Full News Archive
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'As You Like It' Closes Theatre USA Season
William Shakespeare's comic masterpiece began a one-week run Friday at the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. ...
April 13, 2016 -
USA Wind Ensemble to Perform at Festival
Mentorship and music blend as Alabama's best young musicians arrive this week for the All-State Band Festival. ...
April 12, 2016 -
Graphic Novel Selected for Common Read
Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, in comic book format, tells of a Jewish survivor of Hitler's Europe and his cartoonist son. ...
April 8, 2016 -
Doctoral Student Serves as STEM Advocate
Angelia Bendolph picked for American Association of University Women panel on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. ...
April 7, 2016 -
What He Said Made National News
'No matter what sport you compete in, it's going to come to an end sometime,' said Jags kicker Aleem Sunanon. ...
April 6, 2016 -
Pathway USA Expands to Mississippi
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College students offered a seamless transition to enroll at South after graduation. ...
April 5, 2016 -
Before Sun Rises, South Grad Shines
Margie Friedman's firstborn son was a patient at USA Children's & Women's Hospital. Today she is a nurse there. ...
April 1, 2016 -
High School Students Take 'Journey' in Contest
More than five dozen participants from seven area schools pen essays in French, Spanish, German and Latin. ...
March 31, 2016 -
Gaillard Receives Eugene Current-Garcia Award
USA writer-in-residence's book 'Cradle of Freedom' was chosen as South's Common Read selection for 2015-16. ...
March 30, 2016 -
How Women Shaped American History
Five USA faculty, staff and alumnae share their own successes and lessons learned from women history makers. ...
March 29, 2016 -
Owen Bailey Named COO of USA Health
Veteran health care executive has served as administrator of USA Children's & Women's Hospital since 2011. ...
March 28, 2016 -
Start Your Timer: The Three-Minute Thesis
Maddie Kennedy, a marine sciences major, won the top prize in USA's 3rd Annual 3MT® Competition held Wednesday, March 23, ...
March 25, 2016 -
Dean Announced for Allied Health Professions
Dr. Gregory H. Frazer arrives at USA from Duquesne University to become the college's fourth dean. He will begin Aug. 1. ...
March 25, 2016 -
'Just Sit Back and Enjoy the Music'
The melodic steel drum, an instrument rarely part of a university curriculum, is practiced and celebrated at USA. ...
March 24, 2016 -
USA Counselor Wins Top Award
Leslie Weaver-Martin, a University of South Alabama alumna and a licensed professional counselor with USA's Counseling and Te ...
March 23, 2016 -
South Solidifies Promise with New Brand
The University of South Alabama launches a rebranding campaign to align its image with the reality of a USA education. ...
March 23, 2016 -
Finding Adventure in the 'Math Magic Kingdom'
Math Circle connects middle and high school students with USA mathematicians each week on South's campus. ...
March 21, 2016 -
South Vaulter Soars to New Heights
Sean Collins, an All American who cleared nearly 18 feet, said USA's track program 'feels a lot like a family.' ...
March 21, 2016 -
Poet Major Jackson to Visit South
Jackson will speak March 21 as part of the Stokes Center for Creative Writing Visiting Writers Series. ...
March 18, 2016 -
Loving the Weather, Hating the Cold
South senior from Connecticut enjoys warmer temperatures and faculty mentoring in USA's meteorology program. ...
March 14, 2016 -
South Grad Rides Gravitational Wave
Chris Buchanan, an Honors Program alum, contributed to what is being heralded as 'the discovery of the century.' ...
March 10, 2016 -
'Standing Separate from the History of Others'
Peggy Wallace Kennedy, daughter of two governors, talks forgiveness, change and reconciliation. She speaks Wednesday at USA. ...
March 7, 2016 -
Medical Building Named after USA Dean, Wife
The Judith Susan and Samuel Strada Patient Care Center will open this summer with 153 patient exam rooms. ...
March 4, 2016 -
Alumni Association Recognizes Excellence
Six alumni and friends are honored at the annual Distinguished Alumni and Service Awards gala for their contributions. ...
March 4, 2016 -
Engineering Project Takes Off with NASA
Seven South Alabama engineering students develop a research instrument that is launched by rocket into space. ...
