Honors College E-News
September 14th, 2015
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Congratulations to Honors College Graduate Hannah Roberts!
Congratulations to Hannah Roberts, University of Southern Mississippi Honors College alumna, on being named first runner-up to Miss America 2016. A summa cum laude Biochemistry major, Goldwater Scholar, violinist, and future pediatric plastic reconstructive surgeon, our Chemistry Queen showed poise, talent, intelligence and a passion to help others Sunday night.
The documentary was inspired by Dr. Andrew Wiest’s book “The Boys of ’67: Charlie Company’s War in Vietnam,” which recounts the harrowing and deadly exploits of one of the last American combat infantry companies drafted, trained and sent to fight together in Vietnam. Wiest is a Distinguished Professor of History and founding director of the Dale Center for the Study of War and Society.
He also served as historical consultant for the documentary, narrated by actor Charlie Sheen. Wiest will sign books during a reception to be held at 5 p.m.
The event is free and is hosted by the Dale Center for the Study of War and Society and the College of Arts and Letters.
While the event is free and open to the public, RSVPs are requested online.
Honors College Scholars chosen for Eagles Write
Two Honors College Scholars were chosen to participate in Eagles Write during the month of October. Their work will be included in an exhibit located in Cook Library for the entire month of October. Special recognition will occur in the third annual reading and reception Tuesday, October 20.
Congratulations to Ariel Elliot and Hiba Tahir for their incredible work, chosen as the best in their respective categories.
Honors Composition:
Ariel Elliot
Title: “An Obsession with Death: From One Man to an Entire Generation"
Instructor: Joyce Inman
Creative/Digital:
Hiba Tahir
Title: “The Disney Dilemma: New Orleans”
Check out the URL.Instructor: Kelli Sellers
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♦♦♦♦♦ SAVE THE DATE ♦♦♦♦♦
Donuts (and Doodles) with the Dean
When: Friday, September 25, 2-3:30
Where: Honor House
You are Invited!
When: October 1, 2015 at 6 PM
Where: the LuckyDay Multipurpose room
A Semester in Spain
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PUPPY THERAPY WAS A SUCCESS
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♦♦♦♦♦ OPPORTUNITIES ♦♦♦♦♦
Study Abroad Scholarship Deadlines Are Approaching
The deadline for the Gilman Scholarship (Pell Grant eligible students) for Spring 2016/early decision Summer 2016 is October 6th.
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Application Workshop
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship provides three years of full funding to the graduate school of your choosing. The workshop will provide important information about deadlines, selecting your recommenders, navigating the online application and how to effectively demonstrate that you meet the NSF criteria.
The workshop will be held in Cook Library 123. Light refreshments will be served. All graduating seniors considering research based degrees in STEM fields as well as the social sciences should strongly consider applying. Please contact Robyn Curtis if you have questions about whether the NSF is right for you.
Eagle SPUR Awards for Undergraduate Research
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♦♦♦♦♦ SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES ♦♦♦♦♦
Okatoma Creek Cleanup
On Friday, Sept.18, the CCCE will take students to Seminary by carpool for a day-long trip down the Okatoma Creek. Volunteers will use kayaks and canoes to assist in cleaning any trash from the creek.
This is a day-long trip with free lunch provided. Interested students should sign up here.
On Campus: Medicine Wheel Garden
USM has a medicine wheel garden on campus where volunteers can assist with planting, cultivating and maintaining native crops from the southeastern U.S. Dr. Tammy Greer oversees the garden and is accepting volunteer assistance. She is available to work in the garden at these times:
- Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
- Afternoons after 3:30 p.m.
- Students can email Dr. Greer regarding any other timing arrangements or for questions.
♦♦♦♦♦ OUT AND AROUND ♦♦♦♦♦
Philosophical Fridays: "Can Animals Be Moral?"
Philosophical Fridays – Where people gather to hear the wisdom of leading scholars on a variety of philosophical topics. Come join us this month as we welcome Mark Rowlands of the University of Miami when he presents Can Animals Be Moral?
September 18, 2015 - 2:00pm
Where:Liberal Arts Building, #108
Price: Free and open to the public
Contact: Department of Philosophy and Religion (601.266.4518)
Sponsoring Organization: Department of Philosophy and Religion
Need an Appointment?
HON 321: Forum
Study Abroad? Deadlines are Approaching!
Contact Robyn Curtis to set up scholarship advising!
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Email: Honors@usm.edu
Website: http://www.usm.edu/hc
Location: 111 Eagle Walk, Hattiesburg, MS 39406, United States
Phone: (601) 266-4533
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