburg, Miss., Thursday, October 27, 2022. Credit: Eric Shelton/Mississippi Today McCain's intentions were to purge the campus of all sexual impurities. [10][11][12][13] Speaking to businessmen in Chicago on a trip sponsored by the Mississippi State Sovereignty Commission, McCain said: "We insist that educationally and socially, we maintain a segregated society. The Southern Miss Pride of Mississippi Marching Band has performed at such events as the inauguration of President Jimmy Carter and Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York in November 2010. As Interim President,Dr. Paul has worked to advance student recruitment, re-invigorate The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) School of Music opens the 2023 Connoisseur Series season by presenting husband and wife guitar and piano duo, Lina Morita and Jay Kacherski, on Jan. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Marsh Auditorium on the Hattiesburg campus. I have known and witnessed Dr. Pauls exceptional contributions to the university for over four decades. management and leadership for business, industry and education. million capital campaign over the top. [50] The university's Dale Center for the Study of War and Society hosts several lectures and programs throughout the year. of Southern Mississippi, said Dr. Paul. We will chase audacious goals with passion and persistence. Navy, Accenture and Horne CPA Health care group. Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina caused about $115million in damage to Gulf Park. In neighboring Louisiana, the holiday is widely observed at all levels of public and private education. Clients While mascots, names, customs, and the campus have changed, the black and gold colors have remained constant. it. Alabama and was named the universitys Most Outstanding Doctoral Student in the field (WDAM) - Joe Paul, Ph.D., will serve as the 11th president of the University of Southern Mississippi. . For more information and to track progress on the search for the 11th President of The University of Southern Mississippi, visit the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning 's website and Twitter @MSPublicUniv and @USM_Search. A Southern Miss alum, Paul has served the university for more than 40 years. Prior to re-joining USM in December Beyond his work at Southern Miss, Dr. Paul has presented seminars and training in University of Southern Mississippi President Rodney Bennett has announced he is stepping down at the end of his contract, which expires in 2023. In October 2005, the Faculty Senate of the Gulf Park campus passed an official resolution of appreciation. The university's operations on the Mississippi Gulf Coast began in 1947 when Mississippi Southern College first organized classes at Van Hook Hall, on the Methodist Camp Grounds in Biloxi. University of Southern Mississippi names Dr. Joe Paul as president The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning voted to appoint Dr. Joe Paul as the 11th president of. This plan reduced the number of colleges from six to four and consolidated traditional departments into thematic schools.[53][54]. He was a senior consultant [31] Later that year on October 25, 2015, university president Rodney D. Bennett released another statement, announcing that the university would only raise flags that he felt united all students. Among many civic activities Paul has served two terms as president of the United Way They have two grown children and two grandsons. and received a masters degree in communication and management from Southern Miss As interim president, Paul said he worked to advance student recruitment, re-invigorate student life in a post-pandemic environment, share the Southern Miss story, support intercollegiate athletics as a new member of the Sun Belt Conference and helped to push the universitys $150 million capital campaign closer to its goal three years before completion of the campaign. Driskell earned a Bachelor of Science in political science from USM and a Master of Paul and his wife Meg reside in Hattiesburg, MS, and are active members of Trinity Episcopal Church. I believe every Southern Miss Golden Eagle enthusiastically applauds the choice of The school's colors, black and gold, were selected by a student body vote shortly after the school was founded. Regular events include the Jazz and Blues Festival held on the Long Beach campus, performances by the theater, dance and music departments, and exhibits presented by the art department. EduRank's ranking for the University of Southern Mississippi is based on 3 factors: research performance (a proprietary algorithm evaluated 10,938 publications and 322,374 citations), non . The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity". Published: Jun. The University of Southern Mississippi International Student and Scholar Services 118 College Drive #5151 Hattiesburg, MS 39406 USA. There are 19 fraternity and sorority houses.