Message from the Mac
Posted on December 17, 2024 by Marketing and Communications
GREETINGS, JAG NATION!
As the year comes to a close, so too does our celebration of the National Alumni Association’s 50th anniversary. Over the past year, it has been such a privilege to connect with so many of you, both on campus and at events across the country. From the inspiring stories to the laughter and camaraderie, your presence has truly made this celebration unforgettable. This milestone year has been a stirring reminder of the enduring legacy built by generations of graduates who have carried the values, spirit and mission of the University of South Alabama into the world.
Central to this celebration was the annual Wall of Honor Ceremony, an event that exemplifies the profound connection between our alumni and our beloved university. As part of Homecoming this past October, it was our pleasure to recognize Lifetime Members of the National Alumni Association by unveiling their names on the Walls of Honor.
Located in the heart of campus at Moulton Tower and Alumni Plaza, the Walls of Honor are perhaps the University’s most recognized campus landmark. This year we added 183 names, which is the most we’ve ever added in a single year. Seeing familiar faces and watching the excitement as alumni, along with their families, pointed to their names forever engraved on the walls was the highlight of our year!
The Walls of Honor symbolize the collective legacy of our alumni. They remind students and faculty of the remarkable journeys that began here more than 60 years ago and serve as a testament to the lifelong bonds that unite us. We are inspired and grateful for the powerful example they set.
Throughout this celebratory year, we experienced again and again the vibrant and far-reaching community that makes up the University of South Alabama. Alumni support helps us continue to provide transformative education, enhance campus facilities and extend opportunities for current students. Whether it’s through your alumni association membership, your financial contributions, mentoring, participating in events or contributing to scholarship funds, each of you plays a vital role in sustaining and growing the mission of our university. You are the heart of our institution, and your dedication fuels us as we look to the future.
Thank you for being an integral part of this memorable year. As we close this chapter and look forward to the next, we are excited to continue building on the strong foundation created over the past 50 years. We hope to see you at future events, whether back on campus or in your corner of the world. Together, we can shape the next chapter of the University of South Alabama’s history.
GO JAGS!
Karen Webster Edwards ’80 Executive Director
USA National Alumni Association