The Arts @ Southern Miss

The primary purpose of The Arts is to provide its students with well-rounded preparation for professional and teaching careers in one of the many branches of art, music, dance and theatre. In addition, it seeks to provide opportunities for students in all departments of the university to participate in artistic activities and develop awareness of cultural values. To achieve its purpose, the Arts offers courses of study centered around a core of theoretical, historical, and other academic subjects, as well as performance activities that are designed to develop artistic ability and general cultural awareness.

The Arts is organized into the School of Music, the Department of Art and Design, and the Department of Theatre and Dance. Baccalaureate majors are available in art, art education, interior design, music, music education, dance, and theatre. Undergraduate minors are available in art, dance, music, and theatre.

The University of Southern Mississippi
College of Arts and Letters
118 College Drive #5004
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
601.266.4315
601.266.6541 fax

The Dean's Office is located in the Liberal Arts Building, Room 210.