University of Southern Mississippi Graduate School

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Graduate Student Spotlight: Rachel Lancaster🌟

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A little bit of motivation from the Southern Miss Graduate School!

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Graduate Student Spotlight: Whitney Phillips🌟

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New Faculty and Teaching Assistants!

Join us on August 14 for a full-day orientation designed to help you start the semester strong. From student engagement and academic integrity to teaching strategies and campus resources, you'll gain the tools and connections needed for a successful year at Southern Miss.

We can't wait to see you there! 🦅

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Happy Memorial Day from the Southern Miss Graduate School!

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Graduate students: Apply for the Graduate Competitive Travel Award!

-TRADITIONAL: Present your research, creative activity, performance, or exhibition at a conference or professional event.
-ALTERNATIVE: For disciplines where students don’t traditionally present (like creative writing), funding may support attendance for professional development opportunities.

💰 Awards available: up to $500 for domestic/virtual travel or up to $1000 for approved international travel.

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🎓 Congratulations to our Doctoral, Specialist, and Master’s graduates!

To the Class of 2026 - your hard work, dedication, and achievements have made the Graduate School proud. We celebrate all you’ve accomplished throughout your academic and professional journey and look forward to all that’s ahead for you. Wishing you continued success in your next chapter! 🌟

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The Southern Miss Graduate School celebrated its top graduate students at the Hall of Fame Portrait Unveiling Ceremony, recognizing the very best from the University’s four academic colleges.

Join us in congratulating the 2026 honorees!

Happy Graduation Day to all from the Southern Miss Graduate School!

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