USA News Archives
The USA Office of Marketing and Communications has provided the following press releases
for use by media outlets. For assistance, contact Lance Crawford, Director of Media Relations.
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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. ... -
USA Health Baldwin Campus Planned
July 28, 2020Louis and Melinda Mapp intend to donate eight acres for the campus, which would include primary and specialty care. ... -
More Than Cookie-Cutter Advice
July 21, 2020A South mentoring program offers entrepreneurs, like those at ellenJAY bakery, tailored guidance to help their businesses rise. ... -
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. ... -
Focused on Her Future
July 20, 2020Doctoral student April Berry's drive and persistence pays dividends as she hopes to show others they can achieve their dreams ... -
Opening Doors to Opportunity
July 17, 2020USA and The 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile are collaborating to establish a full-tuition scholarship beginning in Fall 2020. ... -
South Team Smells Success in Fabrics
July 16, 2020Commercial applications for antimicrobial material range from germ-free hospital linens to less stinky athletic apparel. ... -
Examining a Pathway to Treat COVID-19
July 15, 2020Researchers in the College of Medicine are examining a novel novel genetic pathway that could lead to new treatments. ... -
Recycle, Reclaim and Repave
July 15, 2020Dr. Shenghua Wu and his students wanted to test a road made entirely of recycled asphalt. They found one nearby in Florida. ... -
With Changing Views, a New Banner
July 14, 2020South alumnus Carlos Moore took the Mississippi flag down in his courtroom three years ago. Now, the state has followed suit. ... -
Artist Lives Dream in Fantasy World
July 14, 2020#MyFirstJob: Courtney McKeand overcame multiple sclerosis to earn art degree at South and land freelance job in science fiction. ... -
The Need for Speed
July 9, 2020Dr. David Bourrie lands a grant that will expand USA's cyber infrastructure and transition to a true high-speed network. ... -
Computer Security Career Takes Off
July 7, 2020#MyFirstJob: Adam Gautier's degree took him to Huntsville, where he's found challenges, camaraderie and comical space re ... -
Senior Ted Amadi earns an American Heart Association's Supporting Undergraduate Research Experience fellowship. ...
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Audiologist Hears Call as Dr. Chick
June 30, 2020#MyFirstJob: Cameron Chick turned a South education and a Macon internship into a job at the Georgia Hearing Institute. ... -
Finding Role Models in Textbooks
June 26, 2020Biology texts are doing better at representing women and scientists of color, but still fall short, says USA associate professor. ... -
South Releases Reopening Plan
June 26, 2020Social distancing, face masks, COVID-19 screening, web-blended classes and a staggered move-in are included in the guidelines. ... -
Challenging Players, and Expectations
June 24, 2020Former Jag Mansa El is a rarity in basketball — a female coach of a boys team. She prepares her players for the game, and li ... -
USA Starts Peer Student Support Network
June 23, 2020Jag Student Support Network trains students to help peers handle stress and cope with personal and academic issues. ... -
South, then North and to Space
June 22, 2020#MyFirstJob: Martavious Hails joined a NASA team in Huntsville that uses satellite imagery to improve weather forecasting. ... -
USA's Pence Receives Fellowship
June 18, 2020Alabama Arts Council awards fellowship to Dr. Charlotte Pence as her latest book of poems is scheduled for release. ... -
The Nonconfrontational, Sympathetic Auditor
June 15, 2020#MyFirstJob: With a $10 backdrop, Amara Baltimore looks for thousands in lost revenue for the state of Alabama. ... -
Getting to Know USA Virtually
June 12, 2020More than 500 prospective students have connected with academic recruiters for virtual visits. Schedule your appointment. ... -
South!, in 70 Different Places
June 9, 2020Members of the Jaguar Marching Band — plus a dog who helps keep time — perform the USA fight song together, one-by-one ... -
A Career, and a Church, Under Construction
June 9, 2020#MyFirstJob: Caleb Santa Cruz, a communication studies graduate, heads back home to begin a job as a youth pastor. ... -
