2020 News Archive

60 South faculty members took part in the Innovation in Learning Center's four-week Summer Institute emphasizing online teaching techniques.

Staying on the Cutting Edge of Learning
August 19, 2020

The Innovation in Learning Center hosts Summer Institute for South faculty members to perfect their online teaching skills. ...

Dr. Joe Gaston, assistant professor in USA's department of counseling and instructional sciences and Julie Neidhardt, second grade science teacher at Hutchens elementary school.

South Launches "Next in Ed" Podcast
August 14, 2020

The Next in Ed podcast will feature conversations with teachers, administrators and policymakers about issues in education. ...

Clayton Suell, an engineering senior at the University of South Alabama, was recognized with an Alabama Space Grant Consortium Award.

Quickly Making an IMPACT
August 14, 2020

Clayton Suell, who studies artificial intelligence in South's IMPACT Lab, wins an Alabama Space Grant Consortium Award. ...

Dr. Stephanie Smallegan, assistant professor, coastal and civil engineering earns a 2020 fellowship from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

Life is a Beach
August 13, 2020

Dr. Stephanie Smallegan received the 2020 early-career research fellowship given by the National Academies' Gulf Research Program. ...

Dr. Jeremiah Henning, an assistant professor of biology, has secured a two-year, $348,000 grant from the National Science Foundation.

The Science of Diversity and Inclusion
August 10, 2020

Dr. Jeremiah Henning, an assistant professor of biology, secures a two-year, $348,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. ...

Business Analytics Added to Ph.D. Program
August 7, 2020

The Commission on Higher Education approves an additional concentration for Ph.D. in South's business administration program. ...

William DeMouy called the principal at Grand Bay Middle School the day he saw the job opening for a teacher. He interviewed the next morning. “I was thrilled. I was like, ‘Let’s do it. Let’s go for it.’”

A Second Bachelor's, A Second Start
August 4, 2020

#MyFirstJob: William DeMouy finds his place in the classroom as the geography and civics teacher embarks on a new career. ...

Ph.D. student, Jennifer Henderson's paper exploring the topic of electronic waste and its implications for both producers and consumers was named Best in Track by the Association of Marketing Theory and Practice.

Ph.D. Student Honored for Study of E-Waste
August 4, 2020

USA Business Administration PhD student, Jennifer Henderson earned "Best In Track" for her paper on recycling electronic waste. ...

University of South Alabama Jaguar statue

COVID-19 Testing Begins for Students
August 3, 2020

South students can be tested at no cost or will need to provide proof of medical clearance from a healthcare provider. ...

Social justice consultant, Christina Dawkins will serve as facilitator for workshop sessions.

USA Hosts a Series of Workshops on Social Movements
August 3, 2020

Social movements are an essential part of American democracy and understanding them creates a learning opportunity for students. ...

Jazzlyn Hatcher has been named the undergraduate recipient of the University of South Alabama's Global Student Leadership Award.

Love of South Korean Culture Leads to Recognition
July 31, 2020

International studies major, Jazzlyn Hatcher has been named the undergraduate winner of USA's Global Student Leadership Award. ...

Adam Merkle and four other South Ph.D. students had their study of possible causes for MLB's declining attendance published in the Journal of Marketing Analytics.

Examining Baseball's Declining Attendance Problem
July 31, 2020

South Ph.D. student, Adam Merkle and his team examined possible causes for Major League Baseball's declining attendance. ...

Kayla Smith, left, and Syliah Neely earned Gilman scholarships to fund their study abroad opportunities.

USA Students Earn Gilman Scholarships
July 30, 2020

South students earn Gilman scholarships, but the Covid-19 pandemic is forcing them to adjust their 2020 study abroad plans. ...

University of South Alabama graduate student, Marcee Hinds has been selected the Alabama High School History Teacher of the Year.

USA Grad Student Named Alabama History Teacher of Year
July 28, 2020

The Gilder Lehrman Institute has selected USA graduate student, Marcee Hinds as the state's top high school history teacher. ...

Serena Thidasongsavanh works as a nurse in the emergency department at USA Health University Hospital. Compared with other academic medical centers in the United States, the University Hospital emergency department handles some of the most complex and challenging cases requiring the highest level of care.

Hitting the Ground Running - Serena Thidasongsavanh
July 28, 2020

#MyFirstJob: Comfortable shoes and a fast pace keep Serena Thidasongsavanh on her toes as a hospital emergency room nurse. ...