[61]. In addition to its academic colleges, The University of Southern Mississippi also offers the following programs: Semesters at the university run from August to December and January to May, with a 10-week summer session. football game on Thursday, October 27, when the Golden Eagles take on the Ragin Cajuns four years!. "By the time of Jackson's election in 1828, four major Indian tribesCherokees, Chickasaws, Choctaws, and Creeksalong with others, controlled significant portions of land in several southern states including Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi" (25). In 2009, however, the university decided to close its Jackson County Center and consolidate course offerings at other teaching sites on the Gulf Coast. McCain, USM and state leaders recognized the state needed to integrate to appeal to businesses from outside the state. Clients Paul has worked with include UPS, RJR Nabisco, Ohio-Edison, Stennis Institute, US Navy, Accenture and Horne CPA Health care group. In 1981, Ken Stribling, president of USM's student body, organized a student drive to establish an annual holiday on Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras). 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These two Southern Miss alumni have displayed courage, conviction and integrity through this process. I recognize Dr. Pauls energy, relationships, affection and years of service to Southern Miss have proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that he is the right person to guide the University into its next chapter of leadership and excellence in teaching, service and research in the state and nation.. The novelty of Mardi Gras Holiday has become a recruiting tool.[70]. science from USM in 1975, graduating magna cum laude from the University Honors College, [33] The new logo was very popular, and was placed on sports venues, advertising, and all merchandise. vision of the potential this institution has to positively impact our region, state In the early 21st century, Southern Miss developed under the presidency of Dr. Shelby Thames. The University of Southern Mississippi is one of the few universities to allow a two-day holiday each year for Mardi Gras. Volunteer Experience . Dr. Paul is the best person to build on these strengths and help the university reach the next level of success.. to engage staff and be inclusive of this very important group across all campuses, Clients (By contrast, Tulane University in New Orleans released approximately 25% of the staff. Bennett, the school's first African American president and the first African American president of any predominately white university in the state, announced the decision Friday. They recently performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City and performed at various concerts in Norway and Sweden. He is co-founder of the Hattiesburg Leadership Being very involved in the Hattiesburg community, Paul previously served two terms as president of the United Way of Southeast Mississippi. University of Southern Mississippi (USM) President - Dr. Rodney D. Bennett www.usm.edu 118 College Drive # 0001 Hattiesburg, MS 39406 University of Southern Mississippi is a Public 4 Year university located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Roberts Stadium is the home of the Golden Eagle football team and can hold up to 36,000 fans. They love Southern Miss as I do, and they share a 29.14% Out of State. by Bobby Harrison June 30, 2022 Joe Paul will serve as interim president at University of Southern Mississippi. He previously served as Vice President for Research for more than a decade, Classes were relocated to the Healthmark Center in Gulfport. In this role, she serves as the Universitys chief research officer The Bay St. Louis native earned a bachelors degree in communication and Lucas promotes and guides USMs vision and mission for research and economic development, University of Southern Mississippi names Dr. Joe Paul as president The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning voted to appoint Dr. Joe Paul as the 11th president of. Dr. Aubrey K. Lucas is an American academician, and the former President and current President Emeritus of the University of Southern Mississippi.Lucas received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi and attained his Ph.D from Florida State University.In 1975, Lucas became the 6th President of the University of Southern Mississippi. 1954-.. (age 68) politician Dewey Phillip Bryant is an American politician who served as the 64th Governor of Mississippi from 2012 to 2020. Dr. Joe Paul, currently serving as Interim President of the university, as President. Jenkins Honored for Work as USM IFC President. Mrs. Margaret E.Grant is an Author, Teacher, a mother of two and a Guidance Counsellor of over 30 years experience helping children 11-18 years successfully navigate the rigours of secondary school.<br>She received her undergraduate degree from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill campus and her Masters Degree in School Counseling and Personnel Services from University of Southern . Navy, Accenture, and Horne CPA Health care group. Driskell began his career in external affairs with the Mississippi Gaming Commission 1.13.2023. Videos of the Listening Session and the results of the online survey are posted on I want to assure all that I will attack these next four years with the energy and urgency with which I have approached these first four months. This effort was encouraged by Dr. Shelby Thames when he was executive vice president of USM. Between 1955 and 1965, USM along with its president, William D. McCain, infringed upon the civil rights of Gay and Lesbian students. [52] The President of the University of Southern Mississippi is the day-to-day administrator of Southern Miss and is appointed by and responsible to the State Institutions of Higher Learning Board. In this role, he oversees the Universitys governmental and external He later received a masters degree in communication and management from Southern Miss in 1978.
