Full News Archive
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University Holiday Schedule
Most departments will be closed until January 4; a limited number observe different schedules during the break. ...
December 18, 2015 -
USA Announces Dean for the College of Education
Dr. Andrea M. Kent has served as interim dean since August and has been a member of the faculty of the college for the past 11 yea ...
December 17, 2015 -
Jag Swag for Last-Minute Gift Ideas
The holiday season is upon us! If you are still looking for the perfect gift, the University of South Alabama has you covered. ...
December 16, 2015 -
'Star Wars' Offered Boost During Hollywood Slump
Associate Professor Dr. Richard Ward discusses George Lucas and the impact of 'Star Wars' as 'The Force Awakens ...
December 12, 2015 -
Rep. John Lewis: 'We Are Depending on You.'
The Civil Rights icon and Georgia congressman urged graduates to 'use your education as a great tool to change injustice. ...
December 12, 2015 -
College in Fewer than Four Years
Katherine Sweet started down one academic path. Then she discovered philosophy and ended up in Thailand. ...
December 11, 2015 -
Honors Student Ready for Med School
Raaj Ghosal graduates with a passion for academics, research and service. His key to success? Maintaining balance. ...
December 10, 2015 -
USA Student Earns Degree 37 Years Later
John Waldron walked across the Mitchell Center stage Saturday, ending a journey that was interrupted in 1978. ...
December 10, 2015 -
'There's No Better Music Than 9000 RPM'
USA graduate Grant Enfinger, winner of the 2015 Automobile Racing Club of America Racing Series, describes life at 200 mph. ...
December 10, 2015 -
Rep. John Lewis to Speak at Fall Commencement
The Alabama native, Civil Rights icon and Georgia congressman will address USA graduates on Saturday at the Mitchell Center. ...
December 8, 2015 -
USA Engineering Honor Society Named Nation's Best
The University of South Alabama chapter of Tau Beta Pi, the national engineering honor society, has been recognized by the organiz ...
December 7, 2015 -
Jaguars Excel with 2015 United Way Campaign
A total of 2,477 employees and retirees of the University contributed $261,201 to the 2015 USA Employee Campaign for the nonprofit ...
December 4, 2015 -
A Nursing Trip Outside the 'Comfort Zone'
Students went to the Dominican Republic to provide basic health care services and deliver donations to a special-needs orphanage. ...
December 4, 2015 -
USA Hosts Shut Out Human Trafficking Week
Five days of events began Tuesday as the University teams up with UNICEF and the National Consortium for Academics and Sports. ...
November 27, 2015 -
How to Step Up to the (Dinner) Plate
When the ink on your diploma is still wet, it's especially important to know which fork to use. Here are eight etiquette tips ...
November 25, 2015 -
Chambers Appointed Assistant VP
The University of South Alabama has hired veteran health care entrepreneur Dr. Michael Chambers as its first assistant vice presid ...
November 25, 2015 -
Crisis Scenario: A Calm Amid the Storm
USA health care students respond under pressure to a mock explosion and disaster drill at the USS Alabama. ...
November 20, 2015 -
USA Bowls to Benefit Local Homeless
The visual arts department has been creating glazed bowls for Art Soup since 2002. This year potters worked in teams. ...
November 19, 2015 -
Feel Like You're Going Around in Circles?
Roundabouts may be coming to an intersection near you. Dr. Samantha Islam can get you up to speed on what to expect. ...
November 18, 2015 -
Join USA for a 'Season of Celebration'
The annual holiday concert, presented by the Department of Music, will take place Dec. 3. It is free and open to the public. ...
November 17, 2015 -
Consultants Selected for Possible Stadium
Three firms will assist with examining the financial, logistical and infrastructural needs associated with a football stadium. ...
November 12, 2015 -
Theatre USA Celebrates 50th Anniversary
'An Enemy of the People' begins Friday and runs through this weekend and next at the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center. ...
November 11, 2015 -
Picou Named Distinguished Professor
Dr. Steve Picou, founder and director of the University of South Alabama Coastal Resource and Resiliency Center, is recognized for ...
November 11, 2015 -
Homecoming 2015 in Pictures
Weekend events included a parade and pep rally, followed by the big game and the presentation of the homecoming court. ...
November 9, 2015 -
Three-Peat! Soccer Wins Sun Belt Title
For the third consecutive year, the Jags won the Sun Belt Conference Tournament title and will advance to the NCAA Tournament. ...
