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 USM military students earning Honor Corps status and State Librarian Stephen Parks, a USM alumnus, capturing a national award. Suicide expert Dr. Michael Anestis also is available to offer insights regarding the recent Texas school shooting.

Media inquiries can be directed to Van Arnold at 601.266.5568 orvan.arnoldFREEMississippi or David Tisdale at d.g.tisdaleFREEMississippi

Today's Top Story

USM Veterans Center Announces Honor Corps for Spring Semester

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) Center for Military Veterans, Service Members and Families awarded “Honors Corps” status to 620 military students who demonstrated exceptional academic achievements for the spring 2018 semester.

The USM “Honor Corps” was established by the USM Veterans Center as a way to recognize “military students” who, while enrolled at USM, demonstrate exceptional academic accomplishment.  All undergraduate and graduate military students are eligible for “Honor Corps” recognition based on full-time good standing enrollment combined with exceptional academic performance.

http://news.usm.edu/article/usm-veterans-center-announces-honor-corps-spring-semester

Additional News Releases

State Librarian Stephen Parks Receives National Award
http://news.usm.edu/article/state-librarian-stephen-parks-receives-national-award

DuBard School Students Advance to Local Districts
http://news.usm.edu/article/dubard-school-students-advance-local-school-districts

Media Expert Availability

Psychology Professor Dr. Mike Anestis is a renowned expert on suicide awareness and prevention. He has also conducted extensive research on gun safety/securement as it pertains to access for individuals suffering from emotional problems. In light of the recent school shooting in Texas, Anestis is available today to share his insights on the Texas tragedy. 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

Upcoming Photo and/or Video Opportunities
Orientation for scholarship students is being held today (May 22). New students are introduced to campus services and resources and have the opportunity to interact with current students, faculty and staff. Additionally, new students are guided through their first academic advisement and course registration experience. For assistance, contact Van Arnold or David Tisdale.