Southern Miss Business

ALEXIS N. AUSTIN
ENTREPRENEURSHIP | RIDGELAND, MISS.
“Being an EAGLE Scholar has assisted me with developing my
professional skills as I prepare to graduate next year. I have
learned so much through the various opportunities I have had to
network with experts in the corporate world, and I can’t wait to
see what the program holds for me this coming year. Because of
this program, I am more motivated than ever to stay positive and
finish my academic career strong!”
LACEY K. WALLACE
MARKETING | JAYESS, MISS.
“I feel honored and especially grateful to have been chosen as an
EAGLE Scholar. This scholarship allowed me to focus on coursework
and campus involvement instead of worrying about how I would
finance my education. This program has equipped me with the skills
to become a better leader, hold myself to higher accountability, and
continue reaching my goals. Because of this scholarship, I had the
opportunity to study abroad in both Italy and the United Kingdom.”
Upon graduating in May 2020, Lacey is now pursuing her MBA at Southern Miss.
ELIZABETH RIVERA-VEGA
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE | BILOXI, MISS.
“Being chosen as an EAGLE Scholar has been an honor. Through the
program, I have gained immense knowledge, experience and skills
that have helped me become a better student and professional.
Thanks to the mentoring and training I received, I was able to
make wiser decisions for my academic and professional careers.
What I have enjoyed most about the program is meeting all of the
wonderful and unique individuals who have shared their different
experiences and knowledge with us.”
Upon graduating in May 2020, Elizabeth is working to obtain her CPA license.
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