Academics News Archive
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COVID-19 Testing Begins for Students
South students can be tested at no cost or will need to provide proof of medical clearance from a healthcare provider. ...
August 3, 2020 -
Â鶹´«Ã½ Hosts a Series of Workshops on Social Movements
Social movements are an essential part of American democracy and understanding them creates a learning opportunity for students. ...
August 3, 2020 -
Examining Baseball's Declining Attendance Problem
South Ph.D. student, Adam Merkle and his team examined possible causes for Major League Baseball's declining attendance. ...
July 31, 2020 -
Â鶹´«Ã½ Grad Student Named Alabama History Teacher of Year
The Gilder Lehrman Institute has selected Â鶹´«Ã½ graduate student, Marcee Hinds as the state's top high school history teacher. ...
July 28, 2020 -
Hitting the Ground Running - Serena Thidasongsavanh
#MyFirstJob: Comfortable shoes and a fast pace keep Serena Thidasongsavanh on her toes as a hospital emergency room nurse. ...
July 28, 2020 -
Engineer Rolls to General Motors
#MyFirstJob: After graduating in May, Gaelyn Angus-Barker heads north for job with the automobile industry in downtown Detroit. ...
July 21, 2020 -
Focused on Her Future
Doctoral student April Berry's drive and persistence pays dividends as she hopes to show others they can achieve their dreams. ...
July 20, 2020 -
Opening Doors to Opportunity
Â鶹´«Ã½ and The 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile are collaborating to establish a full-tuition scholarship beginning in Fall 2020. ...
July 17, 2020 -
South Team Smells Success in Fabrics
Commercial applications for antimicrobial material range from germ-free hospital linens to less stinky athletic apparel. ...
July 16, 2020 -
South Grad Awarded Top Life Sciences Thesis
Valeria King earned a master's degree in biology from the Â鶹´«Ã½ in 2018. ...
July 15, 2020 -
Artist Lives Dream in Fantasy World
#MyFirstJob: Courtney McKeand overcame multiple sclerosis to earn art degree at South and land freelance job in science fiction. ...
July 14, 2020 -
The Need for Speed
Dr. David Bourrie lands a grant that will expand Â鶹´«Ã½'s cyber infrastructure and transition to a true high-speed network. ...
July 9, 2020 -
Computer Security Career Takes Off
#MyFirstJob: Adam Gautier's degree took him to Huntsville, where he's found challenges, camaraderie and comical space references. ...
July 7, 2020 -
Biomedical Sciences Student Wins Prestigious Fellowship
Senior Ted Amadi earns an American Heart Association's Supporting Undergraduate Research Experience fellowship. ...
July 2, 2020 -
Audiologist Hears Call as Dr. Chick
#MyFirstJob: Cameron Chick turned a South education and a Macon internship into a job at the Georgia Hearing Institute. ...
June 30, 2020 -
Finding Role Models in Textbooks
Biology texts are doing better at representing women and scientists of color, but still fall short, says Â鶹´«Ã½ associate professor. ...
June 26, 2020 -
South Releases Reopening Plan
Social distancing, face masks, COVID-19 screening, web-blended classes and a staggered move-in are included in the guidelines. ...
June 26, 2020 -
Â鶹´«Ã½ Starts Peer Student Support Network
Jag Student Support Network trains students to help peers handle stress and cope with personal and academic issues. ...
June 23, 2020 -
South, then North and to Space
#MyFirstJob: Martavious Hails joined a NASA team in Huntsville that uses satellite imagery to improve weather forecasting. ...
June 22, 2020 -
Â鶹´«Ã½'s Pence Receives Fellowship
Alabama Arts Council awards fellowship to Dr. Charlotte Pence as her latest book of poems is scheduled for release. ...
June 18, 2020 -
The Nonconfrontational, Sympathetic Auditor
#MyFirstJob: With a $10 backdrop, Amara Baltimore looks for thousands in lost revenue for the state of Alabama. ...
June 15, 2020 -
Getting to Know Â鶹´«Ã½ Virtually
More than 500 prospective students have connected with academic recruiters for virtual visits. Schedule your appointment. ...
June 12, 2020 -
South!, in 70 Different Places
Members of the Jaguar Marching Band — plus a dog who helps keep time — perform the Â鶹´«Ã½ fight song together, one-by-one. ...
June 9, 2020 -
A Career, and a Church, Under Construction
#MyFirstJob: Caleb Santa Cruz, a communication studies graduate, heads back home to begin a job as a youth pastor. ...
June 9, 2020 -
PASSAGE Â鶹´«Ã½ Students Eligible for Federal Aid
PASSAGE Â鶹´«Ã½ program gives students with intellectual disabilities opportunities to attend college and experience campus life. ...
June 9, 2020