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USM’s Gulf Park Campus Kicks Off First Day of Classes

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9 months ago

August 21, 2023

www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2023-08-21 16:08:21

SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi's Gulf Park Campus reopened for the academic year, with students, staff, and faculty optimistic about the new semester. There was a sense of excitement among students as they caught up on their syllabuses and organized for the term at campus landmarks such as the Lofty Return, Bear Point Bayou Pavilion, and the Friendship Oak. The Gulf Coast Library is being heavily used, with librarian Justin Easterday assisting students and faculty with campus services. Overall, students are thrilled to be back on campus following a period of remote learning.

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USM Army and Air Force ROTC programs host Commissioning Ceremonies

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20 hours ago

May 19, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-05-19 14:00:05

SUMMARY: Ten Army and three Air Force cadets from the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) ROTC were commissioned as Second Lieutenants. The Army ceremony at Camp Shelby featured Major General Janson D. Boyles, while the Air Force ceremony on campus featured Brigadier General Mary-Kathryn Haddad. LTC Juan J. Ortiz praised the Army cadets for their leadership, and Lt. Col. Sheena Puleali'i commended the Air Force cadets for their commitment. Distinguished Military Graduate 2LT Jeremiah J. Parker expressed pride in his training and future goals. Commissioned cadets include 2LT Miruna Avram, 2LT Braxton Bailey, 2LT Jada Fairley, among others.

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