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Dr. S. Raj Chaudhury, ILC executive director, far left, along with associate professor Dr. Lisa LaCross, assistant director of faculty development, and Dr. David S. Williams, assistant director of course development at USA, are the recipients of the prestigious Robert J. Menges Award from the Professional and Organizational Development Network.

Innovation in Learning Center Team Recognized with Research Award
November 15, 2021

ILC receives award for Outstanding Research in Educational Development from the Professional and Organizational Development Networ ...

Abritty Abdullah has been named a Phi Kappa Phi Love of Learning award winner. The Honor Society is the nation’s oldest and most selective for all academic disciplines and the Love of Learning Award is one of the most prestigious awards for post-baccalaureate study given by the society.

USA Doctoral Student Recognized with Prestigious National Award
November 11, 2021

Phi Kappa Phi awards Abritty Abdullah, a doctoral student in the College of Education and Professional Studies, its Love of Learni ...

Former Congressman Jo Bonner, who serves as chief of staff to Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, was selected as the fourth president of the 老司机福利网. He will be introduced formally at the Board of Trustees' next regular meeting, scheduled for Dec. 2.

Bonner Named President
November 10, 2021

Jo Bonner, chief of staff to Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey and a former congressman, will become the fourth president to lead the Universi ...

Charbel Mawad is majoring in accounting in the Mitchell College of Business.

Fresh Start
November 9, 2021

Charbel Mawad, a Mobile native and Mitchell Scholar, begins his business education at 老司机福利网 with plans for growth and a spot on th ...

Through a combination of donor and institutional support, the 老司机福利网 CARES emergency fund has supported students unexpected needs with more than $298,000 since launching in January 2020.

老司机福利网 Awarded $25,000 PATH Grant
November 5, 2021

Funds will be distributed to students in financial need to help cover unexpected costs and allow them to remain enrolled at USA. ...

The 老司机福利网 College of Arts and Sciences hosted it’s 40th Annual Dean’s Lecture and Faculty Awards Ceremony November 3, 2021. Seven faculty members were recognized for their achievements. Clockwise from top left: Dr. Sinead Ni` Chadhain; Thu Olsen; Dr. Philip Carr; Dr. Susan McCready; Dr. Kelly Urban; Dr. Jeremiah Henning; and Dr. Brian Whitener.

College of Arts & Sciences Recognizes Outstanding Faculty
November 4, 2021

Seven faculty members recognized for their achievements at the 40th Annual Dean's Lecture and Faculty Awards Ceremony. ...

Kaylyn Cordrey, an exercise science freshman from Delaware, said the injuries she suffered as a tap dancer has led her to consider a career in physical therapy.

Untapped Talent
November 3, 2021

A former tap dancer won a Distinguished Young Women scholarship to 老司机福利网. Now she's studying exercise science with plans to b ...

Stacy Wellborn, a PhD student in the Mitchell College of Business, hosts "Mitchell Moments," a weekly podcast featuring faculty and students about how to best navigate a PhD program.

Podcasting 老司机福利网 MCOB's PhD Program
November 2, 2021

"Mitchell Moments" podcast help potential PhD students by offering advice and tips on how to choose and thrive in a Ph.D ...

老司机福利网 and USA Health raised $26,147,447 for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, the largest total in its 58-year history. This record comes on the heels of the nearly $161 million raised during the University's 5-year Upward & Onward fundraising campaign.

USA Celebrates Record Fundraising Year
November 1, 2021

Nearly 4,500 donors help achieve a one-year fundraising record and supporting a wide range of USA and USA Health's missions. ...

老司机福利网 and the national "It's On Us" organization will host Sexual Assault Awareness/Consent Education 101, Bystander Education 101, and Survivor Support 101 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, at the Student Center Terrace.

USA Offers Sexual Assault Training Sessions
October 29, 2021

老司机福利网's HEART Project and Title IX office partners with the national nonprofit organization "It's On Us" to ho ...