March 2, 2016 -
What Makes the U.S. Globally Competitive?
Assistant Secretary of Commerce Jay Williams discusses entrepreneurism and a university's role in economic growth. ...
March 2, 2016 -
What to Watch in the SEC Primary
Dr. Sam Fisher, associate professor of political science, lists four ways Super Tuesday might prove especially important. ...
February 29, 2016 -
On His Own Two Feet, 'He Captured Our Hearts'
South students and faculty on medical mission trip to Trinidad help a toddler, with the aid of braces, stand for the first time. ...
February 26, 2016 -
USA Rallies for Higher Education Day
Students, faculty and staff join other universities in Montgomery to highlight importance of higher education. ...
February 25, 2016 -
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith to Speak at South
The sports journalist will discuss 'The Legacy, History and Impact of the African American Athletes' at the Mitchell Cen ...
February 24, 2016 -
David Sorkin to Speak at Annual Mahan Lecture
The Yale University professor focuses on the intersection of Jewish and European history; he will give two talks on Feb. 25. ...
February 22, 2016 -
USA Voices on Black History: Part II
South Alabama students, faculty and staff share their thoughts on how black history is part of America's unfinished story. ...
February 19, 2016 -
Cubans 'Don't Want to Lose What We Have'
As the island prepares for trade and tourism, a top diplomat visiting South said that growth will have to be properly managed. ...
February 18, 2016 -
3 x 2 is 6 Performances of 'Schoolhouse Rock'
'Schoolhouse Rock Live!,' an adaptation of the popular TV show, begins at USA's Laidlaw Performing Arts Center on F ...
February 17, 2016 -
Follow SouthJaw in the Gulf of Mexico
Track the USA-tagged tiger shark's movements — 300 miles and counting — or chat with him on Twitter. ...
February 15, 2016 -
USA Voices on Black History
South Alabama students, faculty and staff share their thoughts on how black history is part of America's unfinished story. ...
February 12, 2016 -
Students Beach Bound for Summer Work
Hospitality and tourism management students will get frontline experience at two resorts as part of a new, innovative program. ...
February 11, 2016 -
Historical Photos: Mobile's Carnival Past
Images collected by USA's Doy Leale McCall Rare Book and Manuscript Library offer a curious glimpse into a bygone era. ...
February 5, 2016 -
From Part-Time Barista to Business Owner
USA graduate Alan Tolson finds success - and some relief - after planning and preparation to run a Mobile fixture. ...
February 2, 2016 -
'I Must Follow My Passion'
Living with a creative purpose, USA senior and entrepreneur Trey Baaheth builds his company one design at a time. ...
February 2, 2016 -
'This Is a Labor of Love'
USA students, faculty and staff volunteer to connect homeless with services. ...
February 1, 2016 -
'Family Matters: LGBTQ Youth Perspectives' on Display
Powerful and captivating images by Birmingham photographer Carolyn Sherer, will include compelling narratives of the LGBTQ youth, ...
January 28, 2016 -
Bishop State Partners on Pathway USA
Program with community colleges in Mobile and Baldwin counties expands opportunities for a four-year degree. ...
January 27, 2016 -
How Long Until the JagTran Arrives?
Check the JagTran Tracker, a software application created by USA students, to pinpoint the location of the next bus. ...
January 26, 2016 -
Stokes Center for Creative Writing Presents Spring Reading Series
Author Kirstin Valdez Quade, a rising star of American literature, will be the first guest for the 2016 Spring Reading Series, beg ...
January 22, 2016 -
For Some, The Truth is Out There
The X-Files is not the only place to search for a conspiracy theory. Why are simple explanations so hard to believe? ...
January 22, 2016 -
Engineering + Medicine = Innovation
Competitive American Heart Association grants highlight collaboration in interdisciplinary training and research. ...
January 22, 2016 -
'Pathway USA' Provides New Route to South
The partnership with Faulkner State Community College offers additional opportunities for earning a four-year degree. ...
January 19, 2016 -
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. King
About 200 USA students and employees joined the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service to volunteer in Mobile County. ...
January 19, 2016 -
Medical Dean Receives Champion of Life Award
Dr. Samuel Strada is a familiar face around campus, as an avid Jags fan and in his role overseeing the College of Medicine. ...
January 14, 2016