College or Whatever

In Episode 16 of College or Whatever , Jeremiah Colley returns for another movie-filled conversation! 🍿 We continue our discussions on the latest films, upcoming releases, and everything happening in the world of cinema. This time, we also put our movie knowledge to the test with a fun movie budget guessing game, sharing our predictions and reactions along the way. If you're a movie lover who...

In Episode 15 of College or Whatever, we sit down with Sami Jordan, a Multimedia Journalist and Senior Reporter at the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center. From graduating from Jones College to interning at WDAM and building a career in journalism, Sami shares her experiences in reporting, storytelling, and working in local news. We also talk about her passion for theatre, campus involvement, a...

In Episode 14 of College or Whatever, we sit down with Southern Miss alumnus Micah "MDG" Gibbs, a Multimedia Journalist at Twin States News and one of the most influential figures in Southern Miss Student Media. We talk about his journey from student media to professional television news, the impact Student Media had on his career, and the lessons he learned along the way. Micah shares s...

In Episode 13 of College or Whatever, I sit down with my roommate and RHCJC videographer, Nischit Sharma, to talk about college life, creativity, and the international student experience 🌍🎥From adjusting to life in the U.S. to balancing school, friendships, and creative work, we share our experiences as international students navigating college together. We also dive into campus involvement, con...

In Episode 12 of College or Whatever , we sit down with Vivienne Cookmeyer, an SM2 Graduate Assistant who recently graduated with her master’s degree from Southern Miss 🎓 We talk about her full Southern Miss journey — from undergraduate student to grad school, getting involved in the Honors College, working with SM2, and everything in between. Vivienne shares her experiences, challenges, favorite...

In Episode 11 of College or Whatever, we sit down with Jordis Sherrer and Shrijal Thapa — two talented actors featured in my short film 🎬Jordis, an Architecture major, and Shrijal, a Theatre senior, share their experiences working on the film, their passion for acting, and how they balance creativity with college life. From behind-the-scenes moments to their journey as student actors, we dive int...

In Episode 10 of College or Whatever, we sit down with Zeke Jackson, the Most Outstanding Freshman of 2026 at Southern Miss, to talk about his journey, campus involvement, and what sets him apart. From being active in multiple organizations to building his path as a student leader, Zeke shares his experiences, mindset, and vision for the next few years.

In Episode 9 of College or Whatever , we sit down with Alea Hudson, Miss USM 2026 👑, to talk about her journey, campus life, and what it really means to hold a title like Miss USM. From building confidence and balancing responsibilities to representing the university and connecting with students, Alea shares her experiences, goals, and perspective on leadership and personal growth. We also dive i...

In Episode 8 of College or Whatever , the newly elected Vice President of Southern Miss SGA joins us to talk about her plans for campus, student involvement, and stepping into a leadership role. From her passion for forensic science 🔬 to her love for theater 🎭, we explore how she balances academics, creativity, and leadership while representing the student body. We also dive into her goals, camp...

In this episode of College or Whatever, we’re joined by Carter, a Southern Miss alum who’s now working in the real world of media. 🎓Since graduating, Carter has worked with 16 WAPT and Camp Ozark, and he shares his journey from college to professional experience. We also dive into his time at Southern Miss, discuss this year’s Oscar winners, and talk about what life is really like after graduatio...

In this episode of College or Whatever , we’re joined by David as we talk about his love for movies, his experience being involved in SGA, and what college life really looks like. 🎬 From film discussions to student leadership, this episode is a mix of fun conversation and real insights you don’t want to miss.

In Episode 4 of College or Whatever, we sit down with Stephani Perez-Munoz for an honest and meaningful conversation about mental health, her journey into journalism, and the stories that inspire her. From navigating college pressures to pursuing a future in media, Stephani shares her experiences and perspective as a student creative. We also dive into our love for animated and musical movies and...

In Episode 3 of College or Whatever, we sit down with Vivek Paudel to talk about Indian and Nepali films and their growing presence in the global spotlight. From storytelling styles to the changing media landscape, we explore how international cinema is shaping today’s film industry.

In Episode 2 of College or Whatever , we sit down with Jeremiah Colley to talk about the latest films, upcoming movie releases, and the rising cost of Hollywood blockbusters. Are $200M+ movie budgets really worth it? Are expensive films actually better — or just bigger? We break down current releases, what we’re excited to see next, and how the film industry is evolving from a student perspective....

In our very first episode, we sit down with Elisha Williams, USM student, to talk about college life, acting, and awards season. From balancing classes with creative passions to sharing thoughts on major awards shows, this episode is all about navigating college while chasing big dreams.