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USM’s School of Coastal Resilience Featured in the 2023 Sustainable Campus Index

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September 17, 2023

www.ourmshome.com – University of Southern Mississippi – 2023-09-17 11:37:20

SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Coastal Resilience has been featured in the 2023 Sustainable Campus Index. The index highlights the new sustainable majors offered in the School of Coastal Resilience, specifically the Sustainability Studies and Sustainability Sciences programs. Dr. Westley Follett, the Interim Director of the School, expressed pride in the recognition and hopes to attract more students to the program. Dr. David Holt, an Associate Professor in the School, discussed the importance of understanding sustainability in a changing world and mentioned the development of an accreditation body for national sustainability programs. The index is recognized by the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating Systems (STARS).

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How to Plan a Mississippi Thanksgiving

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November 1, 2024

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ourmshome.com – Allyson Alford – 2024-11-01 14:06:00

SUMMARY: Thanksgiving is a highly anticipated occasion, prompting people to finalize their menus, cooking responsibilities, and decorations while considering attire. To prepare for a Mississippi Thanksgiving, follow five essential tips:

1. Establish your menu, balancing tradition with fresh ideas.
2. Decide who will cook and practice any new dishes in advance.
3. Purchase decorations that are safe and themed, keeping children in mind.
4. Get a head start on cooking tasks and shop for non-perishable items.
5. Be mindful of guests’ food allergies to prevent cross-contamination.

Thanksgiving also serves as a time for gratitude and reflection.

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A New Deep Sea Remotely Operated Vehicle Coming to USM

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4 days ago

October 29, 2024

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ourmshome.com – University of Southern Mississippi – 2024-10-29 12:07:00

SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is set to operate a new remotely operated vehicle (ROV) funded by NOAA and NSF to enhance research and restoration efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. Scheduled for construction in 2024, this medium-size ROV aims to improve accessibility for oceanographic research by functioning on multiple ships. USM’s Associate VP Dr. Leila Hamdan emphasizes that this initiative will aid in workforce development and blue economy growth, particularly for students in USM’s Ocean Engineering program. The ROV will support restoration projects addressing habitat damage from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, facilitating significant scientific discoveries.

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