Some modern conveniences available to students as part of Century Park South include the following: 1. Double occupancy with private baths in the majority of rooms 2. Larger social areas, lounges and meeting spaces for a home-like ambience 3. Mini-kitchens with ovens and microwaves provided in some lounge areas 4. Personal temperature control with thermostat in each residential room 5. Study/quiet room separate from lounges 6. Full laundromats in multiple locations 7. Energy management systems with sensors that monitor temperature and humidity in different zones 8. Oxygen level monitors to ensure fresh air circulation “The addition of Century Park South will be transformational for our Hattiesburg campus. Not only will we now have a critical mass of contemporary, luxury housing for students, but also the north central part of campus will become a beautiful showcase area,” said Dr. Joe Paul, vice president for Student Affairs. "This will complete the second phase of our master plan for campus housing and will serve us well as we grow for many years to come.”
Southern Miss Plants Five Mature Oak Trees on Hattiesburg Campus BY VAN ARNOLD
Three months after an EF-4 tornado tore through the front part of campus The University of Southern Mississippi has taken a huge step in restoring the damaged landscape. On Tuesday, May 7, five mature oak trees were planted to kick off the first phase of a Campus Beautification Plan. The live oaks, measuring 40-feet high by 40-feet wide, were supplied by Florida-based grower, The Magnolia Company. These trees are root-pruned and grown specifically for transplantation. Each one is between 25-30 years old. The tornado that struck the Hattiesburg area on Feb. 10 destroyed approximately 75 trees on the Southern Miss campus. Among the trees destroyed were four legacy oaks estimated to be at least 90 years old. “After we realized how much damage had been done to the landscape, we immediately began formulating a plan to restore the beauty that everybody associated with this campus,” said Loren Erickson, superintendent of landscape at Southern Miss. “Replacing the giant oaks that were lost with these new trees is a great start to what we believe will be an even better ‘front porch’ for students, faculty, staff and visitors.” Last month, the University launched a $3 million Campus Beautification Plan aimed at restoring the campus’ “front porch.” Thus far the campaign has raised $170,000, which includes a $100,000 contribution from the Southern Miss Alumni Association. Additionally, May 8 has been set aside as a "Day of Giving" for those who wish to make contributions toward restoration of the campus landscape. Workers with The Magnolia Company prepare a live oak tree for planting on the Southern Miss campus. (Photo by Kelly Dunn)
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