Columbia High School was honored to welcome Joseph S. Paul, President of the University of Southern Mississippi, as he met with its seniors to share words of encouragement and inspire them to dream big for their future.
Paul reminded students of USM’s proud motto — “To The Top!” — and encouraged them to continue striving for excellence in all they do.
Joining him was USM women’s basketball coach Missy Bilderback, who is no stranger to the CHS campus as Columbia head football coach Chip Bilderback’s wife and is off to a strong start in her first season leading the Lady Eagles. Seniors also heard from CHS alumni and current USM students Hallie Haddox, Camryn Haddox and Devin Peters, who spoke about how they are thriving, growing and leading on campus.
