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Student Life

Student Organizations are a cornerstone of student life that has been around since the beginning. College students that join groups and organizations tend to have a more successful future and a more enjoyable college experience. The Office of Student Activities offers an incredible range of organizations to accommodate the diverse interests of all students. Southern Miss hosts over 270 student organizations that offer excellent co-curricular experiences in student life. It is a proven fact that the more involved or active a student is in organizations on campus, the more likely they will be to graduate and become successful leaders in their communities.

You can gain valuable skills when getting involved in student organizations. Each organization on campus contains its own function, administration, purpose, and history, enabling it to become a very important part of each member and the greater university community. Listed are categories of organizations you can become involved in here at Southern Miss:

Taking Action!

The Student Government Association is typically known as the “powerhouse” on campus that has involvement in major campus decisions.  Whether SGA is to encourage the students to vote or write new legislation to improve the campus environment, it is your one-stop shop in organizing series of events. You can be a part of events such as Eaglepalooza, Homecoming, and the Miss University of Southern Miss Pageant.  There are many opportunities to take action in SGA.  Make a difference by being a part of the Freshmen Associates, Senate, Judicial Board, and Cabinet.  www.usm.edu/sga

Cheering on your Golden Eagles!

Have a lot of school spirit?  These are the organizations for you!  The Pride of Mississippi Marching Band has grown to over 250 members.  It is an essential part of Southern Miss. The Pride does exactly what their name says by continuing to entertain crowds at pep rallies and football games.  It also includes Dixie Darlings and color guard members.  Dixie Darlings are high kicking, high energy dance performance team who participates in pep rallies, pre-game festivities including the Eagle Walk, and football halftime shows.  www.usm.edu/band

Want more ways to show your love for Southern Miss athletics?  You can join one of the spirit groups on campus!  The university’s Southern Misses is a group of  ladies who show off their technique, good attitude, and high energy during football pep rallies, the Eagle Walk, and men and women’s basketball games.  You can also show your spirit by cheering on Southern Miss by becoming a cheerleader or mascot.  They help keep the crowd excited at many of the Southern Miss athletic games. www.southernmiss.com

The keepers of the University of Southern Mississippi traditions are the members in the Legacy.  Housed in the Alumni Association, this group is open to everyone but specifically new students.  We want all students to learn and appreciate the history of the university.  www.southernmissalumni.com/legacy

Building Campus Relationships

Our Greek system has a long and rich history that continues to make significant contributions to student life on campus and in the community.  From Student Government Presidents to Hall of Fame inductees to endless scholarship recipients, Greek members have earned an outstanding reputation with faculty, staff, and the community.  Greek Life encourage students to participate in various activities, gain volunteer experience, and exert a positive influence in the community by shaping men of character and women of dignity.  There are three governing bodies associated with the Greek Life office.  IFC, CPC, and NPHC are organizations that have many opportunities to grow in leadership skills and meet new people. www.southernmissgreeks.com

Make your mark on campus….and join student organizations!