Full News Archive
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Getting a Jump Start on Medical School
Shubha Vinod enrolled in USA's Early Acceptance Program. For students pursuing a career in medicine, 'it's a huge a ...
December 19, 2017 -
University Holiday Schedule
Most departments will be closed until Jan. 2, 2018; a limited number observe different schedules during the break. ...
December 19, 2017 -
She Didn't Ask For a Sign, But ...
Chelsia Douglas transferred to South after a billboard caught her eye. 'Coming here is your one-stop shop for success.' ...
December 19, 2017 -
Ahn Picks Up Mitchell Cancer Award
Dr. Erin Eun-Young Ahn has been named the recipient of the 2017 Mayer Mitchell Award for Excellence in Cancer Research. ...
December 13, 2017 -
Graduates, Get Ready for 'Twists and Turns'
Concussion expert Dr. Kevin Guskiewicz says 'we didn't back down' on head-trauma research. Stay focused, he tells g ...
December 10, 2017 -
USA Mortar Board Chapter Given Gold Torch Award
The national honor society presented its annual award to South, one of only 37 chapters earning the distinction. ...
December 12, 2017 -
Steve Campbell Named Head Football Coach
He joins the Jags after a four-year stint at Central Arkansas, where this fall he guided the Bears to a 10-2 record. ...
December 7, 2017 -
At 84, He'll Graduate — And Re-Enroll
Murdoch Campbell didn't intend to earn a degree when he enrolled a decade ago. but 'being here has become addictive to m ...
December 6, 2017 -
Concussion Expert to Address Graduates
Neuroscientist Dr. Kevin Guskiewicz will give the Commencement speech at Saturday's 2 p.m. ceremony at the Mitchell Center. ...
December 5, 2017 -
How Did a Tortoise Get This Shell?
Dr. Ylenia Chiari investigated why the famed Galapagos tortoise has two different shells. Her findings made the New York Times. ...
December 4, 2017 -
Developing Leaders Through 'iLead'
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs launched an eight-week program to build and strengthen student leaders. ...
December 1, 2017 -
Gulf Coast Soil Gets New Crop: Hops
South climatologist Dr. Steven Schultze combines his expertise and a knack for gardening to support a growing microbrew scene. ...
December 1, 2017 -
'USA is Critical to Our State's Success'
Gov. Kay Ivey, the ex-officio chair of South's Board of Trustees, takes the gavel at its quarterly meeting and tours campus. ...
November 30, 2017 -
Searching for the Smallest Known Thing
Dr. Martin Frank and his physics students are connecting with researchers across the U.S. in pursuit of neutrino knowledge. ...
November 22, 2017 -
Phi Kappa Phi Names Scholar, Artist of 2017
Dr. Romulus Godang, professor of physics, and Benjamin Shamback, professor of visual arts, received the honors. ...
November 21, 2017 -
Honors Student Wins Top Poster Award
Monica Sai Pasala, a junior biomedical sciences major, conducted research focused on the structure of proteins. ...
November 21, 2017 -
South Raises $245K for United Way Agencies
More than 2,300 employees and retirees donated, making USA the leader for most dollars raised by individual giving. ...
January 1, 2016 -
South Recognized for Rising Retention Rates
USA received the national 'Return on Education Award' for improving persistence by as much as 20 percent. ...
November 20, 2017 -
South Holds International Education Week
USA hosted events throughout the week celebrating international education and cultural exchange. ...
November 17, 2017 -
New Music Inspired by Moulton Tower
Senior Tyler Brandon leads the performance of two pieces he composed for his senior thesis celebrating the iconic bell tower. ...
November 17, 2017 -
A New Report Card on Mobile's Economy
South's Center for Real Estate and Economic Development is releasing its free 'Mobile Bay Economic Snapshot.' ...
November 16, 2017 -
Join South for its Annual Holiday Concert
USA musicians will bring 'Joy to the World' with familiar classics during a free Dec. 1 performance at the Mitchell Cent ...
November 15, 2017 -
An Oasis in a Student's Food Desert
Jags are donating to a newly opened food pantry as short-term relief to a common problem — hungry students low on cash. ...
November 15, 2017 -
USA Med Students Score in Top Quartile
South's College of Medicine gets high marks in both student satisfaction and academic performance, according to recent data. ...
November 13, 2017 -
Triple Major Selected as Rhodes Scholar Finalist
Honors student Christian Pearsall is chosen to interview for one of only 32 spots to study at the University of Oxford. ...
