Full News Archive
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Encouraging Artists to do 'Big Things'
Alumna Lucy Gafford sees opportunity growing in Coastal Alabama. Her goal is to retain young artists in that cultural renewal. ...
March 21, 2020 -
They Shared Chopin, Played on Steinway
An accounting professor's legacy gift, the Polish composer's Opus 25, No. 1, and a South pianist took center stage at La ...
March 16, 2020 -
University Alumni, Supporters Honored
Five alumni, a retired USA employee and a county commissioner are recognized by the USA National Alumni Association. ...
March 5, 2020 -
USA Announces Street Name Changes
New street names and updated signs will help students and visitors navigate South's campus and find major facilities. ...
March 5, 2020 -
Getting a Head Start in Nursing
South is collaborating with community colleges to speed the time it takes to earn a Bachelor of Science in nursing. ...
February 21, 2020 -
Drive-By Truckers' Hood to Perform
The March 2 event will include a performance by Patterson Hood, a presentation on roots music and a roundtable discussion. ...
February 21, 2020 -
Nursing Dean to Chair State Board
Dr. Heather Hall, dean the USA College of Nursing, has been elected chair of the Alabama Association of Colleges of Nursing. ...
February 20, 2020 -
USA Giving Day Raises $534,671
More than 1,700 donors supported scholarships, research, athletics and USA Health programs during the third annual USA Giving Day. ...
February 19, 2020 -
Bringing Artistry to the Streets of Carnival
USA alumni keep a tradition alive by designing and building floats for some of Mobile's most iconic Mardi Gras parading group ...
February 18, 2020 -
South Stands Against Violence With V-Day 2020
USA joins the global movement aimed at ending violence against women and girls during "V-Day: Until the Violence Stops 2020.& ...
February 14, 2020 -
Simulated Conditions, Real Results
USA healthcare students begin training in the newly opened Simulation Building using high-tech, low-stress manikins. ...
February 14, 2020 -
Weather Center Gets New Name, Location
The Alabama Power USA Coastal Weather Research Center supports business and serves as a training ground for meteorology students. ...
February 11, 2020 -
Author Patti Callahan to Hold Workshop
The Stokes Center for Creative Writing will host Callahan, who will conduct a writing workshop and discuss her historical novel. ...
February 11, 2020 -
Jones College Joins Pathway USA
Mississippi's Jones College is the sixth two-year institution to team up with South to expand access to a four-year degree. ...
February 7, 2020 -
Looking at Doing Business Differently
Entrepreneur, marketer and Ph.D. student Stacey Wellborn says using data in decision-making has given her a new way of thinking. ...
February 4, 2020 -
Called to Teach, Supported by South
After working in industry, Ramsey Willis used his real-world experience and a USA education to pursue a teaching career. ...
February 3, 2020 -
South Artist Wins Girl Scout Award
Freshman Grace Richardson earns the Girl Scouts' highest honor with a campaign inspired by a visit to the Dauphin Island Sea ...
January 28, 2020 -
South Historian Earns NEH Fellowship
Dr. Claire Cage will use a fellowship to complete a book titled 'The Science of Proof: Forensic Medicine in Modern France. ...
January 27, 2020 -
MacQueen Alumni Center Opens on Campus
The University's National Alumni Association cuts the ribbon on the center that will serve as home for nearly 85,000 alumni. ...
January 24, 2020 -
Stopping a Waste of Useful Waste
USA students are recognized for their research on recovering an important nutrient from treated wastewater sludge. ...
January 23, 2020 -
USA to Host Author Edwidge Danticat
The Haitian-born Danticat will visit Jan. 30. Her latest book, 'Everything Inside,' includes stories of her personal jou ...
January 21, 2020 -
Living in Kuwait, Investing in South
Tiffany Whitfield had a dilemma: What to do with her earnings from teaching abroad. She decided to pay for others' education. ...
January 17, 2020 -
One Marathon Won, 183 Miles to Go
After taking the Mobile Marathon, College of Medicine alumna Jessica Jones readies for her greatest physical challenge. ...
January 16, 2020 -
Open House Set for Adult Learners
Interested in returning to college? The Office of Adult Learner Services will hold an open house Feb. 11 to answer questions. ...
