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South Alabama football loses to #21 Appalachian State at homecoming

Photos by: Lauren Barksdale | News Editor By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor It was homecoming week for the University of South Alabama that concluded with the Jaguars’ toughest task of the season. This past Saturday, the Jaguars had to host undefeated and ranked #21 Appalachian State Mountaineers. The Mountaineers would be the second ranked team faced since week one against the #24 Nebraska Cornhuskers. … Continue reading South Alabama football loses to #21 Appalachian State at homecoming

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Battle of the Greeks: NPHC Homecoming Step Show

By: Diamond Taylor | Contributing Writer  On Friday, Oct. 25, the National Pan-Hellenic Council sponsored the 2019 homecoming step show. This year’s theme for the step show was “House of Horror.”  “So with the step show being so close to Halloween, we decided to go with a horror theme,” NPHC Vice President Christy Yohannes said.“Each chapter participating will base their show off of a horror … Continue reading Battle of the Greeks: NPHC Homecoming Step Show

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Battle of the DJs – Homecoming 2019

By: Rachel Gonzalez | Contributing Writer Homecoming 2019’s second day had a fiery kickoff as the Collegiate 100 and Women of Excellence held their annual battle to crown the “Hottest DJ of the South” in the Student Center Ballroom.  The competition was fierce and the crowd went wild as the ballroom  filled with samples of the competing DJ’s best playlists. Students who came out to … Continue reading Battle of the DJs – Homecoming 2019

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All About the Jaguar Marching Band

By: Lauren Barksdale | News Editor Ever wondered what it’s like to be a part of something bigger than yourself? The Jaguar Marching Band is that experience for many students here on campus. The members come from all different majors and hometowns, but on the field, they come together to make one big South Alabama Marching Band. So what all goes into being a JMB … Continue reading All About the Jaguar Marching Band

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Jaguars football to host undefeated Appalachian State Mountaineers

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor This season has given many tough tasks and matchups to the South Alabama Jaguars (1-6). This Saturday might be their toughest yet as they will host the #21 Appalachian State Mountaineers (6-0). Not only are the Mountaineers the best team in the Sun Belt Conference but they are also the highest ranked opponent the Jaguars have played or likely … Continue reading Jaguars football to host undefeated Appalachian State Mountaineers

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Spooky Night at the Student Rec Center

By: Rachel Gonzalez | Contributing Writer Last Tuesday, Oct. 15, the Student Rec Center held a “Spooky Night” event where students and the public took part in traditional Halloween festivities such as pumpkin carving and spooky board games while enjoying popcorn, hot chocolate and apple cider. “It is an event where people can come out and do something different and fun outside of the traditional … Continue reading Spooky Night at the Student Rec Center

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South Alabama Lady Jags prepare for another double-header

By: Gracie King | Contributing Writer Last weekend, the South Alabama Women’s Volleyball team traveled to Texas to face the UT Arlington Mavericks and the Texas State Bobcats on the court. The team went 1-1 for the weekend, beating the Mavericks but then losing the Bobcats. Coach Meekes-Rydell still says there were shining moments in the loss. The Jaguars bounced back from losing the first … Continue reading South Alabama Lady Jags prepare for another double-header

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Movie Night with Hallyu

By: Kayla Smith | Contributing Writer On Oct. 15, the Hallyu club hosted a movie night showcasing Korean film Sunny in the Student Center.  The club, established in Fall 2017, is dedicated to establishing a safe community in which like-minded individuals may explore Korean culture through new ways of entertainment pop culture, language learning.  Their movie of choice was a feel-good story about friends reconnecting … Continue reading Movie Night with Hallyu

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Domestic Violence Awareness

By: Jenny Biggs | Contributing Writer In our day and age, there is a huge focus on mental health. While mental health should be taken seriously, there is something else that deserves just as much attention. Something that, in turn, leads to all kinds of mental disorders. It’s the reason why some people have to wear sunglasses on a cloudy day or long sleeves in … Continue reading Domestic Violence Awareness

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Lupercalia Art Gallery: The Newest Face of Mobile Arts

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief Loda Art Walk presents local art, featured galleries, and other handcrafted ideas throughout the streets of Downtown Mobile, Alabama, on the second Friday of every month. Loda Art Walk has been a part of Mobile for over nine years and continues to generate over 1,500 visitors every month.  Loda Spooky Art Walk was on Oct. 11, 2019. Students, … Continue reading Lupercalia Art Gallery: The Newest Face of Mobile Arts

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Glass Pumpkin Patch Sale

By: Hayden Cordova | Lifestyle Editor On Oct. 17, the Glass Arts Department held their first annual Glass Pumpkin Patch Sale at the Glass Arts Building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Throughout the day, over 500 glass pumpkins hand-crafted by students and faculty alike would go on sale, with the hopes of generating enough funds to improving the glass studio’s equipment. Diana Dyer, a … Continue reading Glass Pumpkin Patch Sale

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Climbing to the Top

By: Gracie King | Contributing Writer Last Sunday, October 20th, South Alabama students competed in the second leg of the three-part Triple Crown Bouldering Series. This string of competitions is a chance for boulderers of all skill-level to compete head to head for a chance to win in their division. Different divisions are split up according to gender and skill level.  For example, a more … Continue reading Climbing to the Top

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