Homecoming Court

Homecoming Queen: Claire Dulaney

From: Saint Cloud, Fla.

Major: Political Science

“I am so blessed to represent the Southern Miss student body as Homecoming Queen. I love this university and could not be more honored.”

Senior Maid: 

Miya Warfield

From: Madison, Miss.

Major: Accounting

“I am very honored to represent USM as senior maid. Ultimately, I want to be that role model for young girls and to convey that anything is possible with God as the head of their lives and a little bit of persistence.”

Student Body Maid: 

Samantha Wells

From: Moss Point, Miss.

Major: Nursing

“I am super excited to represent USM’s student body as maid because my school is genuinely my passion. Being able to represent those individuals in such an honorable way during Homecoming is such a blessing. I am beyond thankful just to be a part of such a highlighted tradition here at Southern Miss.”

Mr. Southern Miss: 

Alden Bennett

From: Hattiesburg, Miss.

Major: Marketing

“I am so honored and privileged to represent the university that I love and cherish. Being named Mr. Southern Miss is one of the most rewarding and humbling experiences of my life. The opportunity to campaign for this and actually gaining the support of my peers to win was the best part.”

Miss Southern Miss: 

Carmen Hall

From: Pace, Fla.

Major: Biological Sciences

“I am glad to represent USM as Miss Southern Miss because I can truly say I have ridden all the rides possible since 2009, and I am definitely leaving Southern Miss better than I found it. Being Miss Southern Miss exemplifies the true passion, dedication and school spirit I have for this school.”

Gulf Coast Maid: 

Amanda Crowe

From: Gulfport, Miss.

 Major: Master in Business Administration

“I am glad to represent Southern Miss Gulf Coast because I feel this  is an opportunity to bridge the gap between our campus and the Hattiesburg campus.”

Graduate Maid: 

Jobina Khoo

From: Smithdale, Miss.

Major: Research, Evaluation, Statistics and Assessment

“I am proud and honored to represent Southern Miss as the graduate maid. I love everything about my university, but most of all the Southern Miss pride.”

Freshman Maid: 

Rhea Phillips Valentine

From: Hattiesburg, Miss.

Major: Undeclared

“I’m so happy to represent USM as freshman maid because it was such an honor to be chosen by my sorority and my peers. I want to be as involved at USM as possible, leave USM better than I found it and help upcoming freshmen realize what a wonderful school Southern Miss really is.”

Sophomore Maid: 

Emily Radcliffe

From: New Orleans, La.

Major: Broadcast Journalism

“I am absolutely ecstatic to be representing such a phenomenal sophomore class. This school has done so much for me. I can’t imagine my life at another university. Southern Miss has become my home. I want to tell everyone just how great my home is.”

Junior Maid: 

Serena Williams

From: Hattiesburg, Miss.

Major: Elementary Education

“I am so honored to be elected as junior maid for Homecoming 2012. The junior class is full of diverse, talented, intellectual and creative individuals. When I see these qualities in my peers, I strive to be more like them. Thank you, juniors, for electing me, inspiring me and befriending me. You will always be in my Golden Eagle heart.”