Joe B. Whitehead, Ph.D., Dean
Patricia M. Beisiot, Ph.D., Associate Dean
Dale Ledford, Ph.D., Associate Dean
118 College Drive #5165
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
(601) 266-4883
The College of Science and Technology offers degrees as outlined on the previous two pages. Please check each department/school section for specific admission, course, and graduation requirements as well as for descriptions of areas of specialization. In addition, present and prospective students should consult earlier sections of this Bulletin for the general Graduate School requirements and regulations that apply to all graduate programs and degrees.
The Center for Science and Mathematics Education, in cooperation with the Departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Computer Science and Statistics, Mathematics, and Physics and Astronomy offers the M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in science and mathematics education with areas of specialization as indicated in the college’s graduate degrees listing. These units also cooperate with the College of Education and Psychology to offer the coursework to support the M.Ed. and Ed.D. in secondary education with various science and mathematics specialization areas.
The college offers the Ph.D. in Computational Science with emphasis in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics and an interdisciplinary minor in environmental science. Interested students may obtain a listing of the available courses from the chair of their department or graduate committee.
The faculty members of the College of Science and Technology have organized numerous specialized centers and institutes, several of which address interdisciplinary issues. Brief descriptions of the principal ones follow.
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
The Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs is home to the Department of Coastal Sciences and the Center for Fisheries Research and Development, The Marine Education Center and the Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center. More than 200 faculty, researchers, technicians, graduate students, and support personnel work at this research site. Research emphases include aquaculture biodiversity, fisheries, pathology, and toxicology. The GCRL Summer Field Program has offered courses in the marine sciences every summer since 1947.
J. L. Scott Marine Education Center
In the wake of Hurricane Katrina’s destruction, the J. L. Scott Marine Education Center and Aquarium (Scott Aquarium) is now at an interim location at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. The suite of hands-on marine science education programs that earned the Scott Aquarium an international, award-winning reputation will continue to reach precollege teachers and students who participate in institutes, workshops, educational field programs, and day camps.
Stennis Space Center
The Stennis Space Center (SSC) is home to more oceanographers than any other location in the world. Students, staff, and faculty have the opportunity to interact with more than 1,000 scientists, engineers, and technical personnel working at this site located near Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Collaborations are possible with personnel at the Naval Research Laboratory, the Naval Oceanographic Office, the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Data Buoy Center and National Marine Fisheries Service, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Gulf of Mexico Program, the U.S. Geological Survey, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration laboratories, and other agencies. SSC is home to the Department of Marine Science, Center for Trace Analysis (CETA), Central Gulf Ocean Observing System (CENGOOS), and Hydrographic Science Research Center.
Innovation for Construction and Engineering Enhancement (ICEE) Center
Tulio Sulbaran, Ph.D., Director
118 College Drive #5137
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
(601) 266-6419
The Innovation for Construction and Engineering Enhancement (ICEE) Center is a multi-disciplinary industrial, educational and research hub housed at The University of Southern Mississippi within the School of Engineering Technology. The mission of ICEE is twofold:
- develop, implement and assess the latest educational technology for the architecture/engineering/construction community; and
- enhance the economic development of the construction industry through the use of the latest technologies and management tools.
Individuals with background and/or interest in education, information technology or architecture/engineering/construction are encouraged to contact the center to explore possible opportunities.
Institute for Formulation Science
Robert Y. Lochhead, Ph.D., Director
118 College Drive #10076
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
(601) 266-4868
The Institute for Formulation Science supports and coordinates research in formulation science. The institute is an integral part of the College of Science and Technology and functions in concert with the School of Polymers and High Performance Materials.
Institute for Justice Systems, Management, Research, and Training
Lisa S. Nored, J.D, Ph.D., Director
118 College Drive #5127
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
(601) 266-4509
The Institute provides consultation services for a wide variety of county jails, legal organizations, and law enforcement agencies.
Mississippi Polymer Institute
James Evans, Director
118 College Drive #10003
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001
(601) 266-4607
The Mississippi Polymer Institute was authorized by the Mississippi Legislature in 1983. The purpose of the institute is to conduct research designed to support the rapidly growing polymer industry in Mississippi by building the infrastructure and providing technical assistance. The institute is an integral part of the College of Science and Technology and functions in concert with the School of Polymers and High Performance Materials.
