By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief W.O.K.E. welcomed everyone to International Coffee Hour on Aug. 30 to come and listen or talk about different cultural topics while playing games, listening to music and enjoying free coffee or tea. Wakening Our Knowledge of Ethnicities, W.O.K.E., is designed for educating on what diversity means. Its goal is to educate students on diversity with open discussions on … Continue reading W.O.K.E. : A Push for Diversity
By: Sydney McDonald | Managing Editor The Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), formerly known as Jag Success, is getting a productive start to the new semester. After renaming and moving their main operations from the Academic Service center to the second floor of the Marx Library, they are ready to help students have a successful year. CAE is an academic service center that strives to … Continue reading Center for Academic Excellence Prepares for a Successful Year
By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor Week one of the 2019 College Football season has concluded. There is still much to figure out with every team. The South Alabama Jaguars (0-1) went into Lincoln, Nebraska to face the #24 Nebraska Cornhuskers (1-0) with a determined mindset to win. The Jaguars were 35.5-point underdogs to a team whose offense was supposed to be one of the … Continue reading Jaguars look to rebound with home-opener against Jackson State Tigers
By: Hayden Cordova | Lifestyle Editor On Tuesday, Aug. 27, the Green Jags, formerly known as USA Sustainability Committee, held their first interest meeting of the semester at the Student Center. The student-run group is an earth health organization that promotes sustainability across campus. The meeting was held as an overview of the Green Jags initiative for new students interested in learning more about the … Continue reading Green Jags Interest Meeting
By: Keylee Fillingim | Contributing Writer South Alabama’s chapter of the student-led organization, Active Minds, held its first meeting last Thursday night in the Student Center. The organization creates a safe haven for students to learn and talk about mental health and provides resources for them. Active Minds provided Papa John’s pizza and refreshments for guests who attended the meeting. “Not everyone has a mental … Continue reading South Students Start the Conversation
By: Sydney McDonald | Managing Editor The University of South Alabama’s growing campus size has brought many new housing options in the last few years. Along with the new school year came a new type of housing for the university community. The Landing at South is South Alabama’s first student homes. With 3-4 bedroom options, they are described as “upscale student housing.” As most off-campus … Continue reading Welcome Almost Home: South Students Living in Hotels While The Landing Finishes Construction
By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The day that many people have been waiting for is finally here. College Football season is back. The South Alabama Jaguars returns after going through significant changes in the previous offseason. Head coach Steve Campbell and his Jaguars are looking to make a statement after finishing 3-9 (2-6 in Sun Belt play) last year. South will not have an … Continue reading South Alabama Jaguars Kick-off 2019 Season with #24 Nebraska
By: Keylee Fillingim | Contributing Writer Dozens of students gathered at the Student Center for the LGBTQ+ Welcome Reception last Thursday. A few words from faculty, organizations, and student government association’s president, Sahilee Waitman were given to inform students about resources on campus and allies for the LGBTQ+ community. Rainbow cake, cookies and refreshments were offered to the guests following speeches. Freshman and upperclassmen gathered … Continue reading South Welcomes LGBTQ+ Students
By: Lauren Barksdale | News Editor South Alabama held the First Generation Meet & Greet, an event that is designed for students to meet other people who are also first-generation students and connect with them on campus. The event featured a brief introduction by Kristi Clayton, Coordinator of Student Academic Success. Dr. Krista Harrell, Title XI Coordinator and Associate Dean of Students gave a personal … Continue reading First Generation Connections
By: Hayden Cordova | Lifestyle Editor You’re getting ready for your first day of college classes at South, digging through your dresser for just the right outfit to find that your only collegiate shirts are from a different college. The T-Shirt trade encourages students to bring their old collegiate shirts and trade them in for a South Alabama shirt, free of charge. The T-Shirt trade … Continue reading Students Trade T-Shirts for Jag Gear
By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief Last week, new and returning students moved into their new apartment or dorm to attend the University of South Alabama. What’s it like having a new home away from home? Whether you’re coming from across the country or 15 minutes away, being away from home means finding your new comfort zone and exploring new things to help you … Continue reading The University of South Alabama: Home Away From Home
By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief Photos by: Martyce Allen | Reporter More than 1,000 new freshmen move into their dorms to begin the next chapter of their lives. Move-in day kicks off South Alabama’s Week of Welcome, two weeks of special events throughout campus. USA faculty, staff and returning students unloaded vehicles and carried belongings to the freshmen’s new room. Students moved into … Continue reading Move In Day at South Alabama
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