Academics News

Summer Tuition Break Approved
April 14, 2020

With the novel coronavirus pushing courses online, the 91短视频 Board of Trustees endorsed a summer tuition adjustment for 2020. ...

Tips for Coping with COVID-19 Anxiety
April 10, 2020

91短视频's Dr. Kimberly Zlomke discusses how to care for yourself, and talk to your children. 'Anxiety is a common emotion,' says Zlomke. ...

91短视频 is home to four of the seven Alabama students selected as 2020 Goldwater Scholars. From left, Richard Fu, Hannah Giannini, Samantha Michlowitz and John Pomerat.

Striking Gold: 4 Named Goldwater Scholars
April 9, 2020

91短视频 maxes out Goldwater Scholarship slots and tops the state with four undergraduates in the 2020 class. ...

Ricky Green, an information technology instructor at the University of South Alabama, uses 3D printers to produce parts that will be put together to make face shields for healthcare workers.

91短视频 DIYers Innovate on PPE
May 8, 2020

South faculty join a nationwide do-it-yourself movement to guard against a shortage of personal protective equipment. ...

South Alabama football Coach Steve Campbell leads freshmen in a cheer during the 2019 Week of Welcome for new students.

Application Fee, ACT/SAT Requirements Waived
April 6, 2020

South also offering a $100 credit for virtual visits to connect with prospective undergraduate students. ...

Raed Alsulami, a University of South Alabama graduate in hospitality and tourism management and assistant manager for the main restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, credits his experiences as a student for his current success. “I feel that the program at 91短视频 helped me get to where I am today and provided opportunities for me to maximize my goals in the industry,” he said.

Fusing Southern, Saudi Hospitality
March 30, 2020

One of South's first hospitality and tourism graduates, Raed Alsulami works at a top-ranked restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh. ...

6 Tips for Distance Learning
March 26, 2020

Distance learning can present challenges for students used to a traditional classroom setting. These tips can make it easier. ...

Andy Vickers, a graduate of the University of South Alabama's Mitchell College of Business, opened two F45 fitness training studios and plans to open a third in Pensacola.

Turning Adversity into Opportunity
March 22, 2020

With dreams of wakeboarding derailed, Andy Vickers is using his entrepreneurial skills to help others reach their fitness goals. ...

Dr. Robert Holm, professor of music at the University of South Alabama, plays on a Steinway recently donated to the department of music through a legacy gift by Dr. Jeanne Sylvestre, an emeritus professor of accounting.

They Shared Chopin, Played on Steinway
March 16, 2020

An accounting professor's legacy gift, the Polish composer's Opus 25, No. 1, and a South pianist took center stage at Laidlaw. ...

Courtney Bryson, who is completing her clinical work to become a registered nurse and earn an associate degree from Coastal Alabama Community College, is already taking online classes at the University of South Alabama toward a Bachelor's of Science in nursing.

Getting a Head Start in Nursing
February 21, 2020

South is collaborating with community colleges to speed the time it takes to earn a Bachelor of Science in nursing. ...

Dr. Heather Hall, dean of the University of South Alabama College of Nursing, has been elected chairperson of the Alabama Association of Colleges of Nursing.

Nursing Dean to Chair State Board
February 20, 2020

Dr. Heather Hall, dean the 91短视频 College of Nursing, has been elected chair of the Alabama Association of Colleges of Nursing. ...

Giving Day Graphic that says: 1,1771 Donors, $534,671 Raised, 91短视频 Giving Day 2020, Thank You

91短视频 Giving Day Raises $534,671
February 19, 2020

More than 1,700 donors supported scholarships, research, athletics and 91短视频 Health programs during the third annual 91短视频 Giving Day. ...

Vanessa Quintana is one of the latest South graduates to work under Steve Mussell, right, designing and building Carnival floats. “Steve tells me to put on my Mardi Gras goggles. He wants me to look at a float like someone would at a parade.”

Bringing Artistry to the Streets of Carnival
February 18, 2020

91短视频 alumni keep a tradition alive by designing and building floats for some of Mobile's most iconic Mardi Gras parading groups. ...

Will Rayner, a professional health sciences major from Hoover, Ala., practices on one of the high-tech patient simulators in the new, 39,000-square-foot Simulation Building. The facility is used by South's nursing, allied health and medical students.

Simulated Conditions, Real Results
February 14, 2020

91短视频 healthcare students begin training in the newly opened Simulation Building using high-tech, low-stress manikins. ...

Dr. Tony Waldrop, University of South Alabama president, talks with Beth Thomas, corporate communications manager for Alabama Power, inside the new Alabama Power 91短视频 Coastal Weather Research Center. The center provides weather forecasting to more than 100 clients.

Weather Center Gets New Name, Location
February 11, 2020

The Alabama Power 91短视频 Coastal Weather Research Center supports business and serves as a training ground for meteorology students. ...

