Luckyday Foundation Pins Freshman Class with New Insignia
The Luckyday Foundation unveils new logo at the freshman luncheon on November 18.
Luckyday Program Announces 2020 Study Abroad Scholarships
From the busy streets of London to the ancient coastal town of Cadiz, nine Luckyday Scholars will take the opportunity to study abroad during the summer of 2020 in programs offered through the Office of Study Abroad at Southern Miss.
Fitness Challenge? I’m fit’ness in my schedule!
Each spring we challenge scholars to participate in our fitness challenge where they examine their own habits related to nutrition, exercise, and other health-related areas. The challenge runs for 10 weeks beginning January 28.
Leadership Opportunities in 2019
In 2019, the Luckyday Program is taking a new approach to leadership and student programming. Instead of having students serve in year-long commitments on a leadership team, students can apply to serve on individual committees as they have interest and availability. Two teams that we have already filled for this new semester are our Spring…
Better than Bingo
by Kristen Bush In the spring of this year, I began volunteering at Brookdale Senior Living. Each Friday at 3:00, I go to play Bingo with a group of the residents, and then at 4:00, I sing for them while they enjoy refreshments. I frequently sing old hymns, and many of the residents enjoy singing…
From Biloxi to the Big Apple: Three Scholars Receive Funding for Summer Internships
Three Luckyday Scholars receive funding for summer internship experiences through the Pathways Scholarship Program at Southern Miss with opportunities in Biloxi, MS, Washington, D.C., and New York, NY.
In helping others, we often learn about ourselves: A senior’s service story in Shaw, MS
Some students take the opportunity to participate in an extended service trip with the CCE at Southern Miss. This senior scholar traveled to Shaw, MS, during spring break and learned that sometimes by helping others we gain insights into our own lives.
Internship + Pathways Program = “Fun”ded Experience
Internships can be a great way to gain valuable experience, but often they are unpaid and this can be a hinderance to students. The Pathways Program at Southern Miss provides the opportunity for students to seek funding for summer internships and gain valuable skills as well as having funds to support their needs.
John O’Leary Challenges Luckyday Scholars
At the January semester meeting, Luckyday staff gave program announcements and words of wisdom to encourage us in our academic endeavors. Then, Dr. Sparkman put the microphone back on its stand and sat down. Great, the meeting was over. But all of a sudden, this guy in the audience stood up and simply said, “Can one person change the world?”
New year, new goals: Let the challenge begin!
For the past seven years, the Luckyday Program has held a challenge to encourage students to think about their nutrition habits, increase physical activity, and gain muscle. We are kicking off this year’s challenge on February 2. The challenge will run for 10 weeks. Join us as we become big losers! And winners!
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