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04/27/2026

🚨 ATTENTION USM STUDENTS – WE’RE HIRING! 🚨

The Gulf South Center for Community-Engaged Health Research and Innovation is offering two exciting opportunities for USM students to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact:

💻 Graduate Assistant – Data Infrastructure & Software Development
Work on building and maintaining a health and community research data platform. Ideal for graduate students interested in data systems, coding, analytics, and software development.
Apply here: https://redcap.usm.edu/surveys/?s=LRRA3HPRH8JT73D8

📱 Social Media Intern
Bring your creativity to life! Help create content, manage social media platforms, and support community outreach efforts.
Apply here: https://redcap.usm.edu/surveys/?s=EHFDX37WN3PKJ43F

✨ Gain real-world experience, build your resume, and contribute to meaningful community-engaged work—all right here at USM.

📅 Apply by: May 15, 2026
📲 Click the links above or scan the QR code on the flyer to apply!

04/17/2026

🌟 Celebrating Excellence at the 2026 Susan A. Siltanen Graduate Student Research Symposium! 🌟

We are incredibly proud of our graduate assistants, Gayathri Kongara, Bindu Sharma, and Abdelrahman Khader, for presenting their research at USM’s Susan A. Siltanen Graduate Student Research Symposium on April 16, 2026. Their hard work and dedication continue to elevate our program and inspire those around them.

A special congratulations to our former Public Health and Community Outreach Intern Salwa Musarikandy for earning 1st place in the Life, Health, and Environmental Sciences Poster Presentation. An outstanding achievement and well deserved!

👏 Keep shining!

04/15/2026

USM STUDENTS!💛🖤
CAN YOU CRACK THE CODE? 💻🔥
This isn’t just a hackathon, it’s your shot at a PAID SUMMER OPPORTUNITY!

Join us for a two-round challenge where you’ll:
⚡ Tackle real-world backend data problems (SQL + Python)
⚡ Build a dynamic frontend application (React)
⚡ Present your solution and compete with the best

🏆 3 top performers will be selected for a PAID SUMMER POSITION with our Center!

📅 Round 1: May 15–18
📅 Round 2: May 22–25

Your stage. Your time. Your code.

Scan the QR code to email Corey Welborn for more information and to apply.

Deadline is May 13, 2026!

03/27/2026

We’re excited to be at the F.E. Woodall Spring Conference for the Helping Professions at Delta State University in Cleveland!

Our team continues spreading awareness about the dangers of excessive sugar consumption and how it impacts overall health. Using our interactive visual aid, Sugar Shockers, we’re helping attendees see just how much sugar is hiding in everyday drinks and snacks 👀🥤

It’s all about education, prevention, and empowering healthier choices.. one conversation at a time! 💬💙

03/25/2026

The Dr. Lynn Cook Hartwig Public Health Program invites you to the 2026 Public Health Symposium, taking place April 8–9 at the Trent Lott National Center in recognition of National Public Health Week. This year’s theme, Ready, Set, Action, brings together students, faculty, professionals, and community members for meaningful conversations and real-world solutions that impact public health across Mississippi.

We kick things off on Wednesday, April 8 from 1 pm to 4 pm with a dynamic preconference workshop featuring a welcome from Dean Charleen McNeill and an interactive self-defense training led by Team 144. Come dressed comfortably and ready to learn practical techniques designed to keep our world-changers safe.

The symposium continues Thursday, April 9 from 9 am to 3 pm with a full day of programming including poster sessions, exhibits, and engaging discussions. Highlights include a plenary session on the State of Public Health Legislation in Mississippi, breakout sessions on innovative research and community-based programs, and an inspiring keynote speaker. Lunch will be provided, and attendance is free.

Whether you are looking to learn, connect, present, or showcase your work, there is a place for you at this year’s symposium.

🔗Register here: https://usmuw.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5mAmNN3D792hBye
🔗Submit a poster: https://usmuw.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5veM9hPBNgugnl4
🔗Exhibitor registration: https://usmuw.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6VZe1lzGLLBkdEy

Join us as we get Ready, Set, and take Action for Public Health!

03/21/2026

Our very own Dr. Lashanda Brumfield and MPH student Bernice Akinwande - a dynamic student-faculty team - sharing their latest publication examining gun violence patterns across the state of Mississippi at the 2026 Mississippi Academy of Sciences.

03/19/2026

We’re out at the MS Academy of Sciences (MAS) Conference! 🍬⚡

Ever wonder how your bloodstream works? We’re breaking down the difference between healthy blood sugar levels and high blood sugar, and what it means for your body.

Stop by, learn something new, and take a step toward healthier choices! 💡🥤

03/12/2026

🚨 Deadline Extended!

The Southern Miss GTEC Scholars Program is now enrolling, and the application deadline has been extended to March 23, 2026!

This competitive two-year graduate program provides hands-on research experience in cardiovascular disease, mentorship, and professional development. Scholars also receive a $10,350 stipend, travel support for conferences, housing assistance, and program and tuition fees covered.

If you know students accepted into a biomedical or health-related graduate program, encourage them to apply before the extended deadline!

📅 New Deadline: March 23, 2026
📲 Scan the QR code in the flyer or click the link to learn more and apply: https://gulfsouthcommunityhealth.com/southern-miss-gtec/

03/05/2026

GREAT NEWS!! 🥳🥳

The deadline for the Southern Miss GTEC Scholars Program has been extended to March 23, 2026. 🤗

This competitive, two-year program offers graduate students hands-on research experience in cardiovascular disease, dedicated mentorship, and professional development support. Scholars receive a $10,350 stipend, travel funding, housing support, and program and tuition coverage.

Students can scan the QR code or click the link below to apply.
https://gulfsouthcommunityhealth.com/southern-miss-gtec/

03/04/2026

🌟 Do you thrive on detail, process, and driving impact through research? Our Center is hiring a Research Program & Grants Coordinator and we want you on our team! 🌟

Join our team to support faculty and staff with grants management, research program coordination, and compliance. This is a great opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented professional to make an impact in research administration.

Learn more and apply:
https://usm.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/5178?c=usm

Please share with anyone who might be a great fit!

03/03/2026

Are you passionate about improving community health? 🌿

The ASPIRE research team is recruiting Health Educator Scholars in Mobile County, AL and Jackson County, MS. Participants will receive training and contribute to meaningful community-engaged research.

If you’re 18+ and able to attend required training, we encourage you to apply!

📲 Scan the QR code to get started.

For more information:
📧 lanena.john@usm.edu

02/28/2026

Another Day of Outreach = Another Day at the Beach.. Just Kidding.

We’re here at Frank Gruich Sr. Community Center in Biloxi for the 228 event hosted by Magnolia Medical Foundation and TrueCare.

Absolutely loved seeing culture at its finest with cultural dancing demonstrations.

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