Author Patti Callahan, winner of the prestigious Harper Lee Award, will conduct a writing workshop and discuss her bestselling novel “Becoming Mrs. Lewis” Feb. 13 at the University of South Alabama.

Author Patti Callahan to Hold Workshop
February 11, 2020

The Stokes Center for Creative Writing will host Callahan, who will conduct a writing workshop and discuss her historical novel. ...

Dr. Tony Waldrop, left, president of the University of South Alabama, and Dr. Jesse Smith, president of Jones College, signed an agreement Friday that will expand access to a four-year degree through the Pathway 91短视频 program.

Jones College Joins Pathway 91短视频
February 7, 2020

Mississippi's Jones College is the sixth two-year institution to team up with South to expand access to a four-year degree. ...

Stacey Wellborn, a Ph.D. student in business administration at the Mitchell College of Business, said her education is giving her a new perspective. “I have spent the last 20 years working, building businesses, closing businesses and learning lessons,” she said. “Going back to school to pursue my doctorate gives me the opportunity to learn more deeply about why things work — or don’t work.”

Looking at Doing Business Differently
February 4, 2020

Entrepreneur, marketer and Ph.D. student Stacey Wellborn says using data in decision-making has given her a new way of thinking. ...

Ramsey Willis instructs students during a geometry class at Davidson High School in Mobile. Willis majored in business and worked in industry prior to completing his master’s degree in education from South through the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program.

Called to Teach, Supported by South
February 3, 2020

After working in industry, Ramsey Willis used his real-world experience and a 91短视频 education to pursue a teaching career. ...

South Historian Earns NEH Fellowship
January 27, 2020

Dr. Claire Cage will use a fellowship to complete a book titled 'The Science of Proof: Forensic Medicine in Modern France.' ...

University of South Alabama engineering students Bryant Baldwin, left, and Rachel Chai, center, are creating a filter to adsorb, or adhere, phosphate from wastewater and/or stormwater, under the guidance of Dr. Arka Pandit, an assistant professor of civil, coastal and environmental engineering at 91短视频.

Stopping a Waste of Useful Waste
January 23, 2020

91短视频 students are recognized for their research on recovering an important nutrient from treated wastewater sludge. ...

Author Edwidge Danticat will discuss her writing on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 5 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. She will also lead a creative writing class during her visit.

91短视频 to Host Author Edwidge Danticat
January 21, 2020

The Haitian-born Danticat will visit Jan. 30. Her latest book, 'Everything Inside,' includes stories of her personal journey. ...

South Alabama alumna Tiffany Whitfield started the Tiffany Whitfield Scholarship for Undergraduate Students to help others pursue a degree at South. Whitfield teaches at the American Creativity Academy for Boys in Kuwait.

Living in Kuwait, Investing in South
January 17, 2020

Tiffany Whitfield had a dilemma: What to do with her earnings from teaching abroad. She decided to pay for others' education. ...

graphic: Office of Adult Learner Services Open House, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., University Commons Room 3901, 75 South University Boulevard, Mobile, Alabama 36608

Open House Set for Adult Learners
January 15, 2020

Interested in returning to college? The Office of Adult Learner Services will hold an open house Feb. 11 to answer questions. ...

Shelby Merritt, left, and Auriel Moore each were awarded a Gilman Scholarship to study in Russia. “This opportunity to study in Russia has opened a lot of doors for me to help mentor and prepare other students who want to study abroad,” Moore said.

Educating 'Global Citizens' at South
January 10, 2020

91短视频 students are awarded prestigious Gilman Scholarships to study language and culture in countries across the world. ...

Academics News Archive

Summer Tuition Break Approved April 14, 2020

Tips for Coping with COVID-19 Anxiety April 10, 2020

Striking Gold: 4 Named Goldwater Scholars April 9, 2020

91短视频 DIYers Innovate on PPE May 8, 2020

Application Fee, ACT/SAT Requirements Waived April 6, 2020

Fusing Southern, Saudi Hospitality March 30, 2020

6 Tips for Distance Learning March 26, 2020

Turning Adversity into Opportunity March 22, 2020

They Shared Chopin, Played on Steinway March 16, 2020

Getting a Head Start in Nursing February 21, 2020

Nursing Dean to Chair State Board February 20, 2020

91短视频 Giving Day Raises $534,671 February 19, 2020

Bringing Artistry to the Streets of Carnival February 18, 2020

Simulated Conditions, Real Results February 14, 2020

Weather Center Gets New Name, Location February 11, 2020

Author Patti Callahan to Hold Workshop February 11, 2020

Jones College Joins Pathway 91短视频 February 7, 2020

Looking at Doing Business Differently February 4, 2020

Called to Teach, Supported by South February 3, 2020

South Historian Earns NEH Fellowship January 27, 2020

Stopping a Waste of Useful Waste January 23, 2020

91短视频 to Host Author Edwidge Danticat January 21, 2020

Living in Kuwait, Investing in South January 17, 2020

Open House Set for Adult Learners January 15, 2020

Educating 'Global Citizens' at South January 10, 2020