Southern Miss News Wednesday, March 6, 2019
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 sustained growth of USM's prestigious Nurse Anesthesia Program and the announcement of suicide awareness campus walk sponsored by USM's School of Psychology. In addition, psychology Professor Michael Anestis is available to discuss a report showing that the number of deaths from alcohol, drugs and suicide in 2017 hit the highest level since federal data collection started in 1999.
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
USM's Nurse Anesthesia Program Sees Pattern of Exceptional Growth
Seven years after its inception, the Nurse Anesthesia Program at The University of Southern Mississippi has grown into one of the institution's premier professional healthcare training regimens.
The prestigious program, administered through USM's College of Nursing and Health Professions, was launched in January, 2013 with 20 students. Currently, there are 60 students enrolled, which represents full capacity.
https://news.usm.edu/article/usm-s-nurse-anesthesia-program-sees-pattern-exceptional-growth
Additional News Release
USM School of Psychology Hosting “Out of the Darkness” Suicide Awareness Campus Walk April 13
Members of The University of Southern Mississippi family and local residents will step forward April 13 in a show of love and remembrance for those who have taken their own life, or in support of individuals suffering with mental illness or addiction, at the “Out of the Darkness” walk to be held at the Thad Cochran 5K Trail on the Hattiesburg campus. Supported by the USM School of Psychology, the event begins with on-site registration at 8 a.m.; the walk starts at 9 a.m.
Expert Availability
The number of deaths from alcohol, drugs and suicide in 2017 hit the highest level since federal data collection started in 1999, according to an analysis of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data released Monday by two public health nonprofits. Psychology Professor Michael Anestis, an expert in suicide awareness and prevention, is available today to discuss the findings. To schedule an interview, emailmediaexpertsFREEMississippi. For a full list of USM media experts visit: http://news.usm.edu/resource/usm-faculty-experts-media-requests
Photo/Video Opportunity
The University of Southern Mississippi Wind Ensemble presents its Concerto Concert on Thursday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Mannoni Performing Arts Center on the Hattiesburg campus. The winners from the concerto competition that was held in the 2018 Fall semester have earned an opportunity to perform with the prestigious Wind Ensemble for this performance. To schedule coverage, contact Van Arnold or David Tisdale.
Did You Know?
Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
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.