Southern Miss News Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Welcome to the daily email for media members that includes news and notes from The University of Southern Mississippi. Today's message includes a coverage opportunity regarding the College of Business and Economic Development's Inspired Leaders Series. News releases include USM scientist Danielle Bailey being selected to the 2019 Ocean Exploration Trust's Science Communication Fellowship Program; Dr. Steve Miller, Vice President for USM's Gulf Park campus and Pam Moeller, Director of External Affairs for USM's School of Ocean Science and Engineering, chosen for the 403rd Wing Honorary Commander Program at Keesler Air Force Base, and an exhibit at Cook Library that pieces from the papers of women from Mississippi involved in the National Organization for Women.
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.
Coverage Opportunity
USM Alumnus Speaking Today as Part of Inspired Leaders Series
The College of Business and Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi will kick off its Spring 2019 Inspired Leaders Series today with a presentation by alumnus Duane Lock, founder and president of River Oaks Energy Dallas, Texas. The lecture will be held from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in the McDonnell Auditorium of Scianna Hall on the Hattiesburg campus. The Inspired Leaders Series provides industry leaders the opportunity to present their insights in large and small group settings with students. To schedule coverage, contact Van Arnold or David Tisdale.
News Releases
USM Scientist Selected to Join E/V Nautilus for Fellowship Program
The University of Southern Mississippi Scientist Danielle Bailey was recently selected to join the 2019 Ocean Exploration Trust's Science Communication Fellowship Program.
The Ocean Exploration Trust's Science Communication Fellowship Program works to immerse educators in the Nautilus Corps of Exploration and encourages them to bring ocean exploration to a global audience.
https://news.usm.edu/article/usm-scientist-selected-join-ev-nautilus-fellowship-program
USM's Miller and Moeller Selected for Keesler Honorary Commander Program
Dr. Steve Miller, Vice President for The University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park campus and Pam Moeller, Director of External Affairs for USM's School of Ocean Science and Engineering, have been selected for the 403rd Wing Honorary Commander Program at Keesler Air Force Base.
https://news.usm.edu/article/usm-s-miller-and-moeller-selected-keesler-honorary-commander-program
Cook Library Exhibit Features NOW Material in Conjunction with Women's History Month
An exhibit featuring pieces from the papers of women from Mississippi involved in the National Organization for Women during the 1980s, drawn from a collection held in the University of Southern Mississippi's McCain Library and Archives, is currently on display in the Cook Library lobby on the Hattiesburg campus.
Expert Availability
President Donald Trump is in Vietnam to take part in a second summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. USM history Professor Heather Stur is available today to discuss potential outcomes from the summit. 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?
Southern Miss is home to the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) – the nation's leader in sports security management research and solutions.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites in central and southern Mississippi, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 130 universities in the nation to earn the CarnegieClassification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity” designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and sport venue safety and security, among others. USM is also one of only 40 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of approximately 15,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 35 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 21 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit usm.edu.