PASSAGE USA Students Eligible for Federal Aid
June 9, 2020PASSAGE USA program gives students with intellectual disabilities opportunities to attend college and experience campus life. ... -
Tuition to Remain Level for 2020-21
June 5, 2020South's Board of Trustees leaves tuition unchanged for the second consecutive year; housing costs will also remain flat. ... -
South Alumna Explores COVID-19 Therapies
June 3, 2020Chemistry graduate Dr. Miranda Byrne-Steele leads a team of researchers working on therapies at a Huntsville biotechnology firm. ... -
USA Announces 2020-21 SGA Officers
June 2, 2020USA students elect Tia Nickens, a secondary education major, as SGA president. Brantley "Brant" A. Cook is vice presiden ... -
Crawford Named Director of Media Relations
June 1, 2020Veteran broadcaster Lance Crawford is joining South's Office of Marketing and Communications and will handle media relations. ... -
Emergency Department Planned for West Mobile
May 19, 2020USA Health is building a free-standing emergency department at Hillcrest and Old Shell roads. ... -
Supporting 'Rock Star' Teachers
May 18, 2020COVID-19 has forced K-12 teachers out of comfort zones and into distance learning. That brings new opportunities. ... -
Wood Named Dean of the Year
May 14, 2020Dr. Bob G. Wood, dean of the Mitchell College of Business, is recognized by Beta Gamma Sigma. ... -
Not Enough Hours in the Day
May 9, 2020Double major in business and Spanish. Fraternity president. Internships and study abroad. Jack Stover has been busy. ... -
Dean's Award, Discipline, Determination
May 9, 2020Mary Catherine Cazalas's pursuit of a graduate degree in speech pathology brought her back to 'the best city in the worl ... -
'Completionist' Finds Way to Engineering
May 9, 2020Bryant Baldwin is a problem solver. At South, he discovered a solution to his varying interests: mechanical engineering. ... -
USA DIYers Innovate on PPE
May 8, 2020South faculty join a nationwide do-it-yourself movement to guard against a shortage of personal protective equipment. ... -
Among Her Roles, Deliverer of COVID-19 Results
May 6, 2020USA nursing graduate Dr. Nycole Oliver is an instructor, advocate and COVID-19 tester. She also calls patients with the results. ... -
Finding Harmony, and a Good Wi-Fi Signal
May 5, 2020Accustomed to playing together, South faculty and students find creative ways to bridge the distance caused by COVID-19. ... -
Chastang-Howard Recognized for Excellence
May 4, 2020Pamela Chastang-Howard is honored with the National Collegiate Honors Council Award for Administrative Excellence. ... -
'This Might Actually Be a Thing'
May 1, 2020A group of South students were in Peru when the novel coronavirus shut down its borders. This is the story of how they got out. ... -
Fall Reopening Planned at USA
May 1, 2020The University is making plans to reopen campus and resume in-person classes and residential living for the Fall 2020 semester. ... -
South to Hold Virtual Commencement
May 1, 2020The awarding of the degrees will take place 11 a.m., May 9. The ceremony will stream on the homepage and social media. ... -
COVID-19 to Supply Lessons on Supply Chain
April 27, 2020Dr. Alvin Williams, marketing and quantitative methods chair, offers insight on the novel coronavirus's impact on supply chai ... -
'He Simply Will Not Accept Failure'
April 27, 2020Barry Coleman endows scholarship in grandmother's name, becoming one the youngest major gift donors to the College of Nursing ... -
Airbus, South Team Up on Medical Masks
April 20, 2020Airbus, working with the University and USA Health, has put its 3D printers to work manufacturing masks for hospitals and clinics. ... -
Pivoting to Address a Pandemic
April 17, 2020South alumna Sarah Crass helps lead Medical Teams International, addressing COVID-19 challenges in the U.S. and abroad. ... -
How to Make Working From Home Work
April 13, 2020USA Mitchell College of Business management experts share ideas on how to make the most from working at home. ... -
Striking Gold: 4 Named Goldwater Scholars
April 9, 2020USA maxes out Goldwater Scholarship slots and tops the state with four undergraduates in the 2020 class. ... -
Application Fee, ACT/SAT Requirements Waived
April 6, 2020South also offering a $100 credit for virtual visits to connect with prospective undergraduate students. ...