Events

  • The Southern Miss Homecoming Celebration dates back to 1925, when the first fall Homecoming was held. The week leading up to the Homecoming game is packed with traditions for students to participate in, including: the Homecoming Kickoff, Bring It On Eagle-Style, a day of service, the Fountain Sit, and Friday Night at Spirit Park. Game Day begins with the annual Homecoming Parade and culminates with the Golden Eagle Football Team in action at the Rock.

  • Miss USM is an annual scholarship competition that allows candidates to demonstrate their talents and their love for Southern Miss. Candidates compete in interviews with judges, evening wear, and onstage questions. The winner of the Miss USM competition moves on to compete at the Miss Mississippi competition held in Vicksburg every June.

  • Lighting the Way is Southern Miss's newest official tradition, orchestrated by the Student Government Association as an annual holiday celebration. This festive event, held just after Thanksgiving, illuminates Southern Miss and brings the Hattiesburg community together to kick off the holiday season.

  • Eaglepalooza is a live music event in the heart of downtown Hattiesburg. Brought to you by The University of Southern Mississippi and The City of Hattiesburg.