Media Mentors
Media Mentors, a learning and development series hosted by the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center at The University of Southern Mississippi, is designed to connect students with experienced professionals in journalism, broadcasting, public relations and digital media. Each session provides valuable career advice, industry insights and an opportunity to engage directly with professionals who have been in your shoes.
If you have questions, contact Joshua Wilson at 601-266-4265 or email [email protected].
Why Join Media Mentors?
— Learn from Experts: Gain firsthand knowledge from journalists, PR specialists, broadcasters and media leaders.
— Build Your Network: Make industry connections that can help shape your future.
— Get Career Advice: Learn the skills and strategies needed to succeed in today’s media landscape.
— Engage & Ask Questions: Participate in Q&A discussions and hear real-world experiences.
Upcoming Sessions
All sessions are held from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in Stout Hall, Room B on the Hattiesburg campus.
Friday, July 11
Friday, September 12
Friday, October 10
Friday, November 14
Friday, December 5
We are currently finalizing spring 2026 speakers. See those dates, session titles and descriptions, and confirmed speakers here.
Past Sessions
Friday, June 13
Friday, May 2
Friday, April 11
Friday, March 14
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