November 9, 2017 -
"Our Town" Heads to USA
The critically acclaimed classic American drama will open Nov. 10 at Theatre USA. Tickets are available. ...
November 7, 2016 -
Five Goals, Five Straight Sun Belt Titles
The Jags put up a convincing win against Coastal Carolina to take a record number of conference tournament championships. ...
November 6, 2017 -
Making a Dent in One Species' Recovery
With the smalltooth sawfish's numbers shrinking, South graduate Dr. Andrea Kroetz gets to witness several pups enter life. ...
November 3, 2017 -
Engineering, From a German Perspective
South formalizes an exchange program that sends students to German universities while attracting their students to USA. ...
November 1, 2017 -
Fell Picks Up Lucy Blair Award
Dr. Dennis Fell, chair of physical therapy, was recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association at its conference. ...
October 31, 2017 -
Jags Take Soccer Sun Belt Crown
With a 1-0 victory over Little Rock, the team wins its fourth straight regular season title. Up next: Appalachian State. ...
October 28, 2017 -
In the Footsteps of Florence Nightingale
South nursing graduate and doctoral student Capt. Rupert Laco is recognized for patient care and his service in the Air Force. ...
October 26, 2017 -
South to Host Author Adam Prince Reading
The event sponsored by the Stokes Center for Creative Writing and the department of English will take place Oct. 30. ...
October 26, 2017 -
USA to Host Science Olympiad
The 2018 Alabama Science Olympiad for middle and high school students will take place March. 3. ...
October 26, 2017 -
Engineering Honor Society Tops in Nation
Tau Beta Pi was recognized for the second time in three years with the R.C. Matthews Outstanding Chapter Award. ...
October 25, 2017 -
Working Among the Wild Things
Austin Everett, a South biology graduate, is excited each day he goes to work as a zookeeper at 'The Little Zoo That Could. ...
October 23, 2017 -
Tiny Algae Causing Big Problems
USA marine scientist will lead an international investigation into coral toxins that threaten seafood consumption safety. ...
October 20, 2017 -
Stokes Center to Host Reading Event
Nathan Poole, assistant professor of creative writing, will read from his two books of fiction. ...
October 18, 2017 -
The Good Way to Deliver Bad News
South researcher Dr. Nicole Amare surveyed her students to determine how much of a buffer is needed before tough conversations. ...
October 12, 2017 -
South Student is Part of "Generation Teach"
Logan Arnold, a physical education major at South, was selected to teach kids in Massachusetts for several months this summer. ...
October 12, 2017 -
USA Celebrates Homecoming 2017
New events and special honors for the 50th anniversary Golden Jaguars will highlight this year’s Homecoming festivities. ...
October 10, 2017 -
Nazi Germany, Jim Crow Discrimination Topic of Talk
'Racial Discrimination & Institutionalized Violence in Nazi Germany and the Jim Crow South' Forum to be held 6-7:30 ...
October 10, 2017 -
Patience, Creativity and a 'Great Eye'
Tinashe Nyatanga, '12, bought a one-way ticket to L.A. after graduation and has launched a promising film career. ...
October 6, 2017 -
First Assignment: Build a Laser
Lindsay Hutcherson's project led to a summer research experience, and the physics major recently presented her findings. ...
October 2, 2017 -
Delivering Aid, From Inside a Classroom
South faculty and students help in Puerto Rico's recovery by providing a link between satellite maps and computer software. ...
September 29, 2017 -
Governor Appoints Three New Trustees
Lenus Perkins, Margie Tuckson and Ron Graham join the USA Board of Trustees, while Drs. Steven Furr and Steven Stokes return. ...
September 29, 2017 -
Cold Landforms Amid Hot Volcanoes
Dr. Carol Sawyer's research took her to Iceland to study the relationship between cold weather and the country's terrain ...
September 27, 2017 -
USA Leaders Speak at Women's Conference
Dr. Julee Waldrop, Dr. Krista Harrell and Chandra Brown are among the speakers at the Junior League of Mobile's symposium. ...
September 22, 2017 -
South Adds Global Engagement Certificate
The new program aims to prepare students in any field of study to effectively navigate the global workplace. ...
September 21, 2017 -
South Launches Speakers Directory
Need an expert to speak to a non-profit or civic group? USA opens a speakers bureau with a searchable online directory. ...
September 18, 2017