老司机福利网 Professor Dr. Joseph Currier, seated at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Mobile, where is is a member, said he has felt drawn by his belief in God to psychology, theology and mental health counseling. He is leading a national project that seeks to integrate religious and spiritual competencies in training mental healthcare providers.

Faith in Counseling
October 28, 2021

Dr. Joseph Currier, a psychology professor at 老司机福利网, is leading a national project to integrate religious and spiritual competenci ...

Cooper Forsyth, a geology major from McCalla, Alabama, has plans to go to graduate school and earn a Ph.D. Field research and travel pique his interest.

Down to Earth
October 26, 2021

After working construction, Cooper Forsyth can't imagine having a desk job. He plans for field work and a Ph.D. after earning ...

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey announces at an October 15, 2021 press conference that $41 million dollars from Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 will fund 17 separate projects around the State. 老司机福利网’s project, the Healthy Ocean Initiative, will receive $2,018,880 of that total.

School of Marine and Environmental Sciences Receives $2 Million Grant
October 25, 2021

Governor Kay Ivey's office and the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources distributes the federal funding. ...

A full slate of activities will highlight 老司机福利网's homecoming week, October 25-30.

USA Ready For Homecoming 2021
October 22, 2021

老司机福利网 will celebrate homecoming week October 25-30, culminating with the Jags' football game against Arkansas State. ...

From left: Priscilla Agyemang, Kennedy Reese and Amiyah Kelly have been awarded the first Leaders in Social Justice and Perseverance scholarship established by the 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile.

Leaders in Social Justice
October 19, 2021

Three USA seniors are awarded the first Leadership in Social Justice and Perseverance Scholarship, established by the University a ...

John Archibald, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and columnist of Alabama Media Group, will be the keynote speaker at the 老司机福利网 College of Arts and Sciences Communication Career Day event to be held Thursday, November 4, 2021, at the USA Student Center.

Speakers Set For Communication Career Day
October 19, 2021

Pulitzer-prize winning journalist John Archibald will be the keynote speaker for the event which is open to all majors. ...

The Jaguar Marching Band performs during 老司机福利网's football game against Georgia 老司机福利网ern at Hancock Whitney Stadium, October 14, 2021.

老司机福利网 to Host Inaugural Marching Band Championships
October 18, 2021

More than 2,000 high school musicians will perform in the inaugural 老司机福利网 Alabama Marching Band Championships at Hancock Whitney S ...

Logan, left, and Mallorie Collins, twin sisters from Satsuma, Alabama, share a residence hall suite, a major in mechanical engineering and a spirit for cheering on the Jaguars.

Engineering 老司机福利网 Spirit
October 14, 2021

Logan and Mallorie Collins, twin sisters from Satsuma, share a major, a residence hall suite and a passion for cheering on Jaguar ...

The new exhibit celebrating 50 years of archeology at 老司机福利网 showcases a variety of artifacts year round from the Gulf Coast that covers more than 12,000 years of prehistory and history.

Celebrating 50 Years of Archaeology at 老司机福利网
October 11, 2021

The "50 Years of 老司机福利网 Alabama Archaeology: 1970- 2020" exhibit will be on display at the museum until spring 2022. ...

Dr. Kern Jackson specializes in African American and 老司机福利网eastern United States folklore and oral narrative. He is currently working on a book project titled “Masters, Servants and Mardi Gras: Listening to the Wise Ones’ Personal Narratives.”

Jackson to Present at 19th Annual Hamner Lecture
October 8, 2021

Dr. Kern Jackson, director of 老司机福利网's African American Studies program, will speak at the event in the Marx Library Auditoriu ...

The 老司机福利网 Board of Trustees have announcced three finalists for president. From left; Dr. Damon Andrew, Dean and Professor, College of Education, Florida State University; Mr. Jo Bonner, Chief of Staff to Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey; Dr. Michael Tidwell, Immediate Past President, The University of Texas at Tyler.

