Office of University Communications
Overview
The Office of University Communications provides essential communication services and assists University units with a variety of communication-related items.
University Communications' work is guided by overall institutional goals; a changing communications landscape; and the University's core messages of warmth and hospitality, robust research and innovation, and student success.
University Communications also manages and protects The University of Southern Mississippi's brand through communicating and ensuring adherence to the University's graphic and style standards.
Filming/Photography PolicyLogo Downloads
Key Information
University Communications provides Key Information related to communications for use by internal and external audiences.
University Communications supports individual units with various projects and provides consultations and recommendations upon request. To schedule a consultation, email universitycommunicationsFREEMississippi. If you would like to partner with our office on a project, submit a Project Proposal.
University Communications maintains an active list of subject-matter experts who can offer insights on a variety of topics, including aquaculture and fisheries, polymers, large event venue safety and security, healthcare, and education. To inquire about faculty experts or to request an interview, email mediaexpertsFREEMississippi.
University Communications provides news and media relations support for top news stories, upcoming events, and noteworthy achievements among faculty, staff and students. Content is published to usm.edu/news and distributed to a variety of media outlets throughout the state, region and country.
Graphic and Style Standards provide a guide to applying the University's visual identity in a clear and consistent manner. These standards cover name and logo usage, official university colors, stationery, and buildings and locations. These documents assist communicators in developing materials that present a strong, consistent message about the University.
- USM Graphic Standards (PDF) - Updated September 2020
- USM Style Guide (PDF)
Community Group Tours
Campus Tours are offered to non-high school-aged groups. Please review the Community Group Campus Tour Guidelines before submitting the Community Group Campus Tour Request.
Prospective Student Tours
The University’s admissions teams offer tours to high school students, prospective students, and their families on the Hattiesburg and Gulf Park campuses. Schedule a tour with Undergraduate Admissions.