November 9, 2015 -
Clean Water in Haiti Just the Start
Alums Stephanie and Ryan Robinson arrived on the island five years ago. They found new purpose, and friendship, along the way. ...
November 5, 2015 -
Der Skandal: 7 Next Steps for VW
As Volkswagen looks to protect its brand, Professor Alvin Williams suggests ways the German automaker can regain trust. ...
November 4, 2015 -
USA Wins Women's Cross Country Title
The team earned its first Sun Belt Conference championship since 1993; David Barnett was named the Coach of the Year. ...
November 3, 2015 -
Scholarship Signing Held for DYW Students
The 2015 national winner of the Distinguished Young Women program enrolled at South, as did a record number of statewide winners. ...
November 2, 2015 -
Still in High School, Already in a USA Lab
Alabama School of Mathematics and Science students collaborate with USA researchers in finding a treatment for pancreatic cancer. ...
November 2, 2015 -
USA Announces New Office of Scholarship Services
The University has launched the Office of Scholarship Services to help coordinate and track available scholarships and make the in ...
October 30, 2015 -
South Homecoming Events Announced
A 'Fired Up' bonfire on Monday kicked off a week of events 'Building Our Legacy.' The Jaguars take on the Vand ...
October 29, 2015 -
What's Wrong With Low Gas Prices?
Nothing when refueling at the pump, but there are other factors to consider as prices remain below $2 a gallon. ...
October 29, 2015 -
USA Technology & Research Park Grows With Southern Light
Southern Light recently completed a $5 million, Tier 3 data center at USA that can hold more than 150 data racks consuming 800 kil ...
October 28, 2015 -
Austal President: 'Fit the Company's Culture'
Craig Perciavalle encourages USA students to intern and learn about the companies where they want to work. ...
October 27, 2015 -
A View from Cuba: USA Student Studies Abroad
"They didn't want to talk about politics much. They were way more interested in American baseball," said senior Eth ...
October 26, 2015 -
Two-Time Pulitzer Prize Winner to Speak at USA
The University's Ninth Annual N. Jack Stallworth Lecture will present Dr. Alan Taylor, two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and the ...
October 23, 2015 -
JagTran Changing Routes; Student Parking Added
JagTran will make significant changes to their Blue and Green routes. Also, more than 100 underutilized employee parking spaces ha ...
October 23, 2015 -
USA Faculty Help Name New Tortoise Species
The Eastern Santa Cruz Tortoise on the Galapagos Islands is a distinct species that will require closer attention. ...
October 22, 2015 -
A Cashew is a Fruit, and other Plant Trivia
'It Ain't Easy Seeing Green,' second in a three-part USA series, is held at a downtown pub. Final installment set f ...
October 21, 2015 -
9 Ways Students Can Relieve Stress
USA's director of counseling has tips for relieving anxiety and balancing life, including finding time to exercise and laugh. ...
October 19, 2015 -
Educators Immersed in Team-Based Learning
Six faculty members from the Universidad de Francisco Marroquin in Guatemala shared experiences with USA faculty. ...
October 16, 2015 -
Student-Run Clinic Provides Care to Homeless
The University of South Alabama hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the student-run free clinic at 15 Place, a homeless shelter i ...
October 15, 2015 -
Can You Run Faster Than USA's President?
Spoiler alert: No. But students and staff can predict their own times - and see how close they can get - at the Rec Center. ...
October 15, 2015 -
$150 Million Goal Set for USA Campaign
Upward & Onward will support the University's five strategic priorities. More than $73 million already has been raised. ...
October 13, 2015 -
Student Affairs Rep Beats Cancer, Marathon
Associate Director James Contratto finishes 'ROCKstrong!' in Chicago while raising $2,300 for the American Cancer Societ ...
October 12, 2015 -
Public Invited to International Archaeology Day Events
Learn to play chunky, make a necklace and guess the use of artifacts at the USA Archaeology Museum on Oct. 17. ...
October 12, 2015 -
For USA Author, a Career Defined by Civil Rights
Writer-in-Residence Frye Gaillard's new book and first novel, 'Go South to Freedom,' will be published next year. ...
October 9, 2015 -
'High Impact' Experience for USA Undergrads
From studying blimps to analyzing negative childhood attachments, students discover opportunities through research. ...
October 9, 2015 -
USA Collects 1,456 Books for Rural Library
Books donated by students from across the state will benefit a bookstore under construction in Greensboro, Ala. ...
October 8, 2015