January 15, 2020 -
Unity and Service Events to Honor MLK
South will support activities commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. beginning Jan. 16 leading up to Monday's national holiday. ...
January 15, 2020 -
South Helps Host Jewish Film Festival
The Mobile Jewish Film Festival will run from Jan. 16 through Feb. 2. Several of the films will be shown on USA's campus. ...
January 14, 2020 -
USA Phi Kappa Phi Receives Highest Commendation
The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at South is recognized as a Circle of Excellence Platinum Chapter. ...
January 13, 2020 -
Educating 'Global Citizens' at South
USA students are awarded prestigious Gilman Scholarships to study language and culture in countries across the world. ...
January 10, 2020 -
On the Market: Jaguar Realty
Students interested in real estate soon will be able to shadow agents and get on-the-job experience. ...
January 10, 2020 -
Solve Puzzles! Break Codes! Roam USA's Campus!
A puzzlehunt, math problem-solving event for middle and high school students will be held Jan. 25. ...
January 1, 2020 -
University Holiday Schedule
Most offices will be closed for the holidays starting Friday, Dec. 20. The University will reopen on Thursday, Jan. 2. ...
December 19, 2019 -
Dukes Named University General Counsel
Kristin Daniels Dukes has been associate university attorney for the past 12 years. ...
December 18, 2019 -
USA Honored for Commitment to Diversity
The University was recognized by Minority Access Inc. for enriching the lives of students while stressing diversity and inclusion. ...
December 17, 2019 -
Graduates Urged to Follow 'North Star'
Dr. Alvin Williams, USA chair of marketing and quantitative methods, cautioned graduates against 'success myopia.' ...
December 14, 2019 -
Johnson Elected SACSCOC Board Chair
Dr. David Johnson will chair the board of trustees for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. ...
December 12, 2019 -
A Global Perspective Shaped at Home
Marylyn Gafford speaks Spanish and Russian and has traveled abroad. Her globally minded focus started with a single visitor. ...
December 10, 2019 -
Fueled by Keto Coffee and True Grit
Krystal Lockett juggled a full-time job, family business and sleepless nights while earning a doctorate in nursing practice. ...
December 10, 2019 -
After Changing Majors, He Boarded a Jet
Carson Davidenko's internship with FedEx Freight and its CEO led to a job offer for the future physician turned business majo ...
December 10, 2019 -
Grant to Fund Refugee Collaboration
Two projects in South's English department will receiving funding from the Alabama Humanities Foundation. ...
December 9, 2019 -
South Research Funding Gets Big Boost
USA pulls in more than $87 million in external and contract funding in 2019, a 43 percent jump from the year prior. ...
December 9, 2019 -
Internal Grants Awarded for Galapagos Research
Seven faculty were awarded $3,000 travel grants to establish collaborations and do preliminary work on their projects. ...
December 9, 2019 -
'Everything He Did, He Did For His People'
Graduate student Fernando Guérard delved into archives as part of his research in creating a sculpture of Chief Calvin McGh ...
December 9, 2019 -
Collecting History Through Conversation
An Honors College initiative is sending students and faculty into the Mobile-Tensaw Delta to record stories of its people. ...
December 9, 2019 -
South Teams Up With Yale on Mosquitoes
The ultimate goal of the West Nile 4K Project and research at USA is to develop life-saving vaccines and therapeutics. ...
December 9, 2019 -
Taking On One of Life's Interrupters
At South, an emerging leader in dysphagia research is investigating treatments for people who have difficulty swallowing. ...
December 9, 2019 -
South Readies for Fall Commencement
Dr. Alvin Williams, professor in the Mitchell College of Business, will speak following individual college and school ceremonies. ...
December 6, 2019 -
Visit Mobile Honors Hospitality and Tourism Management
South's department of hospitality and tourism management named Hospitality Partner of the Year. ...
November 22, 2019 -
'Celebrate the Season' With South
The department of music will host its annual holiday concert Dec. 6 on campus. The community is invited to this free event. ...
November 22, 2019 -
Black Alumni Society Requests Nominations
Nominations will be accepted through Dec. 18. The awards ceremony is set for Feb. 15, 2020. ...
November 21, 2019 -
Six Ways to Shop Smarter This Year
South's Dr. Chris Lawrey recommends advance financial planning to keep your wallet from shrinking two sizes too small. ...
November 21, 2019