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Mission

The USM Association of Office Professionals (USM AOP) is dedicated to providing opportunities for communication and relationship-building among staff members of the university.

We facilitate “C-P-R” for the staff members of The University of Southern Mississippi:

C = Community Service
P = Professional Development
R = Relationship-Building

 

By-Laws

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Affiliations

USM AOP is affiliated with the Mississippi Association of Education Office Professionals (MAEOP) and the National Association of Educational Office Professionals (NAEOP).

 

Professional Standards Program (PSP)

The Professional Standards Program allows staff members to enhance their professional competencies through academic programs, conferences, and institutes. As a member of The National Association of Educational Office Professionals (NAEOP), individuals can participate in the Professional Standards Program to obtain nationally recognized certificates. In addition, these certificates are accepted for The University of Southern Mississippi’s education enhancement policy per section 5.9 of the employee handbook.

Click here to learn more about PSP.

 

2023-2024 Board Members

	President Dr.%20Joyce%20Powell%2C%20CEOE
	President-Elect In-Service Chairperson Geneal%20Washam
	Vice President Membership Chairperson Dr.%20Mary%20Maner
	Secretary Hospitality Chairperson Dr.%20Chiquila%20Dolison
	Treasurer Budget Chairperson Affiliations Chairperson Cindy%20Walker%2C%20CEOE
	PSP Advisory Chairperson Cory%20Williams%2C%20CEOE