Academics News Archive
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Pathway USA Gets National Recognition
The program that improves access among two-year college students to a degree at South receives Gates Foundation funding. ...
June 5, 2017 -
A Paris Primer: What Happens Now?
Following the U.S. exit from the Paris Agreement, South's Dr. Scott Glaberman says there are five things you should know. ...
June 2, 2017 -
6 Ways to Avert the Next WannaCry
What you should know, and what South's School of Computing is doing, to ward off malware and other disruptive cyber attacks. ...
May 26, 2017 -
South, Children Leave Imprint at Playground
Tony Wright, two of his students and hundreds of children create ceramic handprint tiles for display at Medal of Honor Park. ...
May 23, 2017 -
Arriving at USA by Way of the NFL
Jeremy Towns traded in shoulder pads for a white medical coat to join his new teammates in South's College of Medicine. ...
May 19, 2017 -
South Employees, Retirees Raise $720K
The Employee and Retiree Annual Fund is part of South's Upward & Onward comprehensive fundraising campaign. ...
May 16, 2017 -
'Advocacy' Highlights Public Speaking Contest
Thirty-one 9th-12th graders from five local schools participated in the contest at the University of South Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½. ...
May 11, 2017 -
The Waterman Globe Makes Its Return
After being draped off for repairs for more than a year, South's traditional photo backdrop at Commencement is back. ...
May 10, 2017 -
'Learning Should be a Lifelong Activity'
Retiring professor Dr. Doug Haywick walked across the stage at the Mitchell Center to earn his second bachelor's degree. ...
May 9, 2017 -
A Pinch Hitter With a Double Bass
Before arriving at South, Rod Newsome was mostly self-taught. He's since played twice with the Mobile Symphony Orchestra. ...
May 9, 2017 -
South Graduates' 'Bittersweet' Moment
The University recognized more than 2,200 degree candidates at two ceremonies, 50 years after USA's first commencement. ...
May 6, 2017 -
Two Countries, Two Stages, One Concert
South faculty will play with elementary school students in China via live stream in a May 11 free concert open to the public. ...
May 3, 2017 -
Shelby Hall Beat Out Cornell, Caltech
Mikayla Walters chose South for engineering after visiting campus. She will stay for her master's after a layover in Chile. ...
May 1, 2017 -
'Humbled by Her Experience'
Winifred George watched the compassion of nurses when her grandmother died. Now she wants to help bring life into the world. ...
May 1, 2017 -
New Degree Programs for New Graduates
Master of science degrees will be awarded in sports management, along with marine conservation and resource management. ...
May 1, 2017 -
Commissioner, Diplomat to Address Graduates
Mobile's Merceria Ludgood and the EU's David O'Sullivan will speak during Spring Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 6. ...
April 27, 2017 -
Innovative Teaching Strategies Focus of Conference
The deadline to register for the University of South Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½'s Conference on Teaching and Learning is Wednesday, April 26. ...
April 24, 2017 -
$100 Million and Counting
The University of South Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ reaches a milestone in its $150 million 'Upward & Onward' fundraising campaign. ...
April 24, 2017 -
Expanding Access to Education, Opportunity
Abraham Mitchell, whose generous gift initiated a $50 million scholarship initiative, meets with several grateful recipients. ...
April 24, 2017 -
Rural Medicine Practice Made Possible
The DeBakey Foundation has provided the USA College of Medicine more than $2 million to support academic scholarships. ...
April 24, 2017 -
A French Opera on the Gulf Coast
Students take the stage for this weekend's 'La Vie Parisienne,' complete with a saucy millionaire and can-can dancing. ...
April 20, 2017 -
In Darkness, Colors Shine Bright
South graduate Ricky Trione's medium was pen and ink. When he lost his sight, Trione thought he'd lost art, too. ...
April 14, 2017 -
South Heads to National Cyber Defense Finals
Members of DayZero advance after winning the top slot in the Southeast Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition. ...
April 12, 2017 -
Comic Romp Closes Theatre USA Season
Theatre USA will present the classic farce, 'A Flea in Her Ear,' April 14-22. Tickets are on sale. ...
April 4, 2017 -
Stop What You're Doing and Be Awesome
Chemical engineering major Benjamin Siu takes his mentor's advice, and is awarded a Goldwater Scholarship along the way. ...
April 7, 2017