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Southern Miss News Thursday, September 27, 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 ribbon-cutting for USM's new Marine Research Center and sustainability events planned in October on the Hattiesburg and Gulf Park campuses. In addition, Dr. Ward Sayre, interim director, School of Social Science and Global Studies at USM, is available to discuss the ongoing tariff dispute between the United States and China.

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.

Today's Top Story

USM, Port of Gulfport Celebrate Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for New $12.2-Million Marine Research Center

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) celebrated the opening of the new $12.2-million Marine Research Center (MRC) Friday, Sept. 21, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Port of Gulfport.

Located on Highway 90 at the Port's entrance, the new research center is the centerpiece for a new maritime blue economy in South Mississippi.

http://news.usm.edu/article/usm-port-gulfport-celebrate-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-122-million-marine-research-center

Additional News Release

USM Plans Series of Events in October as Part of National Campus Sustainability Month

The University of Southern Mississippi's Office of Sustainability has a packed lineup of events on tap in October on its Hattiesburg and Gulf Park campuses as part of National Campus Sustainability Month. Held every October, Campus Sustainability Month is an international celebration of sustainability in higher education.

http://news.usm.edu/article/usm-plans-series-events-october-part-national-campus-sustainability-month

Photo/Video Opportunity

The Mississippi Community Veterans Engagement Board, in coordination with the University of Southern Mississippi Center for Military Veterans, Service Members and Families Student Veterans of America, will offer free Hepatitis-C testing to military veterans today from from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m at the Hattiesburg VA Community Based Outpatient Care Facility located at the Merit Health Wesley Hospital Tower B (5003 Hardy Street Suite 402). To schedule coverage, contact Van Arnold or David Tisdale.

Media Expert Availability

The tariff feud between the United State and China continues to escalate, leading the speculation about higher prices on goods in this country. Dr. Ward Sayre, interim director, School of Social Science and Global Studies, is available today to discuss the ramifications of the tariff war. 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?

Two University of Southern Mississippi nursing programs are ranked as the best in Mississippi by U.S. News & World Report. The Master of Science in Nursing and the Doctor of Nursing Practice were the top programs in the state based on factors such as research activity, student-faculty ratio, faculty credentials and number of faculty active in nursing practice.

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.