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  • Jaren Fields

    Paper Trail
    September 6, 2024

    A mechanical engineering graduate starts his career at an International Paper mill in Bogalusa, Louisiana. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Gabriel Kucala standing in downtown Mobile.

    A View to the Future
    August 29, 2024

    Finance major Gabriel Kucala turns a summer internship into an extended stay, then a full-time job with Airbus on the 26th floor of the RSA Tower in downtown Mobile. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Mary-Stuart Lewis, who graduated with a degree in information systems from the University of South Alabama, works in software development for CGI.

    Code Mode
    August 20, 2024

    After learning software development at South, this information systems graduate landed a job with an international consulting firm. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Coleman Davis

    Launching a Career
    August 13, 2024

    After restarting the student rocket program at South, an engineering graduate lands a job with a missile defense firm in Huntsville. #MyFirstJob ...
  • As a finance major in the Mitchell College of Business at the University of South Alabama, Mackenzie Endres started out as a part-time assistant to a commercial lender River Bank & Trust. She began a full-time role their after graduating.

    First Impression
    August 5, 2024

    Mackenzie Endres had no idea that a casual phone conversation would lead to part-time work and, eventually, her first full-time job in banking. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Caroline Locke, who earned bachelor's and master's degrees at the University of South Alabama, works with children in rehabilitation services at the Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola.

    Tuned In
    July 17, 2024

    Speech pathology graduate Caroline Locke turns her South degrees and pediatric training into a position in rehabilitation services working with children. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Luke Thomas, a University of South Alabama graduate, at his job at USA Health University Hospital

    Picking Up the Pace
    July 8, 2024

    A full-time day shift in the emergency department at USA Health University Hospital keeps nursing graduate Luke Thomas's adrenalin going. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Hannah Maddux, who earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of South Alabama, was drafted to the Vegas Thrill in the inaugural season of the new Pro Volleyball Federation. She plans eventually to go into sports broadcasting.

    Kills and Thrills
    June 28, 2024

    Hannah Maddux, who earned bachelor's and master's degrees at South, made her debut as a professional indoor volleyball player with the Vegas Thrill. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Lawrence Stoudemire spent about 72 hours over the past month to complete his mortar board, inspired by a co-op he did with Southern Company.

    A Feat of Engineering ... and Design
    May 6, 2024

    Lawrence Stoudemire went vertical with his elaborately decorated mortar board ...
  • University of South Alabama Spring 2024 Commencement

    'Nobody Knows How to Rally Like a Jaguar'
    May 4, 2024

    Commencement was a first for students whose high school graduations were upended amid the COVID pandemic. ...
  • The University of South Alabama National Alumni Association honored alumni and supporters at the 19th annual Distinguished Alumni & Service Awards. Those recognized were, from left, Travis Bedsole Jr., Dr. Jack DiPalma, Susan Bedsole, Alexis Atkins, Maxey Roberts representing the USA Foundation, Chandra Brown Stewart, John McMillan representing the USA Foundation, Dan Ollis and Peter Lindquist.

    Supporters Honored at 19th Annual Distinguished Alumni & Service Awards
    March 18, 2024

    The ceremony took place at the MacQueen Alumni Center on campus as the USA National Alumni Association celebrates its 50th year. ...
  • Riley Brenes stands in front of a mural that will be at this weekend’s Festival of Flowers in Cathedral Square. The mural was previously on display in the courtyard at Strickland Youth Center. It features a portrait of Sam Lackland, Mobile scenes and bright pink azaleas.

    The Big Picture
    March 5, 2024

    Murals painted by teenagers at Strickland Youth Center, and created through a program led by a South graduate, are featured at the Festival of Flowers. The event supports USA Health Providence Hospital. ...
  • Tom Meyer earned a biology degree at the University of South Alabama, then a master’s degree in nursing, and returned to his alma mater as an assistant professor.

    From A to Glee
    February 19, 2024

    How an early black and gold varsity letter from South survived hurricane flooding for a runner who became a professor. ...
  • The University of South Alabama marked its 60th Anniversary in 2023 with events including a homecoming week bonfire.

    Banner Year
    December 29, 2023

    Anniversary celebrations. The acquisition of a venerable hospital. Accelerated enrollment. Red-letter moments highlight 2023 at South. ...
  • University of South Alabama degree candidates at fall Commencement

    Service with a 'SMILE'
    December 15, 2023

    Trustee Jimmy Shumock in a Commencement address urged South graduates to build relationships, own mistakes and support their communities. ...
  • Chaz McGhee, a member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, earned an education degree this spring and began teaching at Daphne East Elementary School.

    First Class
    October 10, 2023

    A South education graduate shares his Creek Indian heritage with social studies students at Daphne East Elementary School. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Matt Simm chose to work remotely in Chattanooga, Tennessee, because of the relatively low cost of living and the natural beauty of the mountains and the Tennessee River, shown here from the Walnut Street Pedestrian Bridge.

    Supply and Demand
    September 13, 2023

    A South business graduate grabbed the opportunity to turn an internship into a supply-chain position with a direct-to-customer meat business. #MyFirstJob ...
  • After FBI training and orientation in Washington, D.C., and Quantico, Virginia, Shelby Caldwell has begun working on computer security in Huntsville, Alabama.

    FBI Dream Comes True
    August 18, 2023

    After earning a master's degree in computer science at South, Shelby Caldwell begins a network security job with the FBI in Huntsville, Alabama. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Livie Puranen, a recreational therapy graduate from the University of South Alabama, uses fun and games to help people with disabilities.

    Fun and Gains
    August 11, 2023

    As a student, Livie Puranen wrote and directed a short film starring adults with developmental disabilities. She now uses her degree in recreational therapy to build a program in Florida. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Diego Salas Polar in his office with his guitar.

    Striking a Chord
    August 8, 2023

    Diego Salas Polar, a computer science graduate who plays grunge guitar, lands a gig in web development at USA Health. #MyFirstJob ...
  • After graduating from the University of South Alabama, Melissa Knight began a year-long residency in neurological physical therapy at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi.

    Advanced Therapy
    July 28, 2023

    After earning a Doctorate in Physical Therapy at South, Melissa Knight moved to Mississippi for a residency in neurological care. #MyFirstJob ...
  • After earning a biology degree from the University of South Alabama, Kevin Culpepper began work as a science educator at the Exploreum Science Center in downtown Mobile.

    Field Trips and Science Tips
    July 13, 2023

    Kevin Culpepper, a biology graduate from South, makes learning fun for students and school groups at the Exploreum Science Center. #MyFirstJob ...
  • Jessica Fairley, a University of South Alabama communication graduate, manages the Africatown Heritage House museum, which welcomed its first guests this week.

    Museum Opener
    July 13, 2023

    Jessica Fairley, a South communication graduate, manages the Africatown Heritage House. The Mobile museum is welcoming its first guests with “Clotilda: The Exhibition.” ...
  • After completing a senior internship – his third while enrolled at the University of South Alabama – Ramiz Yusuf began working full-time at Gulf States Engineering in Mobile.

    Engineering a Career
    July 7, 2023

    Ramiz Yusuf, a student leader at South, starts doing design projects and making field trips for Gulf States Engineering in Mobile. #MyFirstJob ...
  • After completing an internship at the Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, Virginia Arata began working full-time as a beverage supervisor at the Jubilee Poolside Grill overlooking Mobile Bay.

    Grand Start
    June 29, 2023

    A Mobile native and hospitality graduate begins her career on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay at the 'Queen of Southern Resorts' #MyFirstJob ...