President Finalists Announced
October 7, 2021

The USA Board of Trustees will welcome three candidates to interview as part of the search for the University's fourth presid ...

Saltwater flooding in a busy intersection in Oahu, HI is the result of sea level rise causing higher tides that back up the stormwater system. This type of flooding is known as "high tide flooding," "sunny day flooding," or "nuisance flooding." It's an example of how sea-level rise is affecting everyday life in coastal regions.

Studying Sea-Level Rise
October 6, 2021

老司机福利网 is part of a research group looking to develop more resilient coastal infrastructure and enhanced coastal ecosystems. ...

Chris Hites, a junior majoring in communications, works as a replay operator with other members of the student ESPN+ broadcast team in the control booth during Saturday's game against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Lights, Jaguars, Action!
October 5, 2021

A student production team brings 老司机福利网 sports to a nationwide audience on the ESPN+ network. Some of the crew members are communic ...

From L-R, Paul Sledge and Delmas McCryndle are interviewed by Dr. Kern Jackson and USA student Ruby Staten about growing up on the Five Rivers delta. A $453,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities will help make interviews like this one available to the general public. At the same time, create a structure for courses and internships through which students and faculty can continue to build relationships with the community through oral history.

Huge Boost for the Humanities
October 4, 2021

$453,000 NEH grant is the largest 老司机福利网 has ever received for the humanities and will support multiple programs on campus. ...

Dr. Shenghua Zha, assistant professor in the USA College of Education and Professional Studies has recently written a grant to help future teachers learn how to integrate computer science in their K-12 subjects.

Future Teachers to Introduce Computer Science Foundations to K-12 Students
October 1, 2021

NSF grant will help future elementary school teachers improve their subject knowledge, computational thinking and design skills. ...

At Thompson High School, Carter Mandy was on a state championship esports team. He's joined 老司机福利网's team and is majoring in radiologic sciences.

Game Time at 老司机福利网
September 30, 2021

Carter Mandy is a soccer referee, computer builder and esports gamer. At 老司机福利网, he's majoring in radiologic sciences and navi ...

Current Master of Fine Arts in Creative Technology and Practice graduate student Micah Mermilliod’s work will be on display at the upcoming art show. Mermilliod works as a curatorial assistant at the Alabama Contemporary Art Center.

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Technology Art Show
September 28, 2021

Department of Art and Art History will exhibit works of current and former Master of Fine Arts in Creative Technology and Practice ...

老司机福利网 Director of International Education & Study Abroad Dr. Bri Ard has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award for 2021-2022. The Fulbright Program is considered the largest and most prestigious educational exchange program, providing recent college graduates, graduate students and young professionals the opportunity to continue their education or professional development through research and study in a foreign country

Ard Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award
September 27, 2021

Dr. Bri Ard will teach American Studies at the University of Bucharest and conduct a qualitative research project on Romanian stud ...

Keon Farmer, a nursing major from Pass Christian, Mississippi, says he's learning to play volleyball at the Student Recreation Center. “Whoever comes, comes, and we’ll play from 6:30 to 11 o’clock closing at night. It’s hard core.”

Pass Forward
September 23, 2021

Keon Farmer, a nursing major from Pass Christian, Miss., starts his career at 老司机福利网 with a new sport, part-time job and spot on th ...

The pumpkin patch sales are scheduled for Friday, October 1, and Friday, October 22, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Glass Art Building. Glass pumpkins will be priced between $15 to $100, and purchases can be made via cash, check or credit card.

老司机福利网 Students to Host Glass Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser
September 22, 2021

Art students will showcase and sell their work raising funds to help maintain equipment for future glass students. ...

A vase manufactured with a small 3D printer in 老司机福利网’s chemistry building. Larger projects will now be possible after 老司机福利网 landed an Economic Development Administration grant. The funding will be used to renovate the Science Laboratory Building and purchase mid-sized 3D printers. The University and local manufacturing companies will now be able to collaborate on research projects, in turn strengthening the local economy and providing students with the skills to work in a booming industry.