Louis and Melinda Mapp have announced their intentions to donate land in Baldwin County for the future location of a campus for USA Health.

USA Health Baldwin Campus Planned
July 28, 2020

Louis and Melinda Mapp intend to donate eight acres for the campus, which would include primary and specialty care. ...

USA chosen to Participate in Transatlantic Mobility Program
July 28, 2020

The French Embassy has chosen USA as one of four institutions to participate in a faculty-led student exchange program in 2020. ...

Jennifer Conrad, left, a University of South Alabama graduate, and Lauren Kapeluck own ellenJAY, a boutique bakery in Midtown Mobile. The two have taken part in South's Real Advice Mentoring Program, RAMP, for help with business planning and growth strategy.

More Than Cookie-Cutter Advice
July 21, 2020

A South mentoring program offers entrepreneurs, like those at ellenJAY bakery, tailored guidance to help their businesses rise. ...

Gaelyn Angus-Barker, who graduated from the University of South Alabama with a degree in mechanical engineering, is in a two-year program at General Motors that includes four six-month rotations in different positions.

Engineer Rolls to General Motors
July 21, 2020

#MyFirstJob: After graduating in May, Gaelyn Angus-Barker heads north for job with the automobile industry in downtown Detroit. ...

April Berry, 4th-year doctoral student at USA

Focused on Her Future
July 20, 2020

Doctoral student April Berry's drive and persistence pays dividends as she hopes to show others they can achieve their dreams. ...

Dr. Andre Green, associate vice president of academic affairs and 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile president.

Opening Doors to Opportunity
July 17, 2020

USA and The 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile are collaborating to establish a full-tuition scholarship beginning in Fall 2020. ...

Joe Milter, who graduated in May from the University of South Alabama, works with Dr. Kevin West, background, professor of chemical engineering, in a College of Engineering lab during spring semester. Milter is one of the students who has worked on an antimicrobial fiber research project, collaborated on by West and Drs. Grant Glover, associate professor of chemical engineering, and Terry Ravine, associate professor of biomedical sciences.

South Team Smells Success in Fabrics
July 16, 2020

Commercial applications for antimicrobial material range from germ-free hospital linens to less stinky athletic apparel. ...

University of South Alabama engineering students examine an asphalt pavement core sample held by Dr. Shenghua Wu, assistant professor of civil engineering/pavement engineering. The sample was removed from a road made from 100 percent reclaimed asphalt pavement, which is the focus of research by Wu and the students.

Recycle, Reclaim and Repave
July 15, 2020

Dr. Shenghua Wu and his students wanted to test a road made entirely of recycled asphalt. They found one nearby in Florida. ...

Business Professor Awarded Fulbright Fellowship
July 16, 2020

Dr. Ermano Affuso, associate professor of economics and finance, has received a Fulbright Specialist Program award. ...

Chemistry Professor Selected for Cottrell Scholar Collaborative
July 15, 2020

The Cottrell Scholar Collaborative seeks to increase the development of research-supported educational strategies. ...

2020 News Archive

Staying on the Cutting Edge of Learning August 19, 2020

South Launches "Next in Ed" Podcast August 14, 2020

Quickly Making an IMPACT August 14, 2020

Life is a Beach August 13, 2020

The Science of Diversity and Inclusion August 10, 2020

Business Analytics Added to Ph.D. Program August 7, 2020

A Second Bachelor's, A Second Start August 4, 2020

Ph.D. Student Honored for Study of E-Waste August 4, 2020

COVID-19 Testing Begins for Students August 3, 2020

USA Hosts a Series of Workshops on Social Movements August 3, 2020

Love of South Korean Culture Leads to Recognition July 31, 2020

Examining Baseball's Declining Attendance Problem July 31, 2020

USA Students Earn Gilman Scholarships July 30, 2020

USA Grad Student Named Alabama History Teacher of Year July 28, 2020

Hitting the Ground Running - Serena Thidasongsavanh July 28, 2020

USA Health Baldwin Campus Planned July 28, 2020

USA chosen to Participate in Transatlantic Mobility Program July 28, 2020

More Than Cookie-Cutter Advice July 21, 2020

Engineer Rolls to General Motors July 21, 2020

Focused on Her Future July 20, 2020

Opening Doors to Opportunity July 17, 2020

South Team Smells Success in Fabrics July 16, 2020

Recycle, Reclaim and Repave July 15, 2020

Business Professor Awarded Fulbright Fellowship July 16, 2020

Chemistry Professor Selected for Cottrell Scholar Collaborative July 15, 2020