Academics News

Hospitality, Tourism Leaders to Focus on Workforce
March 1, 2017

The University of South Alabama's Hospitality & Tourism Workforce Summit will be held March 5-6. ...

Avoiding Money Pitfalls in College
February 24, 2017

Seven ways for students to find sound financial footing. Prepare for your car to break down and for retirement. ...

In spring 2014, student enrollment in chemistry was 2,152. This semester, 350 more students are enrolled. New labs will help meet increased demand.

Perfect Chemistry: New Labs for Freshmen
February 17, 2017

A $3.5 million renovation at the newly named Science Laboratory Building doubles the capacity for in-demand classes. ...

Teach-In to Highlight Democracy Day
February 15, 2017

The University of South Alabama College of Arts and Sciences and the Dean of Students office invite the USA community to participate in a teach-in on "We Are South: Democracy Day," 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Friday, Feb. 17 at the Student Center Plaza ...

South Launches "Global USA" Program
February 10, 2017

The new office will consolidate services for international students and provide new opportunities to create global engagement. ...

Internationally recognized archaeologist Dr. Robert Kelly of the University of Wyoming will speak at USA on Feb. 22.

Leading Archaeologist to Discuss Our 'Fifth Beginning'
February 8, 2017

Internationally recognized archaeologist Dr. Robert Kelly of the University of Wyoming will speak at South on Feb. 22. ...

South theatre students Aryn Carr, Malcolm Hayden and Kaylee Pulliam rehearse for Theatre USA’s production of 'The Fabulous Fable Factory,' which will run Feb. 10-18 at the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center..

'Fabulous Fables' in Footlights at Theatre USA
February 3, 2017

'The Fabulous Fable Factory' runs Feb. 10-18 at the Laidlaw Performing Arts Center on South's campus. ...

Dr. Sandra Stenson, professor of chemistry, worked at Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Cambridge, Massachusetts, as a research scientist after earning her doctorate.

A Lot Goes Into Such a Little Pill
February 2, 2017

So how do drug makers cram your meds into that small space? It's complex, and not cheap, says Professor Dr. Sandra Stenson. ...

Recipients of internal funding grants for TeamUSA projects are, from left, Dr. Zoya Khan, associate professor of Spanish; Kimberly Jordan, MSN, RN, instructor of adult health nursing; Colleen Lynch, MSN, RN, CNL, instructor of adult health nursing; Dr. Phil Carr, Chief Calvin McGhee Endowed Professor of Native American Studies and professor of anthropology; Dr. Debra Swanzy, RN, assistant professor of adult health nursing; and Dr. Elizabeth Allison, assistant professor of leadership and teacher education. Not pictured: Dr. Theresa Wright, RN, vice chair and associate professor of adult health nursing.

Seven Faculty Members Receive TeamUSA Awards
January 27, 2017

Faculty members will use internal grants for projects enhancing South's team-based learning program, TeamUSA. ...

Junior anthropology majors Shaunna Goetz, left, and Antonia Carter recently visited the United Arab Emirates to do preliminary research on ancient bones, which have since been sent to South for a long-term study.

South Archaeologists Travel to the UAE
January 24, 2017

The all-female team led by Dr. Lesley Gregoricka sent back ancient bones for a long-term study on how people lived and died. ...

Dr. Jung-Hyun Kim, Ph.D., left, a post-doctoral fellow, and Dr. Erin Ahn, Ph.D., associate professor of Oncologic Sciences at the University of South Alabama Mitchell Cancer Institute, collected and analyzed the clinical features of 20 unrelated patients who shared a developmental delay and intellectual disability, and narrowed down which genes are closely related to brain development.

Cancer Research Leads to Syndrome Discovery
January 23, 2017

The findings by two USA Mitchell Cancer Institute researchers ends a New York family's search for their daughter's diagnosis. ...

Phiwat Klomkaew, left, a junior chemical engineering major, and Kevin Ingles, a junior math and physics major, will present scientific papers at the 94th Alabama Academy of Sciences annual meeting.

Undergrad Experiences, Ph.D. Expectations
January 19, 2017

Two USA juniors will present papers at the Alabama Academy of Sciences annual meeting next month on South's campus. ...

Gold Humanism Honor Society Members Selected
January 19, 2017

Ten medical students, three residents and one faculty member have been named to the USA Chapter of Gold Humanism Honor Society. ...

Dr. Don Mosley, professor of management in the Mitchell College of Business and executive director of the college’s Melton Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, said corporate tax reform, economic stimulation and deregulation would help small businesses thrive.

Good News For Small Businesses?
January 18, 2017

The backbone of America's economy could get a boost if President-elect Donald Trump and Congress do these three things. ...

Ashlyn Cohen, left, and Lydia Turner help lead a session on the Declaration of Independence and equality during Monday's 'teach-in' held in commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Freedom, Equality Focus of 'Teach-In'
January 17, 2017

The student-organized forum included a robust discussion and dissection of wording in the Declaration of Independence. ...

