Southern Miss News Thursday, October 18, 2018
Welcome to the daily email for media members that includes news and notes from The University of Southern Mississippi. Today's message includes news releases about the upcoming University Forum Series featuring immigration rights activist and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas and a reminder about the latest Guest Artist Series featuring pianist Dr. Alan Huckleberry. In addition, history Professor Andrew Haley is available to discuss the cultural impacts of longtime U.S. retailer Sears filing for bankruptcy.
Media inquiries can be directed to Van Arnold at 601.266.5568 or van.arnoldFREEMississippi or David Tisdale at 601.266.4499 or d.g.tisdaleFREEMississippi.
Today's Top Story
Immigration Focus of Final University Forum of fall 2018 Semester
Jose Antonio Vargas, a leading immigration rights activist and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, will be the guest speaker for the conclusion of the fall 2018 University of Southern Mississippi University Forum series when he presents “Define America: My Life As An Undocumented Immigrant” Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. in Bennett Auditorium on the Hattiesburg campus. Admission is free and the public is invited.
Vargas was part of a team of journalists at The Washington Postthat won a Pulitzer Prize in 2008 for its coverage of the massacre at Virginia Tech University that left 32 dead.
http://news.usm.edu/article/immigration-focus-final-university-forum-fall-2018-semester
Additional News Release
Homecoming Court, Mr. and Miss Southern Miss to be introduced at halftime of USM vs. UTSA game Oct. 20
The 2018 University of Southern Mississippi (USM) Homecoming Court and Mr. and Miss Southern Miss will be presented at halftime of the USM vs. University of Texas at San Antonio football game Oct. 20. Casey Ford of Hattiesburg has been chosen as Homecoming Queen, and William Ford of Hattiesburg has been selected as Homecoming King.
Photo/Video Opportunity
USM history Professor Dr. Susannah Ural will present the lecture “Beauvoir: Mississippi's Confederate Home” today at 5 p.m. in the Liberal Arts Building, room 101 on the Hattiesburg campus. This event is the first Phi Alpha Theta (history honors society) lecture of the 2018 fall semester; admission is free and the public is invited. To schedule coverage, contact David Tisdale at 601.266.4499 or d.g.tisdaleFREEMississippi.
Expert Availability
USM history Professor Andrew Haley is available today to discuss the recent bankruptcy filing by longtime U.S. retailer sears from a cultural standpoint. The 132-year-old company has been an integral part of the national fabric for many generations. To schedule an interview, email mediaexpertsFREEMississippi. For a full list of USM media experts visit: http://news.usm.edu/resource/usm-faculty-experts-media-requests.
Did You Know?
Recognized with the prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement classification, Southern Miss continues its commitment to cultivate and sustain stronger communities through the work of the Center for Community Engagement.
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.