2019 Mobile Heart Walk

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief On Oct. 5, The American Heart Association held its annual Mobile Heart Walk at the University of South Alabama. The community joined together to walk to help raise money and awareness of heart disease across the nation. Over 300 walkers participated in this year’s walk. The community came out to enjoy several activities which included music, games, face … Continue reading 2019 Mobile Heart Walk

South Alabama Jaguars (1-4) loses at Louisiana-Monroe (2-2) 30-17

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor A revitalized South Alabama Jaguars felt good all week preparing for their first Sun Belt Conference at the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks this past Saturday. It was a tough stretch for both teams leading up to the matchup with their tough non-conference schedules. South Alabama started off strong on their first drive with a three-yard touchdown run from quarterback Cephus Johnson. … Continue reading South Alabama Jaguars (1-4) loses at Louisiana-Monroe (2-2) 30-17

South Alabama and Lousiana-Monroe look to get their first Sun Belt win of 2019

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor It’s a brand-new season for the South Alabama Jaguars (1-3) as they start Sun Belt Conference play this Saturday. They will travel to face the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks (1-2), who also start their conference play this Saturday. The Jaguars have faced a brutal schedule with tough losses to Nebraska, Memphis, and UAB. The Warhawks have also encountered highly difficult non-conferences … Continue reading South Alabama and Lousiana-Monroe look to get their first Sun Belt win of 2019

Changes to USA Main Campus Street Names

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief Due to the opening of Hancock Whitney Stadium, The University of South Alabama’s Board of Trustees approved name changes to several streets on the university’s main campus.  Scott Weldon, Vice President of Finance and Administration, explained how different street names will be easier to help guide people who have never been on campus. Hancock Whitney Stadium will bring … Continue reading Changes to USA Main Campus Street Names

Jaguars players and coaches talk about the final preparations for Jackson State

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The loss to the Nebraska Cornhuskers last Saturday was not the start the South Alabama Jaguars wanted for the 2019 College Football season. This was despite a close 35-21 score than what the experts were to believe. The Jaguars encountered many positive goals in the game against Nebraska but not enough to secure an upset. Even with the 0-1 … Continue reading Jaguars players and coaches talk about the final preparations for Jackson State

The University of South Alabama: Home Away From Home

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

Hancock Whitney Stadium Shows Progress

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief Hancock Whitney Stadium is on time and on budget for the Fall 2020 football season for the South Alabama Jaguars according to administration officials. Several amenities will be added to the site including LED lights, Wi-Fi in designated areas, elevators accessible to all levels, universal ADA seating, an apparel store with jag gear and more. The stadium will … Continue reading Hancock Whitney Stadium Shows Progress

Nick Lawkis Named Executive Director for Government Relations

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief The University of South Alabama has named Nick Lawkis to the position of executive director for USA’s Office of Government Relations. Lawkis has served in several roles in USA’s Office of Development and Alumni Relations from 2011 to 2015. He has been associate director since 2015 and was named interim executive director in February. Lawkis has an undergraduate … Continue reading Nick Lawkis Named Executive Director for Government Relations

Hancock Whitney Stadium to Serve Alcohol

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief Ladd-Peebles Stadium, USA’s current home football stadium, serves alcohol at home games to students and fans that are over the age of 21. Hancock Whitney Stadium will be South Alabama’s first football stadium that will open in Fall 2020. The University of South Alabama is a “dry” campus, simply meaning alcohol sales are not allowed to be sold … Continue reading Hancock Whitney Stadium to Serve Alcohol

Board of Trustees Introduce Student Payment Plan

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief The University of South Alabama Board of Trustees approved the decision to create a payment plan for students along with no increase in tuition for the 2019-2020 school year. USA students will now have the option to pay off their account bill including tuition, fees, and housing and dining rates throughout the semester. The student payment plan will … Continue reading Board of Trustees Introduce Student Payment Plan