2026 News Archive
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Finding the Connections
Board of Trustees Scholar Ethan Sugg follows the rhythm of science and sound. ...
September 15, 2026 -
USA Kicks Off Mobile Heart Walk Fundraising Campaign
The annual Heart Walk will take place on Saturday, Nov. 7, starting at 8 a.m. outside the USA Mitchell Center. ...
September 15, 2026 -
Three Covey College Faculty Members Selected as LevelUP Fellows
Three faculty members from the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions have been selected for South Alabama's 2026-2027 LevelUP Fellows cohort, representing Radiologic Sciences, Speech Pathology and Audiology, and Biomedical Science ...
September 14, 2026 -
Finding Herself - A Thousand Miles From Home
Lindsey Budd graduated from South with a degree in criminal justice. She was fortunate to publish as an undergraduate, conducting research with Associate Professor of Political Science and Criminal Justice Corina Schulze. She found her passion in sup ...
September 11, 2026 -
Marillyn Hewson to Discuss Leadership and Aerospace at USA
Former Lockheed Martin CEO Marillyn Hewson will speak at the University of South Alabama's MacQueen Alumni Center on Thursday, Sept. 17. ...
September 10, 2026 -
Second-year Ph.D. students join research labs
Students in the Basic Medical Sciences Graduate Program have joined the labs in which they will conduct research for their dissertation through graduation. Meet five of our second-year Ph.D. students. ...
September 10, 2026 -
Enrollment Tops 14,000 as South Welcomes High-Achieving Freshman Class
The University of South Alabama welcomed its most academically talented freshman class and fourth-largest ever, pushing total enrollment to 14,157 in fall 2026. ...
September 9, 2026 -
Whiddon College of Medicine alumni recognized by Aequitas Health
Two graduates from the Whiddon College of Medicine's Class of 2026 —Qays Aljabi and Brandon Schonour — were recognized by Aequitas Health for student-led initiatives that advance health equity and improve access to care. ...
September 8, 2026 -
Faculty Learning Community to explore medical humanities
Peyton McElroy, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Division of Medical Education, is launching a new Faculty Learning Community this fall focused on the role of the humanities in medicine, health, illness and healing. ...
September 8, 2026 -
For the Shumocks, Giving Back Starts With Showing Up
Jaguar baseball reconnected Jimmy Shumock to his alma mater, starting decades of leadership that paved the way for a $1 million legacy gift with his wife, Debbie. ...
September 4, 2026 -
What Happens When Powerful Collaboration Hits the Shores?
This past June, fifth and sixth-grade students at Gulf Shores Elementary School left the classroom for the shores. Alongside marine science majors earning a minor in the UTeach program, the students participated in the Beach Brain camp, learning math ...
September 4, 2026 -
The Science of Comfort and Play
At USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital, recreational therapy looks a little different for recent graduate Emma Bryson, thanks to a full-time canine colleague named Rainier. #MyFirstJob ...
September 3, 2026 -
Borchert Lab gives high school students hands-on research experience
Six high school students spent part of their summer immersed in biomedical research at the Whiddon College of Medicine, gaining firsthand experience in the laboratory and exploring what a career in science might look like. ...
September 3, 2026 -
BMS graduate students join lab 'matches'
This year, 11 Ph.D. students in the Basic Medical Sciences Graduate Program have joined the labs in which they will conduct research for their dissertation through graduation. ...
September 3, 2026 -
Student group to present on LGBTQ+ community health needs
MedPride & Allies, in collaboration with the Southwest Alabama Inclusion Project, will present "Appendix Q: LGBTQ+ Community Health Needs in Southwest Alabama." ...
September 3, 2026 -
Senior medical students named to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Fifteen medical students from the Whiddon College of Medicine Class of 2027 have been elected to the University of South Alabama chapter. ...
September 3, 2026 -
Students at South and ASMS Showcase Live Advanced Drones
Researchers and students from the University of South Alabama and the Alabama School of Mathematics and Science hosted a live demonstration featuring autonomous aerial drones. ...
September 2, 2026 -
Mitchell College Names Dr. Chris Lawrey Interim Chair
Dr. Chris M. Lawrey has been appointed interim chair of the Department of Economics, Finance and Real Estate at Mitchell College, succeeding Dr. Kenneth Hunsader. ...
September 1, 2026 -
Healthcare Summer Camp Helps Student Find Path to Radiologic Sciences
Lauren Morse attended the University of South Alabama's Healthcare Summer Camp in 2023. Now enrolled at South and applying to the Radiologic Sciences program, Morse says the camp helped introduce her to healthcare career paths, showed her the su ...
August 27, 2026 -
BMS students recognized for outstanding academic performance
Four students in the Basic Medical Sciences Graduate Program have been named recipients of the 2025-26 Edwin R. Hughes Memorial Award. ...
August 27, 2026 -
South Alabama to Celebrate Educators During Extra Yard for Teachers Week
The University of South Alabama College of Education and Professional Studies, in partnership with South Alabama Athletics and the Sun Belt Conference, will celebrate educators who inspire students and strengthen communities during Extra Yard for Tea ...
August 26, 2026 -
An Opportunity to Collaborate in France
French and music major Marisol Hoffman visited France this summer to conduct research for her honors thesis, which examines a story about students of the same former colonial school involved in the French Resistance against the Nazis during World War ...
August 26, 2026 -
Engineering Faculty Recognized by USA National Alumni Association
Congrats to Dr. Shenghua Wu (Civil) and Dr. Bhushan Lohar (Systems) for being recognized at the USA National Alumni Association Meeting! Dr. Wu was presented with the Outstanding Scholar Award and Dr. Lohar the Faculty Innovation Award. Each year a ...
August 26, 2026 -
DayZero Wins Cyber Fire Puzzle Competition
The USA School of Computing DayZero Cyber team competed in the Cyber Fire Puzzle Competition in August 2026 and placed first! The first-place finish gives the DayZero team strong momentum as members prepare for their next competition and continue dev ...
August 26, 2026 -
Global USA Hosts Reception for Japanese Pottery Collection Exhibition
The University community and public are invited to celebrate a unique collection of historic Satsuma pottery at Meisler Hall. ...
August 26, 2026