Department of Military Science
Department of Military Science & Leadership
Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
Scientists and teachers, business leaders and policy makers, and officers for the US Army. USM and its Army ROTC program prepare students to be innovators and leaders for the 21st century. We produce lieutenants for the active Army, the National Guard, and the US Army Reserves. Each component has 16 branches that cater to multiple interests, including infantry, military intelligence, aviation, engineering, armor and medical services corps. Warriors wanted, each with a breadth of perspective who:
- Demonstrate a capacity for excellence
- Confident they will be competent Army leaders because of the rigor of the program
- Committed to the Army for the duration and open-minded about further service
Our Programs
When you become part of the Army ROTC, you're not just working toward a diploma, but an even brighter future as a leader alongside other motivated Cadets.
Find Your Warrior as a Cadet in the Golden Eagle BN
Our courses develop individual leadership and group problem-solving skills, plus you get to experience the out-of-classroom labs that get you adventuring outdoors including: Rappelling, rifle marksmanship, obstacle courses, and land navigation. Contracted students can also participate in adventure training in airborne, air assault and mountain warfare training schools.
Over 40+
career possibilities to consider
Benefits
Scholarship Opportunities & Stipends
Training
Commission as Second Lieutenants
Find Your Warrior at USM Army ROTC
The high school Four-Year Scholarship is for high school students planning on attending a four-year college program. You can also recieve a 3-year Advanced Designee scholarship, which means that your scholarship money wouldn't kick in until your sophomore year.
Did you know that Federal Tuition Assistance helps cover 15-18 undergraduate or graduate credit hours per academic year based on your branch of service? Approved TA course hours will be paid with your Federal Tuition Assistance and the TA Gap Funding Program from USM!
College of Business Events
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Strategic Communication (StratCom) Week at College Hall
StratCom Week offers students the chance to engage with professionals and faculty in the dynamic fields of strategic communication. The events showcase a range of career paths for students interested in supporting non-profits, agencies, companies and other organizations by designing, creating and researching internal and external messages. The week’s activities are centered around key specializations within the major, including public relations, advertising, media sales and organizational communication. Visit the event's website for a full schedule and locations. If you have questions, contact Dr. Ed Simpson, Director of the School of Media and Communication, at Edgar.Simpson@usm.edu.
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Faculty Artist Series presents Dr. Hsiaopei Lee, Dr. Michael Bunchman at Marsh Auditorium
Dr. Hsiaopei Lee and Dr. Michael Bunchman will present a recital featuring viola works by Vieuxtemps, Büsser and Soulage. Lee will be on viola and Bunchman will be on piano.
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Wind Ensemble in Concert at The Thomas V. Fraschillo Stage at the Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium
The Wind Ensemble is one of the premiere musical ensembles of Southern Miss. The organization presents several concerts throughout the academic calendar spanning a wide variety of styles, including traditional and avant-garde. Since 1985 the ensemble has performed at Mississippi Bandmasters Association conventions, All-South Honor Band, three regional College Band Directors National Associations and two National Conventions of the American Bandmasters Association. The Wind Ensemble currently is under the direction of Catherine Rand.
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Designer Showhouse at 401 S. 37th Ave.
Interior design seniors at Southern Miss are working under the guidance of interior designer, Matt Haskins, on this year's showhouse at 401 S. 37th Ave. This 6,000-square-foot home will be filled with beautiful new furnishings, rugs, accessories and local artwork from Hattiesburg, Laurel, Jackson and New Orleans. Shop from over a dozen businesses under one roof while enjoying music, light hors d'oeuvres and drinks. The open house celebration/party will feature DJ Jamie Massengale, and drinks and lite hors d'ouevres will be provided. Sept. 27 | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. (General Admission)Sept. 27 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. (Open house/celebration party)Sept. 29 | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. (General Admission)
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Designer Showhouse at 401 S. 37th Ave.
Interior design seniors at Southern Miss are working under the guidance of interior designer, Matt Haskins, on this year's showhouse at 401 S. 37th Ave. This 6,000-square-foot home will be filled with beautiful new furnishings, rugs, accessories and local artwork from Hattiesburg, Laurel, Jackson and New Orleans. Shop from over a dozen businesses under one roof while enjoying music, light hors d'oeuvres and drinks. The open house celebration/party will feature DJ Jamie Massengale, and drinks and lite hors d'ouevres will be provided. Sept. 27 | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. (General Admission)Sept. 27 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. (Open house/celebration party)Sept. 29 | 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. (General Admission)