Department of Military Science
Department of Military Science & Leadership
Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
Scientists and teachers, business leaders and policy makers, and officers for the US Army. USM and its Army ROTC program prepare students to be innovators and leaders for the 21st century. We produce lieutenants for the active Army, the National Guard, and the US Army Reserves. Each component has 16 branches that cater to multiple interests, including infantry, military intelligence, aviation, engineering, armor and medical services corps. Warriors wanted, each with a breadth of perspective who:
- Demonstrate a capacity for excellence
- Confident they will be competent Army leaders because of the rigor of the program
- Committed to the Army for the duration and open-minded about further service
Our Programs
When you become part of the Army ROTC, you're not just working toward a diploma, but an even brighter future as a leader alongside other motivated Cadets.
Find Your Warrior as a Cadet in the Golden Eagle BN
Our courses develop individual leadership and group problem-solving skills, plus you get to experience the out-of-classroom labs that get you adventuring outdoors including: Rappelling, rifle marksmanship, obstacle courses, and land navigation. Contracted students can also participate in adventure training in airborne, air assault and mountain warfare training schools.
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career possibilities to consider
Benefits
Scholarship Opportunities & Stipends
Training
Commission as Second Lieutenants
Find Your Warrior at USM Army ROTC
The high school Four-Year Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. You can also recieve a 3-year Advanced Designee scholarship, which means that your scholarship money wouldn't kick in until your sophomore year.
Did you know that Federal Tuition Assistance helps cover 15-18 undergraduate or graduate credit hours per academic year based on your branch of service? Approved TA course hours will be paid with your Federal Tuition Assistance and the TA Gap Funding Program from USM!
College of Business Events
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2024 Richard McCarthy Lecture at Liberal Arts Building, Room 108 (Gonzales Auditorium)
The Dale Center for the Study of War and Society will host the 2024 Richard McCarthy Lecture titled, "Levels of Command: The Mississippi National Guard in Peace and at War: The 155th Brigade Combat Team in 2005." The talk will feature: Maj. Gen Augustus Leon Collins, U.S. Army, (Ret.) Former Adjutant General, Mississippi National GuardMaj. Gen John M. Rhodes, U.S. Army, 18th Airborne Corps, Deputy Commanding General, OperationsCol. Christopher M. Thomas, U.S. Army, Director of Legislative Affairs & Economic Development, Mississippi National Guard The Dale Center's Founding Director Dr. Andrew Wiest will moderate the talk. The event is free and open to the public. Questions? Email dalecenter@usm.edu
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Wind Ensemble Concert at The Thomas V. Fraschillo Stage at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) Wind Ensemble presents its final concert of the 2023-2024 school year on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mannoni Performing Arts Center. This performance is free and is open to the public. Join us celebration of the wonderful history of our band program and tune in to watch online. Southern Miss GRIT!. The Wind Ensemble is one of the premiere musical ensembles of the University. The organization presents a number of concerts throughout the academic calendar spanning a wide variety of styles from traditional to avantgarde. Performances since 1985 have included many Mississippi Bandmasters Association Conventions, All-South Honor Band, three regional College Band Directors National Association Conventions, three national College Band Directors National Associations and two Annual National Conventions of the American Bandmasters Association. The Wind Ensemble is under the current direction of Catherine Rand.
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Senior Show in Art & Design at George Hurst Building - Gallery of Art and Design
BFA capstone exhibition by seniors in the Graphic Design, School of Performing and Visual Arts.
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USM Artist Guild: Pottery and Art Sale at 3D Arts Building
Purchase one-of-a-kind pieces created by faculty and students in USM's Art and Design program! Items for sale will make great holiday gifts and include: utilitarian ceramic dishes, ice cream bowls, coffee cups, beer mugs, tea cups, flower vases, decorative bottles and much more! The funds generated help procure materials for student projects, pay for student registrations at art conferences, and secure visiting artists who bring instructive lectures and demonstrations to Southern Miss.
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Opening Reception - Senior Show in Art & Design at George Hurst Building - Gallery of Art and Design
Please join us to celebrate this BFA capstone exhibition by Art & Design seniors in the School of Performing and Visual Arts.