TO: News editors, directors

WHAT: The Sun Herald and The University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Coast College of Science and Technology will host Edwin Schlossberg, one of the world's leading designers of museums and cultural experiences, for his presentation “Interactive Design: Connecting People, Inspiring Exploration.”

WHERE: Advanced Education Center auditorium at The University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park Campus in Long Beach

WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m.

SPECIFICS: Schlossberg will discuss the collaborative process behind INFINITY at NASA Stennis Space Center, where 30,000 square feet of interactive activities and hands-on training labs will inspire the next generation of explorers. As founder and principle designer of ESI Design, Schlossberg’s firm specializes in creating interactive experiences and communication tools for museums, cultural institutions, corporations and community-based organizations around the world.

CONTACT: Southern Miss Gulf Coast Office of University Communications at 228.865.4573.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi, founded in 1910, is a comprehensive doctoral and research-extensive university fulfilling its mission of being a leading university in engaging and empowering individuals to transform lives and communities. In a tradition of leadership for student development, Southern Miss is educating a 21st century work force providing intellectual capital, cultural enrichment and innovation to Mississippi and the world. Southern Miss is located in Hattiesburg, Miss., with an additional campus and teaching and research sites on the Mississippi Gulf Coast; further information is found at www.usm.edu/gulfcoast .