Become a Member

Memberships are valid for one year from the date of joining, aside from the "Life" membership. Renewal notices shall be sent approximately one month prior to the end of the individual's membership year. Membership shall be open to any person interested in the purpose of the organization upon payment of dues. Each member shall be entitled to one vote on any matter presented for a membership decision and shall be eligible to serve on the Board and hold office.

Life, Benefactor and Sponsor memberships can be joint memberships for a couple. When memberships are for couples, each person will be awarded one vote in meetings of the Friends. Normally they shall receive one mailing of Friends publications and one address for them will be maintained in the Friends' database.

The Friends of the Libraries has several membership options that can fit any budget.

• Southern Miss Student - $10.00
• Friend - $25.00
• Contributor - $50.00
• Sponsor - $100.00
• Benefactor - $250.00
• Corporate Partner - $500.00
• Life - One-time fee of $1,000.00
• Dean's Circle - One-time fee of $1,000.00 and $500.00 Annually