Southern Miss News Friday, June 29, 2018
Welcome to the daily email for media members that includes news and notes from The University of Southern Mississippi. Today's email includes news releases about the TRIAD AmeriCorps program recognizing its Members of the Month for 2018 and an announcement of the USM Alumni Association's annual Beach Bash event set for next month. In addition, Dr. Angela Burton, Director of Legal Studies at USM, is available to discuss the recent retirement announcement from U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy.
Media inquiries can be directed to Van Arnold at 601.266.5568 orvan.arnoldFREEMississippi or David Tisdale at 601.266.4499 or d.g.tisdaleFREEMississippi
Media Expert Availability
The recent retirement announcement from U.S. Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy
has created a wave of speculation and debate about whom President Trump will appoint
to take Kennedy's spot on the high court. Angela Burton, Director of Legal Studies
at USM, is available to discuss the impact of Kennedy's retirement. Today, her best
availability is by phone or via e-mail to answer media questions. On Monday (July
2) of next week, she will be available to answer questions in person at the Hattiesburg
campus. To schedule an interview, emailmediaexpertsFREEMississippi. For a full list of USM media experts visit: http://news.usm.edu/resource/usm-faculty-experts-media-requests
Today's News Releases
Southern Miss Alumni Association Hosts 20th Annual Gulf Coast Beach Bash as Part of Summer Party Series
The Southern Miss Alumni Association, in conjunction with the Department of Athletics has announced the date for the 20th Annual Gulf Coast Beach Bash. All Southern Miss fans are invited to visit with Southern Miss coaches, athletes, cheerleaders and Seymour on Thursday, July 26 from 6-8 p.m. at the Biloxi Civic Center.
TRIAD AmeriCorps Recognizes Members of the Month for 2018
Over the past several months, Training, Resources and Information for the Advancement of Disability (TRIAD) members have been responsible for giving as well as receiving nutrition trainings for high school students and other community members in the Hattiesburg and Gulf Coast areas through use of the HealthMatters curriculum.
Photo and/or Video Opportunities
The Southern Saxophone Workshop is being held this week on the USM Hattiesburg campus
for students of all ages. Resident artists will offer private instruction along with
leading multiple discussions on a variety of topics. Topics will include practicing,
intonation, career opportunities in music, and approaching the beginning saxophonist.
In addition, all participants will have the opportunity to perform in chamber ensembles,
saxophone orchestra, and recitals. To arrange for coverage, contact David Tisdale
or Van Arnold.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Founded in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi is a comprehensive doctoral and research-driven university with a proud history and an eye on the future. A dual-campus university, Southern Miss serves students on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, in addition to five teaching and research sites in Mississippi and through Online at Southern Miss. Since 2006, our students have collected three Truman Scholarships and 18 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships. USM students also lead Mississippi with 21 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Our Drapeau Center for Undergraduate Research affords our students meaningful research opportunities, and as a proven leader in innovation, we conduct transformative research that translates into real-world solutions. As one of only 36 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music, we are a haven for creativity and artistic expression. In the classroom or lab, on the playing field, or in the performance hall, we strive to have a positive impact not only on our students, but also the world around us. Further information is found at usm.edu.