By: Parker Roach | Contributing Writer OPINION The process of quarantine was similar for all students. At first, we were shocked and in denial, wondering how we were going to be able to transition to online classes for a whole month. Now, all of a sudden, most of us are displaced, being “trapped” in our hometowns until August. One minute, we are taking a full … Continue reading Staying Productive During Quarantine
By: Kenyan Carter | Contributing Writer The impact of the Coronavirus pandemic has been staggering. In the U.S. confirmed cases have reached over 250,000 with a death toll over 6,000, according to the John Hopkins University virus research center. COVID-1919 is also negatively impacting the economy with a record number of people out of work. In March, more than 10 million Americans lost their jobs … Continue reading How does the Coronavirus Stimulus Package Affect Students?
By Sydney McDonald | Managing Editor OPINION Listen… We know that you’re extremely bored, so are we. The last two weeks of social distancing have been hard for most, especially those who have lost jobs, had classes canceled, and had their whole routines changed. I also know you are tired of hearing the same stories over and over again, but it needs to be said. … Continue reading Self-Isolation Tips: Making the best out of a hard time
By: Hayden Cordova | Lifestyle Editor With the latest CDC and government guidelines regarding the coronavirus, pandemic comes countless changes to how many people, businesses, and companies conduct their affairs. Many have been forced to adjust in a short amount of time, and few as quickly as the film and streaming industries. The coronavirus crisis has raised the question as to how these two industries … Continue reading Theaters, Streaming, and Coronavirus: How the Way We Watch Has Changed
By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The sports world has been impacted drastically by the effects of COVID-19, aka the Coronavirus. March is usually a time for some of sports’ most anticipated events like the start of baseball season and the NCAA Men’s and Women’s National Basketball Tournament. Just when the world of college sports was getting to be busy, the impact of the coronavirus … Continue reading COVID-19’s Impact on South Alabama’s Winter and Spring Sports
By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief Not all heroes wear capes, in this case, they are dealing with panicked customers in the middle of a pandemic. The novel coronavirus outbreak has affected every U.S. state and shut down nearly all businesses in the country–except for grocery stores. With the fear of grocery stores eventually closing, shoppers are crowding stores and stocking up on necessities … Continue reading Thank you, grocery store workers
By: Sydney McDonald | Managing Editor South Alabama students, along with most of the world, have had their lives turned upside down in the last week in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. With the campus-wide shutdown, many students have had to return to their homes leaving behind friends, jobs, classes and much more. Students who lived on campus are required to move out soon, as … Continue reading Students displaced after campus shutdown
By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor It was ‘do or die’ time for the South Alabama Jaguars men’s basketball team last Tuesday night in their regular-season finale. The Jaguars (19-11; 12-7 in Sun Belt Conference play) hosted the Texas State Bobcats (20-10; 13-6) in the Mitchell Center. The Jaguars were putting an eight-game win streak on the line on Tuesday. Both the Jaguars and the … Continue reading USA men’s basketball beats Texas State 58-54 on Senior Night; ready for the conference tournament
By: Christian Hinkel | Contributing Writer For the second time this season, the South Alabama Women’s basketball team fell to the hands of the Troy Trojans last Saturday in the double-header with Troy. The Jaguars held a tight game against the Trojans, who had the far superior winning record. Despite the loss, the Jaguars put up a four-quarter fight and gave the Trojans all they … Continue reading Women’s Jags Basketball loses in comeback from Troy Trojans 77-73
By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor March Madness is coming. With the madness comes the chase for every teams’ two important goals, a conference tournament championship and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament. The South Alabama men’s basketball team has come a long way from underperforming expectations at the beginning of the season to account for six straight wins with four of them on the … Continue reading South Alabama men’s basketball dominates Troy; ready to face Texas State
By: Parker Roach | Contributing Writer OPINION “I’m just going across campus.” The quote above may not be said aloud, but it is often thought by students as they get in their cars with the intent of driving to one of their classes or to an organization. The idea of “casual driving” is one that is prevalent in today’s society. The Association for Safe International … Continue reading Eyes on the Road
By: Lauren Barksdale | News Editor Many people are familiar with the iconic story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and USA theatre students are no different. The past two weekends, Thursday through Saturday, have boasted showings of the play version of this twisted tale. Showings began at 7:30 pm with a Saturday matinee showing at 2 p.m. This play was based on the novella … Continue reading Jekyll and Hyde: A Night of Intrigue
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