Hi all,

First, let me say my heart goes out to the many friends of T.J. Thomas. I too have been where you are now, and I too have asked the same questions and felt the same sadness you've expereienced this week. But I've also shared in the memories of a lost friend - memories that old age and time will never be able to steal.

I was surprised to receive e-mails and messages through Facebook thanking me for the story about T.J. in Tuesday's Printz. It was so touching to know that the story - which was the least I could do for him, his family and his friends - was so very much appreciated by those who knew and loved him. It amazes me how people can unknowingly touch lives through the simplest of acts such as a smile or kind word.

I hope everyone has enjoyed the Printz this week, and I wish you all a fabulous Labor Day break.

Brittany

As I lay dying of whatever "crud" is going around campus, my last wish is to post this blog about the printz. David is right, we have an unbelieveable staff this semester which is such a blessing. my writers are great and receptive to new ideas which is more than I could ask for.
I had the opportunity to go to the Silent Witness art show opening this week. I must say it was really great to meet the artists and talk to everyone affiliated with the exhibition. It's amazing how much work goes into these things.
Seems like everyone is working really hard around here. Labor Day is much needed. :)

Here are some upcoming entertainment blips:

~Vanilla Ice performing at Phi Tau house
~We Landed on the Moon! to perform in Hattiesburg
~Win A Date...(a series we are working on where 4 girls get to go on a date with a mystery guy and both parties write about their dates with eachother. just for giggles..)
~National comedy tour to come to Hattiesburg Seanger (spelling??)
~Hollywood South (more and more movies are being made in the South)
~Mississippi Pride is new and improved in time for football season
~Cochran Center Grand Opening Festivities

and more to come....everyone have a fun/relaxing/SAFE labor day!!

Wow, this edition went so smoothly, I don't know what to say. The staff is really pulling together and proving to be one of the best ever.

We won't print on Tuesday. But, Thursday's issue will be devoted to crime in Hattiesburg. Also, expect a story about Robert Van Winkle aka Vanilla Ice.

One last note. I recieved a book from a local author claiming to be a former professor in Biloxi. The book seems to be an allegory concerning the events surrounding the Thames controversy of legend. More to come...

Hey guys, done with my work for the day and am looking forward to the edition tomorrow. I've liked all the ones so far, and cannot wait for the return of opinions. Should be awesome. Gotta run, Your Handy-Dandy Sports Editor, Joey

My section will return Thursday. I promise good things.

I can't believe the major star that is coming to campus on September 9. He is a master thespian and hardcore rapper. I am so there.




Drop that zero and get a hero!

A USM student died Saturday in a car wreck. The details are sketchy, some sources are saying it came as the result of a police chase, and the student was struck by the car being pursued. But, that's just a rumor for now. Still, you can read our paper for details.

Yesterday was tough. Step throat has bloomed on campus, and half our staff had it. Our photo editor mucked through, but our copy desk chief ended up in the hospital.

We had to backwards engineer a handful of tasks he is an expert at.

So, we were at the Printz offices till 11 p.m., and to make things worse, our printers (the paper is printed under contract off campus) somehow screwed up and did not print the paper. So, it won't hit the racks till noon today.

Still, the website is up for this edition. We will also have a new video up sometime today showing the Gulf Coast Campus as it looks today.

We keep hearing rumors that an epidemic number of students have strep throat and the clinic is overrunning. This poses a few problems for us.

Under FERPA, we can't reveal anything about a student that violates his or her right to keep medical records private. So, we need to contact the clinic and just get some information about what students should be doing and whether or not there is an outbreak.

But, getting the clinic on the phone isn't easy.

So, maybe we'll have a story - but not unless we talk to someone official.

It looks like something new and exciting may be coming to my section, which is a little cramped with all the ad space. But that is what pays the bills. This week you should see my tearfull goodbye to someone on campus, and maybe a surprize or two.

Lisa Whelchel was in town this weekend, I can't believe I missed her! If you dont know who she is:

Hola poodles! I am pleased with the first issue but even more anxious to come out with new ones! There is so much going on in Hattiesburg... i would list some of the stories we are working on but things change/update so frequently, i would hate to speak too soon. anyway, i am so happy with my awesome staff and am always open to suggestions as far as story ideas,heads up on events, etc. I find myself totally consumed with all-things-printz lately, and I hope to develop a steady routine soon. It should be easier to find balance now that my classes have begun and I know my definite schedule. anyway, I am rambling as I often do...please feel free to speak up and let us know how we're doing and what we could be doing better! Until next time, Ciao!

Here's a heads up on stories we are working on:

USM is charging students to use Web CT, the web-based program for getting assignments, turning them in, getting notes and such.

How is USM remembering Katrina on year later?

Vanilla Ice is coming to USM in September.

How did USM utilize the Katrina money?

What is the future of outsourcing at USM, and what is the history?

