The following events are being held at various locations in Hattiesburg and present both interview and photo opportunities for the media. You may also want to include some of these in your community or entertainment calendars. For news media who may have questions about interviews or photo opportunities, contact the Office of University Communications at 601-266-4491.

MONDAY, OCT. 19

Kickoff party begins Homecoming Week
WHEN: 5-6 p.m.
WHERE: The District on Hattiesburg campus
EVENT: Relay races, music, food and refreshments to usher in Homecoming Week. For information call 601-266-4407

TUESDAY, OCT. 20

“Paint Southern Miss Pink” ceremony set
WHEN: Noon-1 p.m.
WHERE: Student Activities Hub on Hattiesburg campus
EVENT: Part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer survivors will be honored and winners announced for various contests held in conjunction with campus-wide effort. For information call 601-266-5655..

Sorority sponsoring “Trash Fat Talk” event
WHEN: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
WHERE: Shoemaker Square on Hattiesburg campus
EVENT: Part of national “Fat Talk Free Week.” Event involves students writing an individual body image concern on a slip of paper, crumpling it and throwing it into a trash can. For information call 760-415-9310.

Students team up for annual “Fountain Sit”
WHEN: Begins at 10 a.m. Goes all day.
WHERE: Shoemaker Square on Hattiesburg campus
EVENT: Part of Homecoming festivities. Students will take turns to see how long they can sit in the fountain. For information call 601-266-4407.

Fulton to discuss opera; two performances set
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Mannoni Performing Arts Center
EVENT: Noted opera authority William Fulton will give a pre-show talk titled, “The World of Opera, followed by double-bill of two classic operas by the Southern Miss Southern Opera and Musical Theatre. For information call 601-266-5418.

School of Music presents Wind Ensemble Concert
WHEN: 1-2:15 p.m.
WHERE: Bennett Auditorium
EVENT: Presented by the College of Arts and Letters School of Music. For information call 601-266-4990.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21

Mississippi Library Association conference on tap
WHEN: Wednesday-Friday
WHERE: Thad Cochran Center
EVENT: Annual conference will begin with opening remarks from Dr. Martha Saunders at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. Opening reception at Museum of Art from 5-6 p.m. For more information call 601-266-4350.

Miss or Mister Varsity Pageant planned
WHEN: 7-9 p.m.
WHERE: Bennett Auditorium
EVENT: Part of Homecoming festivities. Women dress like men and men dress like women in this competition. Theme is: “Famous couples from the past.” For information call 601-266-4407.

THURSDAY, OCT. 22

Students pitch in to beautify Southern Miss campus
WHEN: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
WHERE: All over Hattiesburg campus
EVENT: Part of Homecoming festivities. Students will participate in campus-wide cleanup and beautification effort. For information call 601-266-4407.

“Eagle Hop” contest features skits, routines
WHEN: 5 p.m.
WHERE: Middle of Weathersby Lawn
EVENT: Part of Homecoming festivities. Students will perform as teams in a 2-minute routine during the contest. For information call 601-266-4407.

Healthcare Marketing Industry Day set
WHEN: 9 a.m.-Noon.
WHERE: Lobby of Joseph Greene Hall
EVENT: Opportunity for students to visit with representatives from a number of healthcare-related companies. For information call 601-266-4350.

Gianni Schicchi and Pagliacci operas continue
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Mannoni Performing Arts Center
EVENT: A double-bill performance of two classic operas with a modern twist. For information call 601-266-5418.

FRIDAY, OCT. 23

Alumni Hall of Fame set to induct Seven
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Southern Oaks and Garden Restaurant
EVENT: Southern Miss Alumni Association will honor seven new inductees as part of Homecoming festivities. For information call 601-266-5013.

Friday Night at the Fountain continues
WHEN: 7-10 p.m.
WHERE: Fountain in front of the Aubrey K. Lucas Administration Building
EVENT: Pep rally held in conjunction with Saturday’s homecoming football game against the Tulane Green Wave. Homecoming Court will be presented and live entertainment will be provided. For information call 601-266-4407.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24

Homecoming parade begins at University Mall
WHEN: Noon
WHERE: University Mall toward Southern Miss campus
EVENT: Annual parade begins at University Mall and travels east down Hardy Street to campus. Bobby L. Chain will serve as grand marshal. For more information call 601-266-4407.

Golden Eagles host Tulane in Homecoming game
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: M.M. Roberts Stadium
EVENT: The Golden Eagles take on the Tulane Green Wave in the annual Homecoming game. For more information call 601-266-4503.

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