FRIENDS OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
The University of Southern Mississippi
ABOUT
The Friends of University Libraries is an organization providing support for the research, teaching and public service missions of The University of Southern Mississippi Libraries. In addition to supporting the services, facilities and activities of the Libraries, the Friends encourage financial contributions in the form of gifts, endowments and bequests as well as solicit donations of materials for the Libraries' collections.
The Friends also support the Libraries and encourage community involvement through the sponsorship of educational and cultural events such as visits with authors, exhibits and book signings. Members receive invitations to these events as well as Library News, a monthly e-newsletter.
Members also have access to the resources of the University Libraries in accord with library policy and may check out circulating materials. Membership is renewable on an annual basis.
BENEFITS
Membership in the Friends confers:
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University Library privileges (excluding remote access) and the ability to check out materials that circulate
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A 10% Discount at the Hattiesburg and Gulf Coast Campus Barnes & Noble
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A 10% Discount at the Hattiesburg Book Store Main Street Books
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Invitations to University Libraries' events
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Copies of all University Libraries publications and periodic updates from the Dean of University Libraries
Members at or above the Contributor level will:
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Have their names listed in Library News, University Libraries' monthly newsletter
New members at the Corporate Partner, Life and Dean's Circle level will receive an appreciation plaque.
Members at the Dean's Circle level are invited to select activities in attendance with the Dean of Libraries.
MEMBERSHIP
Memberships are valid for one year from the date of joining, excluding the Life membership. Renewal notices are sent approximately one month prior to the end of the individual's membership year. Membership is open to any person interested in the purpose of the organization upon payment of dues. Each member is eligible to serve on the Board of Directors and hold office.
Membership Levels:
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Southern Miss Student - $10.00
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Friend - $25.00
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Contributor - $50.00
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Sponsor - $100.00
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Benefactor - $250.00
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Corporate Partner - $500.00
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Life - One-time fee of $1,000.00
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Dean's Circle - One-time fee of $1,000.00 and $500.00 Annually
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10% Military discount - active and retired
You can purchase your membership in one of three ways:
Online
Printable Mail-in Form
Sign up at any Southern Miss Libraries' Circulation Desk
University employee payroll deduction
Thank you to our members:
Sponsor Level Members:
John Conner
Dr. Samuel A. Guccione
Ellen Ruffin
Sara Warren
Benefactor Level Members:
Thomas Conway
Dr. Aubrey and Ella Lucas
Robert and Dr. Teresa Welsh
Lifetime Members:
Daniel Ball
Kelli Overmyer
EVENT PHOTO GALLERY
Curious George Day at the Hattiesburg Zoo
Sponsored by the Friends of University Libraries
November 12, 2016
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Herbert Randall Exhibit Reception
Hosted by the Friends of University Libraries
June, 2014
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CONTACT US
Tel: 601.266.4241
118 College Drive #5053
Hattiesburg, Miss 39406
Interested in supporting the arts at Southern Miss?
The arts programs at Southern Miss including Art and Design, Dance and Theatre in the School of Performing and Visual Arts, the School of Music, and the Center for Writers in the School of Humanities are grateful to Partners for the Arts.