University of Southern Mississippi Graduate School

✨ Come Join Us for Our First PIP Session! ✨

Join us on September 1 for our very first Professionals in Preparation (PIP) session: Finding Your Flow!

🎓 Learn practical strategies for managing your time, balancing your many roles, reducing stress, and building confidence throughout your graduate journey.

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Welcome back, Golden Eagles! 💛🖤

A new semester means new opportunities, new connections, and new goals. We’re excited to welcome our graduate students back to campus and can’t wait to see all that you accomplish this fall!

Here’s to a great semester, Southern Miss!

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✨ ARETE 2026 is here! ✨

Celebrating excellence, achievement, and impact, the 2026 issue of ARETE showcases the incredible work and accomplishments of our graduate students at Southern Miss.

From innovative research to meaningful contributions on campus and beyond, our graduate students continue to make us proud.

Take a look at the 2026 issue of ARETE and celebrate the excellence of our graduate community!

🔗 Find the digital edition through the link in our bio or visit: https://linktr.ee/usm_gradschool

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Graduate students, are you ready to build skills that will set you apart in today’s competitive job market?

Join Professionals in Preparation (PIP) during the 2026–2027 academic year for professional development workshops focused on leadership, communication, problem-solving, project management, professionalism, and more.

Tuesdays | 12:00 PM
J.B. George Building, Room 142
WebEx livestream available

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Congratulations to our Fall 2026 Graduate Travel Award Winners!

The Southern Miss Graduate School is proud to recognize our outstanding graduate students who have been selected to receive a Graduate Competitive Travel Award!

These awards support graduate students as they travel to present their research, participate in conferences, and engage in valuable professional development opportunities.

We’re excited to support our students as they represent The University of Southern Mississippi beyond campus and continue making an impact in their fields. Congratulations, Golden Eagles!

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Dear Graduate Students,

Join us for our Graduate School Fall Kickoff on Wednesday, August 26, from 12–1 p.m. in J.B. George 142. Enjoy free pizza, meet fellow graduate students, connect with Graduate School staff, and learn about campus resources. Plus, you'll be entered to win exciting raffle prizes, including two $100 book scholarships!

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Midweek Motivation from the Southern Miss Graduate School!

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Friendly Reminder to all Graduate Students!

Applications for the Fall 2026 Graduate Competitive Travel Award are due Friday, July 17. Graduate students presenting research or creative work may request up to $500 for virtual or domestic travel or up to $1,000 for approved international travel. Don't miss this opportunity to support your professional development!

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Graduate Students, we only have 50 days left until the Fall semester! We look forward to seeing all of you back on campus for the school year!

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Happy 4th of July from the Southern Miss Graduate School!

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