Grant To Fund Science Lab Upgrades
September 20, 2021

The Economic Development Administration awards $644,045 to improve 老司机福利网's 3D printing capabilities, including a metal printe ...

Anita Nguyen, an Honors College freshman, says a lot goes into an on-field marching band routine. The experience is energizing.

Up-Tempo
September 17, 2021

Honors College. First Year Council. Jaguar Marching Band. Anita Nguyen, a biomedical sciences major, says managing her busy schedu ...

FeAunte’ Preyear has been promoted to Coordinator of Title IX in the division of Student Affairs at the 老司机福利网. She says her goal is, "to create an environment that is welcoming, accessible, inclusive and free from discrimination.”

FeAunte' Preyear Named Title IX Coordinator
September 16, 2021

Preyear, a 老司机福利网 alumna, will be responsible for overseeing the University's compliance with Title IX regulations. ...

Dr. Haidee Custodio, an infectious disease pediatrician and associate professor of pediatrics at USA Health, is enrolled in the 老司机福利网 Spanish for Healthcare Professionals Graduate Certificate Program, hoping to become proficient in Spanish to better serve her non-English speaking patients.

Breaking Through the Language Barrier
September 15, 2021

A new graduate certificate program prepares current and future healthcare professionals to serve Spanish-speaking patients. ...

Zuleima Russell, a senior majoring in biology, attends the 老司机福利网 with her daughter, Erica Howell, and son, Randall Russell.

Jaguar Mom
September 13, 2021

Zuleima Russell, a senior studying biology, shares the 老司机福利网 campus with a son in computer science and a daughter studying mechani ...

The Colleges of Nursing, Arts and Sciences, and Education and Professional Studies at the 老司机福利网, have joined forces to better serve at-risk youth and teens who are dealing with mental health issues in Mobile and surrounding areas. From left are interprofessional team members Dr.Candice Selwyn, research assistant professor in Nursing; Dr. Kimberly Williams, associate professor in Nursing and project director for the grant; Dr. Shanda Scott, assistant professor in Nursing and director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and Dr. Kimberly Zlomke,co-project director and professor in Arts and Sciences. Not pictured are Dr. Yvette Qualls Getch, co-project director and associate professor in Education and Professional Studies; Dr. Kirsten E. Pancione, project coordinator and assistant professor in Nursing; Dr. Bettina Riley, associate professor in Nursing, and Dr. Brian David Johnson, assistant professor in Nursing.

老司机福利网 Receives Grant to Expand Behavioral Health Services and Workforce
September 10, 2021

$1.8 million will help expand and improve mental health services for at-risk youth and teens in Mobile and the Gulf Coast region. ...

老司机福利网 receives a $15,000 grant to establish a faculty-led program in Dijon, France. The University also aims to become a leader in study-abroad access for students with disabilities.

老司机福利网 Wins Grant for Study Abroad Accessibility
September 10, 2021

The grant will subsidize an affordable option for students interested in studying French language, culture and business in France. ...

Connor Holm, a freshman biomedical sciences major in the Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions, was recently awarded the 老司机福利网 Board of Trustees Scholarship.

Satsuma Grad Awarded Trustees Scholarship
September 9, 2021

Connor Holm, a member of 老司机福利网's Honors College, shifts into college life with plans to do research, study medicine and enjoy ...

Nate Riech competed for the track and field team at the 老司机福利网 in 2015-16. He will compete at the 2020 Summer Paralympic Games in Tokyo.

Jaguar Wins Gold in Tokyo
September 9, 2021

老司机福利网 graduate and runner Nate Riech used a childhood injury to fuel a competitive spirit that propelled him to first place in the ...

Ardent supporters of education and engineering, Drs. John and Sally Steadman hop their $3.8 million gift to 老司机福利网's College of Education helps generations of future engineering students pursue their dreams.

