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On the Go

One thing you can count on from the Flagship of the Gulf Coast is this: We are always on the move.

We need to be, in order to navigate today’s challenges and chase down tomorrow’s opportunities. And we want to be. We thrive on growth and movement. Our tagline perfectly encapsulates our energy: Ready. South. Go.

Read full message from President Jo Bonner

 

Fall 2024


Message from the Mac

Message from the Mac

As the year comes to a close, so too does our celebration of the National Alumni Association’s 50th anniversary.

Point A to Point B

Point A to Point B

Even in this high-flying, high-tech age, the humble bus remains a key part of a complex, finely tuned and precisely coordinated collaboration.

Fierce Featherweights

Fierce Featherweights

Imagine being able to increase your muscle mass by 40% within a few weeks. Welcome to a bird’s life.

 

5 Questions with Ronnie Stallworth

Five Questions with Ronnie

We asked Ronnie Stallworth ’03 five questions about his vision as the 46th president of the South Alabama National Alumni Association as it sets its eyes on the next 50 years.

Redeveloping

Redeveloping Atlanta

Meet Clyde Higgs ’97, president and CEO of the Beltline, one of the nation’s largest and most wide-ranging urban redevelopment programs and a $10 billion economic development catalyst.

Rewired

Rewired

Harry Lancaster's livelihood had always rested in his hands. As an electrical technician, he relied on them for a paycheck. Until he couldn’t. USA Health provided Lancaster with life-changing support.

 

Record Fundraising

Record Fundraising

A $5 million gift from Mobile businessman Elliot B. Maisel for the new Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine building highlighted record-breaking University of South Alabama fundraising — again.

Hair's Half Million

Hair's Half Million

Dr. Joe Hair, one of the most prolific academic researchers in the history of the University of South Alabama, reached a satisfyingly round number this fall when his business and marketing articles were cited for the half-millionth time.

Casting Comfort

Casting Comfort

For the enjoyment of patients, families and staff, USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital dedicated a new art sculpture in November created by internationally renowned artist Gay Outlaw.

 

Not Even at Cruising Altitude

Not Even at Cruising Altitude

The University of South Alabama's new aerospace engineering major, debuting with the fall 2024 semester, reflects Mobile’s emergence as one of the country’s major aerospace manufacturing hubs.

Going the Distance

Going the Distance

Toward the end of the Texas State game, Jags midfielder Juliana Lopes had to pull quickly back to defend. It was a big game against a conference rival near the end of the season. One physically fit team against another.

A Clutch Paint Job

A Clutch Paint Job

“We're NO 1 in the nation,” proclaims the University of South Alabama’s bus in a 1972 photo. The baseball team proudly poses alongside, celebrating the Jaguars’ first appearance at No. 1 in national polls.