USA Celebrates the 2026 Jaguar Senior Medallion Society Honorees
Posted on April 29, 2026 by Joy Washington
Thirty graduating seniors at the University of South Alabama were recently celebrated during an induction ceremony as new members of the 2026 class of the Jaguar Senior Medallion Society. The recognition event was held in the Student Center Ballroom.
This annual event brings students, faculty, staff, alumni and families together to honor the award recipients. The graduating seniors were nominated and voted on by a University committee.
The students were celebrated for outstanding academic and leadership achievements, community service, engagement and for displaying Jaguar pride.
“As outstanding student leaders, you have achieved accomplishments that are second to none,” said Dr. Andi Kent, USA executive vice president and provost. “As you go forward, I hope you continue to leave your pawprint and know that South Alabama will always be your home away from home. This is only the beginning for you, and we will always roll out the red, white and blue carpet for each of you. Go Jags.”
One senior was recognised for working to change perceptions of disability and accessibility; two more were honored for their excellence in belonging/success; one honoree persevered to overcome obstacles and achieve academic success; and one received the undergraduate research award.
2026 USA Jaguar Senior Medallion Society Honorees:
Bria Alford, of Ocean Spring, Mississippi, is an environmental and sustainability sciences major in the Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences.
Olivia Andrews, of Mobile, is a biology major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Genevieve Batman, of Cumberland, Maryland, is an exercise science and interdisciplinary studies major in the College of Education and Professional Studies.
Summer Biggs, of Gulfport, Mississippi, is a biology major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Chelsea Cooper, of Mobile, is a nursing major in the College of Nursing.
Conner Daw, of Saraland, Alabama, is an advertising and public relations major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Jackson Fitch, of Thorsby, Alabama, is a biomedical sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Priscilla Foster, of Biloxi, Mississippi, is a biomedical sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Manisha Gangasani, of Huntsville, Alabama, is a chemistry major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Paige Gibson, of Saucier, Mississippi, is a biomedical sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Tamia Johnson, of Wiggins, Mississippi, is a professional health sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Angelina Ladner, of Pass Christian, Mississippi, is a marketing major in the Mitchell College of Business.
Baylie Grace Long, of Montgomery, Alabama, is a radiologic sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Kayla McIntosh, of Montgomery, Alabama, a professional health sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Dev Mehta, of Mobile, is a biomedical sciences and philosophy major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions and the College of Arts and Sciences.
Jazmine Morgan, of Birmingham, Alabama, a social work major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Jazeil Moye, of Mobile, a professional health sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Chrysta Narcisse, of Lafayette, Louisiana, a biomedical science major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Suhas Patil, of Mobile, is a biomedical sciences and philosophy major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions and the College of Arts and Sciences.
Brock Renicks, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is a psychology major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Sadie Sease, of Montgomery, Alabama, is a nursing major in the College of Nursing.
Jack Spedale, of Dothan, Alabama, is a biomedical sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Ari Theodore, of Spanish Fort, is a drama and English major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Mileah Ward, of Troy, Alabama, is a nursing major in the College of Nursing.
Jarius Watters, of Theodore, Alabama, is a professional health sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Disability and Accessibility Champion Award:
Zoe Bloecher, of Madisonville, Louisiana, is a biomedical sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Excellence in Belonging and Success Award:
KC Crusoe, of Wetumpka, Alabama, is a political science and philosophy major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Kathryn Mayeaux, of Slidell, Louisiana, is a biomedical sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions.
Overcomer Award:
Rani Badve, of Mobile, is a biology major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Undergraduate Research Award:
Paul Nguyen, of Portland, Oregon, is a chemical engineering major in the College of Engineering.