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USM School of Accountancy Alumnus Kasal Wins Bronze Medal on CPA Exam for State of Mississippi
SUMMARY: Joseph Kasal, a University of Southern Mississippi alumnus, received the Silas M. Simmons Bronze Medal for his performance on the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination. He graduated with honors in accounting in 2015 and currently works as a senior assurance manager in HORNE’s Construction group. Kasal emphasized the practical skills he gained at USM, and credits his professors for preparing him for real-world challenges and success in the financial world. The Silas M. Simmons Bronze Medal is awarded by the Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the USM School of Accountancy takes pride in preparing students for professional careers in accounting and success on the CPA exam with separate accounting accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
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HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Authenticates Keel of Destroyer Sam Nunn (DDG 133)
SUMMARY: On November 22, 2024, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding authenticated the keel of the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer Sam Nunn (DDG 133), honoring former U.S. Senator Sam Nunn. The ceremony included Nunn and his daughter, ship sponsor Michelle Nunn, who welded their initials onto the keel plate, symbolizing its significance. Ingalls Shipbuilding President Kari Wilkinson emphasized the honor of this event and highlighted Nunn’s public service legacy. DDG 133, the fifth Flight III destroyer, features advanced technologies like the AN/SPY-6 radar and Aegis system, designed for 21st-century threats while conducting various naval operations.
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MSU, UM partner for accelerated law degree program
SUMMARY: Mississippi State University (MSU) has established an accelerated pathway into law education in partnership with the University of Mississippi (UM). A recent agreement allows qualified MSU students to enter UM’s Juris Doctor program before completing their undergraduate degree, reducing their college duration by a year. MSU’s President Mark E. Keenum emphasized the benefits of this collaboration for students pursuing law degrees in Mississippi. Eligible MSU students must meet specific academic criteria, and UM will waive application fees for them. The program is set to launch in 2025, also featuring a joint lecture series to foster collaboration between the institutions.
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Celebrate the season with William Carey University
SUMMARY: William Carey University will present three Christmas events in December: “Carey by Candlelight” on Dec. 5, “Keyboards at Christmas” on Dec. 10, and “A Carey Christmas” on Dec. 15-16. These events showcase the Winters School of Music’s talented students. “Carey by Candlelight” features a drive-through campus with live music and free refreshments. “Keyboards at Christmas” offers a unique concert with multiple grand pianos and onstage seating. The 4th Annual “A Carey Christmas,” with performances by the Carey Worship Choir, Orchestra, Dance, and local studios, will take place at Hardy Street Baptist Church. Tickets are available at ticketleap.com.
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