2026 News Archive
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Arts in Medicine to Host Discussion on Spiritual Beliefs in Patient Care
Titled "Praying for a Miracle: How to Talk with Patients and Families When Spiritual Beliefs Become Part of the Conversation," the session will feature Chaplain Kim Crawford Meeks, director of spiritual health and counseling for USA Health. ...
November 4, 2026 -
Students Present Challenging Cases at National Anesthesiology Meeting
Medical students from the Whiddon College of Medicine joined faculty and anesthesiology professionals from across the country at the American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting in San Diego. ...
November 4, 2026 -
Trainees Present Research at Regional Microbiology Meeting
Faculty and graduate students from the Whiddon College of Medicine participated in the Southeastern Branch of the American Society for Microbiology annual meeting. ...
November 4, 2026 -
Pierce Appointed Faculty Councilor for AΩA Alabama Beta Chapter
Jennifer Young Pierce, M.D., professor of interdisciplinary clinical oncology, has been appointed faculty councilor for the Alabama Beta Chapter of the Alpha Omega Alpha (AΩA) Honor Medical Society at the Whiddon College of Medicine. ...
November 4, 2026 -
OB/GYN Interest Group Hosts Period Product Drive for Local Shelters
The USA OB/GYN Interest Group is collecting period products through mid-December to support women served by two local shelters, McKemie Place and Penelope House. ...
November 4, 2026 -
From Idea to Impact: Launching Young Readers
For elementary students in Chickasaw City Schools, summer offered an opportunity to build reading skills and confidence. For future teachers at the University of South Alabama, it offered a chance to put their learning into practice. Literacy Launchp ...
November 3, 2026 -
From Idea to Impact: Building the STEM Teacher Pipeline Part 2
Building the STEM Teacher Pipeline Preparing more science teachers starts with helping students see a future at the front of the classroom. At the University of South Alabama, the Noyce STREAM program provides a scholarship pathway for science, tech ...
November 2, 2026 -
From Idea to Impact: Connecting College to Career
Connecting College to Career Dr. Kathy Thompson, director of the University of South Alabama's Center for Innovation in Postsecondary Education, secured more than $1 million in grant funding during the past year. Supported by Lumina Foundation a ...
November 3, 2026 -
The Courage to Click 'Submit'
Micah (Wesley) Grant, a senior at South, recently received the Five Guys Fiction Award for his short story "When I Ate God," published in the inaugural issue of "LongLeaf: New Writing from Alabama." The story was selected by guest ...
November 3, 2026 -
Mitchell College Welcomes Terry Motley, Ph.D.
The Mitchell College of Business has named Dr. Terry Motley as assistant professor in the Department of Marketing, Supply Chain Management and Analytics. Bringing over 20 years of supply chain leadership at UPS, FedEx Ground, and Ingalls Shipbuilding ...
November 2, 2026 -
Mitchell College Welcomes Hyunji Suh, Ph.D.
The Mitchell College of Business has named Dr. Hyunji Suh as assistant professor in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship. Dr. Suh brings extensive expertise in human resources, management, and data analysis, along with award-winning rese ...
November 2, 2026 -
Mitchell College Welcomes Garrison Nuttall, Ph.D.
South Alabama's Mitchell College of Business appoints CPA & CMA Dr. Garrison Nuttall as assistant professor, bringing industry experience to accounting. ...
November 2, 2026 -
From Trombone to Cybersecurity: How One South Graduate Found an Unexpected Career Path
Destin Hinkel's journey from music education to cybersecurity shows how skills like collaboration, communication and persistence can lead to unexpected career opportunities in the cybersecurity field. ...
October 30, 2026 -
Undergraduate Researchers Present Findings at Annual Symposium
Three undergraduate researchers in the Whiddon College of Medicine's Department of Pharmacology presented their work at the university's 28th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. ...
October 29, 2026 -
Microbiology and Immunology Hosts Annual Research Symposium
The symposium gives students experience presenting their research in a conference-style setting while providing a collaborative environment to receive feedback and gain insights from outside perspectives. ...
October 28, 2026 -
Broome Honored by Midtown Optimist Club
Brandi Broome, a third-year medical student at the Whiddon College of Medicine, received the Medallion Award from the Midtown Optimist Club in recognition of her academic achievement, leadership and community service. ...
October 29, 2026 -
Questions With Purpose: Students Share Undergraduate Research
Seven undergraduate researchers working with College of Education and Professional Studies faculty shared projects exploring how people learn, perform and thrive at the University of South Alabama's 28th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium. ...
October 27, 2026 -
High Schoolers Pitch Businesses
High school entrepreneurs from Mobile and Baldwin counties awarded $3,550 in prize money at the Melton Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation's Spark Pitch Competition. ...
October 27, 2026 -
Pathology Researchers Publish Article on Rare Form of Uterine Cancer
Pathology researchers have published a scientific article in the International Journal of Gynecological Pathology on uterine carcinosarcoma, a rare but highly aggressive form of uterine cancer. ...
October 21, 2026 -
Prakash Elected to Leadership Role in International Scientific Society
Aishwarya Prakash, Ph.D., professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, has been elected vice president-elect of the Environmental Mutagenesis and Genomics Society. ...
October 27, 2026 -
Davies Honored at Research & Technology Showcase
Christopher Davies, Ph.D., associate dean of research at the Whiddon College of Medicine, was among the honorees at the fifth annual showcase. ...
October 27, 2026 -
USA College of Nursing Awarded $2.15 Million HRSA Grant for EMPOWERED Program
The University of South Alabama College of Nursing has received a four-year, $2.15 million HRSA grant for its EMPOWERED Program. Led by Dr. Jo Ann Otts, the project aims to expand educational opportunities, mentorship, and retention for nursing stude ...
October 26, 2026 -
University Alumna Leads AI Workshop for Allied Health Faculty
Faculty from the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions recently participated in an artificial intelligence workshop led by University of South Alabama alumna Dr. Ashley Dockens. The session, "AI in Allied Health: Responsible Pract ...
October 23, 2026 -
Annual Showcase Highlights South Faculty's Research Diversity
USA's Office of Research and Economic Development honors four faculty members for their contributions. ...
October 23, 2026 -
Breast cancer survivor champions research, advocacy and compassionate care
When Alani Rodgers, Ed.D., felt a lump in her breast in November 2022, she knew she needed to get it checked, even though a routine mammogram just months earlier had raised no concerns. ...
October 22, 2026