Jag Wellness Day

By: Lauren Barksdale | News Editor The Student Health Center held Jag Wellness Day, this event provided free screenings for USA students for STDs, anemia, blood sugar levels, and flu shots. Everyone gets sick sometimes, from the common cold to the flu. Here at South, the Student Health Center is always there is provide services to those who need it.  “Jag Health and Wellness Day … Continue reading Jag Wellness Day

South Alabama Jaguars (1-2) travel to face the UAB Blazers (2-0) on Saturday

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The South Alabama Jaguars (1-2) will take on their second away game this Saturday just one week before they start Sun Belt Conference play. The Jaguars will be facing off against the UAB Blazers (2-0), who have surpassed many obstacles to get to where they are now. In December 2nd of 2014, the Blazers had their football program, along … Continue reading South Alabama Jaguars (1-2) travel to face the UAB Blazers (2-0) on Saturday

Impeachment Inquiry or Not to Impeachment Inquiry?

By: Liv George | Contributing Writer Last Thursday, a House of Representatives Judiciary Committee approved the proceedings for President Donald Trump’s impeachment inquiry. However, there have been issues with semantics as members of the same House committee are not particularly attached to using the phrase “impeachment”  close to the next election cycle. The Chairman of the Judiciary Committee, Jerry Nadler, released a statement to CNN … Continue reading Impeachment Inquiry or Not to Impeachment Inquiry?

The No Judgement Zone

By: Jenny Biggs | Contributing Writer Often, it can be a comfort thing. Sometimes, can be a lazy thing. And other times, it can be  “I was running late and I didn’t have time to put together an outfit” situation. Regardless, the college classroom is a safe place for people to be themselves without judgment.  In college, you can come to class sporting just about any … Continue reading The No Judgement Zone

Glow in the Dark Jags

By: Rachel Gonzalez | Contributing Writer Last Thursday, Jaguar Productions hosted “Glow Dodgeball” at the indoor soccer court in the recreation center from 6 -8 p.m. There was music, glow-in-the-dark lights, excited shouts, and sounds of squeaky tennis-shoes that filled the student rec center. KenAndre Smiley, the Special Events Chair of Jaguar Productions, explained that the event was designed to be a “fun, stress-reliever event” for … Continue reading Glow in the Dark Jags

The Struggle is Real: Balling on a Budget

By: Diamond Taylor | Contributing Writer It’s 11 p.m. on a Friday night, the cafe is closed, your car has no gas, and your bonus bucks have run out. You’re tired, stressed, and hungry. You may regret spending $15 on that shirt instead of buying food to put in your fridge; you’re not alone.  Students know that it costs an arm and a leg to … Continue reading The Struggle is Real: Balling on a Budget

Memphis Tigers (3-0) dominate South Alabama Jaguars (1-2) 42-6

By: Micheal Hanich | Sports Editor The tough non-conference schedule for the South Alabama Jaguars football team continued last Saturday when they hosted the Memphis Tigers. For the Jaguars to win a big game, they had to win the little battles they have been playing against so far in this short season. Even though the Jaguars held a tough Tigers team through a good margin … Continue reading Memphis Tigers (3-0) dominate South Alabama Jaguars (1-2) 42-6

New Program at South for Student Veterans

By: Emily Bailey | Contributing Writer The Peer Advisors for Veteran Students, PAVE, is a new organization on South’s campus this year. The PAVE program connects incoming student veterans with other student veterans already on campus to help them navigate college life.  “The goal is to get more veteran involvement on campus,” said head PAVE peer advisor Simeon Barbour. “It’s to see them excel beyond … Continue reading New Program at South for Student Veterans

Jobs for Jags: The HIRE-A-JAG Career Fair

By: Hayden Cordova | Lifestyle Editor For many students, landing a stable career after finishing college is more difficult than some would think.  Finding the right networking channels to meet with employers and establish a strong first impression can be daunting. On Thursday, Sept. 12, South provided an easy opportunity for students of all majors to do just that: the HIREAJAG Career Fair. Held in … Continue reading Jobs for Jags: The HIRE-A-JAG Career Fair

South Alabama Jaguars (1-1) host a dangerous Memphis Tigers (2-0) team

By: Michael Hanich | Sports Editor The South Alabama Jaguars (1-1) continue their brutal non-conference schedule by hosting a potentially dangerous Memphis Tigers (2-0) team. This Tigers team made an early impression to the College Football nation when they beat the Ole Miss Rebels from the SEC with a 15-10 score. Jaguars head coach Steve Campbell and his team are not fazed by anything the … Continue reading South Alabama Jaguars (1-1) host a dangerous Memphis Tigers (2-0) team

Two Students Charged with Making Terrorist Threats on Campus

By: Sydney McDonald | Managing Editor [UPDATE Sept. 13, 2019] Since the first publication last night, new details are emerging about one of the alleged threats on campus. Students are coming forward with information about Jaleel Hughes’ arrest, claiming that it was misconstrued and was not found to be threatening by his peers. According to many students close to Hughes, the snapchat was supposedly a … Continue reading Two Students Charged with Making Terrorist Threats on Campus

Students Disappointed with New Traffic Rules

By: Ebonee Burrell | Editor in Chief USA students are not satisfied with the new traffic rules and regulations made over the summer by parking services. Changes were made to several roads and parking lots including the areas of humanities, gamma/beta, USA Traffic Circle, and North Drive.  The parking system is divided into designated zones which are effective Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m – 3:45 … Continue reading Students Disappointed with New Traffic Rules