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About the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center
The Roy Howard Community Journalism Center at the University of Southern Mississippi is dedicated to enhancing the media landscape in Southeast Mississippi by prioritizing impactful people-centered, issue-oriented reporting, combating mis- and disinformation, fostering the growth and development of student journalists, and strengthening media partnerships.  Our mission is to empower local voices, support accurate and critical journalism through media literacy, provide hands-on coaching to emerging media professionals, and collaborate with regional media organizations to build a more informed and engaged community.  The Roy Howard Community Journalism Center is based at USM's School of Media and Communication and is supported by a grant from the Scripps Howard Fund.
 
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
 
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
 
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu. 
 
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.