Also, we will have a video story from the Gulf Coast Campus concerning it's progress in rebuilding.

Hola amigos! It is I, Paul David. The first issue of the Printz is out and it is stellar! Ladies and Gentlemen: I must heap oodles of accolades on my fellow Printz staff as well as kudos to my staff. You guys did a great job and I am uber-pleased. We have lots of fun stuff we are working on and luckily, yours truely gets to be right in the thick of it. I love my job! Well mis amigos, I have to run. Adios!


PS- Is no one else's world put in a spin over there being only 8 planets now?! Am I the only one?!

Starting off the semester by pulling off a 12-page paper with a new staff and a new website was hard, but I think we pulled it off and then some.

Everyone went above and beyond the call of duty, and it shows.

I look forward to where we go from here.

Hey Adam, check this one out:

Hi all,

I'm so proud of our first edition!!

And, of course, it couldn't have happend without the excellent staff we have. Everyone deserves a pat on the back for a fabulous job.


Now, we do it all over again.

Brittany

Hello out there, Just got done reading my copy of The Student Printz and may I say it was most excellent. Everyone doing a great job and the writers are superb. I love what Noel and everybody did with the Sports page and the pic was fantastic! Great size for the picture David. I'm looking forward to other issues this semester. Great things lie ahead. Later, Joey

So parking is done and I thought I would mention some other things I am working on.

Crime is up in Hattiesburg with a woman accosted by gun toting youths on camera yesterday. Nothing was done.

I saw this yesterday



and wondered why nobody does college panks anymore...

I need writers. Finding people to write opinions has become a full time job. So, if you know anyone please drop me a line at the printz.

Hey Guys, It's your sports editor Joey. Hope everything is good out where you are. Me not so much. I need more writers so if you know of anybody, puh-leeeeeease give me a call. My two staffers from last year have schedules that are killer and I don't know about the two i spoke with on Saturday. I may not be able to use the first two guys at all. In the words of the great ones, "HELP!" I'm just hoping to get everything in on time for editing. Other than trouble there, everything seems ok. I'm excited about being the sports editor and hope it can be different this year. Never blogged before so this along with everything else is new to me. Looking forward to working on the paper. Gotta run, Joey Emfinger

Hello all!! I am so excited to have the opportunity to be the editor of our brand new entertainment section. I have been working for over a month putting this section together so that it will be easy for anyone to find out what's happening in Hattiesburg. We are including all things entertainment such as music,movies,art,videogames, resteraunts,bars, and nightclubs (to name a few).
Today I have spend the last 6 hours working on putting the finishing touches on the first issue. I still have more work to do!! I don't mind though because everyone is going to use this section as their "guide" to Hattiesburg nightlife. There is so much going on, and so little space to put it all! ANDDDD I just got word that the Student Printz will be giving away 2 FREE TICKETS to the Dierks Bentley concert coming up on the 31st!! Make sure you read Thursday's paper for more info!! Gotta get back to work....kisses!
-elise

Hi guys,

Welcome to a new phase of the Printz!

As news editor, my goal is to keep students informed about what's happening on campus and in the community.

In our first edition Thursday, you can read about my interview today with Dr. Shelby F. Thames, who is preparing to end his final term as our president. Thames talked about his past decisions, future plans and hopes for the university's next president.

You can also have an inside look into the new Thad Cochran Center, as well as other high-dollar projects that are in the works. Could you imagine no longer eating in the Commons but listening to lectures in high-tech classrooms? It could happen.

Get all the details on these plans, and the newest updates on parking and other issues that affect you.
Let us know what you think!

Brittany

Hola, Amigos! It is I, your friendly neighborhood Printz Photo Editor, Paul David. Man, is it hot! I have been footin' it all over campus today shooting everything from president Shelby F. Thames to the construction of "The Village". However, weather aside, I am personally thrilled to be on the executive staff this semester and have made it a personal quest to provide the student body with the most exciting and exceptional photos the paper has ever seen. (I know, big shoes to fill) Well, I got oodles of photos to peruse, so until next time, amigos, adios.

Welcome to the official blog of The Student Printz, USM's campus newspaper. I'm the executive editor of the paper, and I can't wait for everyone to see what we've done with the Printz.

Right now I'm designing the flag, or the logo, for the website, helping the entertainment editor get the calendar together, calling back and forth with the web editor to get our video and blog up, editing the opinions columns, writing a news story about parking, meeting with the cartoonist to establish deadlines and approving photographs.

Earlier this morning I edited together our first video element for the website and contacted Dierk Bentley's management for a press kit.

So, altogether, it's a busy day. But, I want this paper to blow people away who were accustomed to the old paper.

This blog is to help provide transparency for the operation. I feel that the media often attempts to hide the inner workings of their production. So, think of this as self-reporting.

Ok, gotta get back...