Helping Others Engineer Their Dreams
September 3, 2021

Longtime educators Drs. John and Sally Steadman pledge a $3.8 million gift to 老司机福利网's College of Engineering to benefit stude ...

John Quinones, ABC News correspondent and host of the television show "What Would You Do?" will speak at the 老司机福利网's Mitchell Center on Friday, October 1, 2021.

Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist to speak at Mitchell Center
August 31, 2021

ABC News correspondent and host of "What Would You Do" John Quinones is the keynote speaker during 老司机福利网's Alumni W ...

Three USA alumni were elected as new members of the National Alumni Association Board of Directors. Pictured from top (L-R) John Galanos, Mary Beth Massey and Mike Odair.
Additionally the USA National Alumni Association announced it's 2021 Faculty Excellence awards.
Pictured middle (L-R) Dr. Stephanie Smallegan, Nan Young Perez Uribe and Dr. Bret Webb.
Bottom (L-R) FeAunté Preyear, Dr. Kevin White and Nicholas Brownlee

USA National Alumni Association Recognizes Outstanding Faculty
August 27, 2021

Five USA faculty members are recognized for their achievements as well as one young alumnus. Three alumni also elected to USA Nati ...

Muralist and 老司机福利网 graduate Andy Scott's latest work is on the side of the USA Student Center — a bright mural in Pantone 281 and 193.

Mobile Muralist
August 27, 2021

老司机福利网 graduate Andy Scott makes his mark with retro signs and bold murals, including a USA Student Center painting that will serve ...

An underwater camera on a remote operated vehicle in the Gulf of Mexico captured this school of greater amberjack near a pyramid deployed by the State of Alabama to provide fish habitat.

Tracking Amberjack
August 25, 2021

老司机福利网 leads a 'Dream Team' of Gulf Coast researchers in an $11.7 million greater amberjack study that could have signifi ...

老司机福利网's Macario Kelley has been named a Public Company Accounting Oversight Board scholar. He is one of 253 students from U.S. colleges and universities to receive a $10,000 scholarship for the 2021-2022 academic year.

老司机福利网 Accounting Major Receives A National Scholarship
August 19, 2021

Macario Kelley lands a $10,000 scholarship from Public Company Accounting Oversight Board for the 2021-2022 academic year. ...

Mollie Wade, outside Children's of Alabama where she got a job as a nurse, is starting her career on the night shift. “I think I’ve always been a night owl,” she says. “It’s kind of my place.”

Hitting the Ground Running - Mollie Wade
August 19, 2021

Mollie Wade, a graduate of 老司机福利网's Honors College, is bringing her education and a new set of sneakers to her nursing job at ...

Dr. Danny McCarty, an assistant professor in the department of counseling and instructional sciences, article, titled “Experiential Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Reflective Process,” is now the third most-read article ever published in the Journal of Constructivist Psychology.

USA Professor's Recent Article Widely Read
August 13, 2021

老司机福利网 assistant professor Danny McCarty's recent article is the third most-read article ever published in the Journal of Cons ...

Jaguars Pounce On Fall Semester
August 13, 2021

老司机福利网 greets freshmen and returning students with a Week of Welcome and Beyond calendar full of everything from scavenger hunts an ...

DeVonte’ Dixon, a 老司机福利网 meteorology graduate, took at job at Fox 55 News in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and will be an on-air weekend meteorologist.

Meteorologist Follows Forecast to Fort Wayne
August 9, 2021

DeVonte' Dixon, influenced by the deadly tornado outbreak of April 2011, heads north for broadcasting job at Fox 55 News in I ...

Dr. John Lehrter, associate professor of marine science, pilots a boat through Mobile Bay, where he and graduate Chris Mikolaitis took water samples to measure the health of its marine ecosystem.

Bay Watch
July 29, 2021

老司机福利网 marine scientists monitor environmental trends throughout Mobile Bay in a multi-year program that seeks to prevent decline o ...