South staff recognized in 40 under Forty.

Strong Showing in 40 Under Forty
January 13, 2017

Faculty, staff and alumni representing both academics and health care join Mobile Bay magazine's annual leaders list. ...

Through her job, Kelsey Ramirez finds ways to help teens who are dealing with issues such as substance abuse, emotional illness or criminal charges. The goal is to provide outpatient care so they can continue living with family at home rather than being sent to residential treatment programs or state detention.

Internship Leads to New Perspective
January 11, 2017

Kelsey Ramirez had resolved against working with children. That was until she found her calling at a child welfare agency. ...

During her training at the State Police Academy in Selma, Ala., Ashton Pennington was awarded the prestigious “Leadership Award.”

South Grad's Office Has Four Wheels
January 9, 2017

Ashton Pennington, an officer with South's Police Department, was a javelin thrower and Student Auxiliary officer at USA. ...

SOLD! First Preparation, then the Pitch
January 4, 2017

Business students analyzed local commercial properties and, as part of their grade, presented to Mobile real estate leaders. ...

Yolanda L. Lewis is the court administrator/chief administrative officer for the Superior Court of Fulton County Georgia in the Atlanta Judicial Circuit, and 5th Judicial Administrative District.

Bringing Order to the Court in Atlanta
December 14, 2016

Yolanda Lewis '00, '02 manages 300 people and a $24.5 million budget as Superior Court of Fulton County, Ga., administrator. ...

Dr. Craig Pearce, Ben May Distinguished Professor in the USA Mitchell College of Business, pioneered the management technique of shared leadership after working as a consultant in Great Britain.

Meet 'Mr. Shared Leadership'
December 12, 2016

Dr. Craig Pearce says companies should rethink their management structure to increase efficiency, productivity and profit. ...

While searching for a teaching job after graduating, Robert Bennie Warren said he will continue to work on his fourth book. Titled “Archetype,” it centers around a female child soldier in Africa with super powers.

Author Writing His Next Chapter — and Book
December 5, 2016

With two degrees and three published books, Robert Bennie Warren plans to teach, write and, perhaps, work on a doctorate. ...

Robin Campbell, who after a little more than two years at South is set to receive her undergraduate degree, plans to pursue her master’s degree in industrial organizational psychology.

From a Challenging Start, a Fast Finish
December 5, 2016

Abandoned in China and raised by her adopted grandparents, Robin Campbell finishes her degree in a little more than two years. ...

Retired in 1998, Dr. Robert Barrow remains a familiar face around campus, where he takes a daily walk with his wife, Margot; daughter, Audrey; and Bucky the Boston terrier.

His Mentorship Led to an Internship, Career
December 5, 2016

Retired Vice Admiral William 'Dean' Lee credits Dr. Robert Barrow with guiding him from mall watcher to homeland protector. ...

Engineering student Yousef Omar, right, and Dr. Sumit Arora, instructor in the College of Engineering's Core Facility, examine a silver wire magnified 200 times with the University's scanning electron microscope. Silver nanoparticles are a key ingredient in their research efforts regarding sunscreens and other biomedical applications.

In Search of a Safer Sunscreen
December 1, 2016

Undergrad Yousef Omar describes his 'insanely awesome' research on a more effective sun blocker using silver nanoparticles. ...

Academics News Archive

Hospitality, Tourism Leaders to Focus on Workforce March 1, 2017

Avoiding Money Pitfalls in College February 24, 2017

Perfect Chemistry: New Labs for Freshmen February 17, 2017

Teach-In to Highlight Democracy Day February 15, 2017

South Launches "Global USA" Program February 10, 2017

Leading Archaeologist to Discuss Our 'Fifth Beginning' February 8, 2017

'Fabulous Fables' in Footlights at Theatre USA February 3, 2017

A Lot Goes Into Such a Little Pill February 2, 2017

Seven Faculty Members Receive TeamUSA Awards January 27, 2017

South Archaeologists Travel to the UAE January 24, 2017

Cancer Research Leads to Syndrome Discovery January 23, 2017

Undergrad Experiences, Ph.D. Expectations January 19, 2017

Gold Humanism Honor Society Members Selected January 19, 2017

Good News For Small Businesses? January 18, 2017

Freedom, Equality Focus of 'Teach-In' January 17, 2017

Strong Showing in 40 Under Forty January 13, 2017

Internship Leads to New Perspective January 11, 2017

South Grad's Office Has Four Wheels January 9, 2017

SOLD! First Preparation, then the Pitch January 4, 2017

Bringing Order to the Court in Atlanta December 14, 2016

Meet 'Mr. Shared Leadership' December 12, 2016

Author Writing His Next Chapter — and Book December 5, 2016

From a Challenging Start, a Fast Finish December 5, 2016

His Mentorship Led to an Internship, Career December 5, 2016

In Search of a Safer Sunscreen December 1, 2016