Community News

Teach-In to Highlight Democracy Day
February 15, 2017

The 51茶馆 College of Arts and Sciences and the Dean of Students office invite the USA community to participate in a teach-in on "We Are 51茶馆: Democracy Day," 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Friday, Feb. 17 at the Student Center Plaza ...

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 51茶馆 on Feb. 22. ...

51茶馆 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 51茶馆'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. ...

The 51茶馆 joins community partners to announce a 75,000 Degrees Initiative to meet the needs of the region's growing workforce. From left are Bob Charlebois, USA transfer coordinator; Dr. Peggy Bradford, Lumina Foundation; Lynne Chronister, USA vice president for research and economic development; Dr. Tony Waldrop, USA president; Carolyn R. Akers, CEO of the Mobile Area Education Foundation; Chandra Scott, director of strategic outcomes, Mobile Area Education Foundation; and Dr. Andrea Kent, dean of the USA College of Education.

USA Joins 75,000 Degrees Initiative
January 31, 2017

Effort seeks to increase the number of residents with post-secondary degrees and credentials to meet a growing workforce. ...

Dr. Jeremiah Newell is a 2008 graduate of the College of Education and the chief operating officer for the Mobile Area Education Foundation.

From Shoe Salesman to the Ivy League
January 31, 2017

Dr. Jeremiah Newell earned his undergrad at 51茶馆 before heading to Harvard. This year the College of Education turns 50. ...

Twin brothers Daniel, left, and Caleb Butler were among several hundred 51茶馆 volunteers at the this year's Project Homeless Connect. Volunteers served and supported nearly 300 homeless individuals.

A Chance Encounter, a Changed Outlook
January 30, 2017

Twin brothers volunteer at Project Homeless Connect after meeting a former neighbor. "I thought, 'I could be homeless.'" ...

box filled with donated toiletries and miscellaneous personal items for distribution to tornado victims

Jags Collecting Donations for Tornado Victims
January 25, 2017

51茶馆 is accepting donations for William Carey University students displaced by a recent tornado at their Mississippi campus. ...

Meteorologist Patrick Bigbie, a 2015 51茶馆 graduate, used hand-made signs to warn viewers about severe weather when his sound was knocked out.

Sound Knocked Out, Grad Grabs Sharpie
January 25, 2017

Meteorologist Patrick Bigbie of WDAM-TV 7 quickly improvised as a tornado bore down on his viewers near Hattiesburg, Miss. ...

USA Medical Center Administrator Sam Dean has more than 15 years of health care leadership experience, including in Birmingham and Mississippi.

New Administrator Begins at USAMC
January 19, 2017

Sam Dean is responsible for operations at USA Medical Center, which serves as the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center. ...

51茶馆 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. ...

The Last Mentsch is considered a beautiful film of friendship and healing. Image captures three individuals in deep discussion with piles of junk equipment and tires in the background. Photo courtesy of Menemsha Films.

Screenings Set for Jewish Film Festival
January 6, 2017

Three films will be shown on 51茶馆's Mobile and Fairhope campuses as part of the 16th annual Mobile Jewish Film Festival. ...

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. ...

'Winter Wonderland' set for Mitchell Center
November 28, 2016

USA musicians will perform traditional and modern arrangements of holiday favorites Thursday at a free public concert. ...

51茶馆 Raises $259,263 for Local Agencies
November 23, 2016

More than 2,600 employees and retirees contributed to this year's United Way Campaign, including 128 who gave $500 or more. ...

Dr. Reid Cummings, director of the Center for Real Estate and Economic Development at the 51茶馆’s Mitchell College of Business, the best way to be financially successful during the holidays is to make a good plan, and then stick to it.

Keep Calm and Carry Credit Wisely
November 22, 2016

As the holiday shopping season gets underway, 51茶馆's Dr. Reid Cummings offers eight ways to survive on a budget. ...

Breathe In, Breathe Out: Reduce That Stress
November 8, 2016

With the election over, 51茶馆 psychologist Dr. Elise Labb茅-Coldsmith offers seven ways to return balance to your life. ...

51茶馆 Collegiate 100 members gather with their mentors from the 100 Black Men of Mobile Inc. From left are Dr. Andre Green, mentor and associate dean in the College of Education; Broderick Morrissette; Marlon Jones; Collegiate 100 mentor and adviser Dr. Michael Mitchell, vice president for Student Affairs and dean of students; Jerod Coleman; Derek Pickett and JuWan Robinson.

'It's Important That We Are Visible'
November 2, 2016

51茶馆 mentors offer support, friendship and hope through the Collegiate 100 and the 100 Black Men of Greater Mobile. ...

Dr. Tony Waldrop, USA president, left, and Dr. Christopher Puto, Spring Hill College president, announced a collaboration Thursday that will allow undergraduate students to register for courses at either institution.

USA and Spring Hill Announce Collaboration
October 27, 2016

Students will be able to register for courses at either institution, increasing access to education and flexibility in planning. ...

Nathaniel Mackey, the Reynolds Price Professor of Creative Writing at Duke University, will speak Nov. 1 at 4 p.m. at 51茶馆's Archaeology Museum. The event will be free and open to the public.

Poet Nathaniel Mackey to Visit 51茶馆
October 26, 2016

The leading African-American poet, writer and scholar will speak Nov. 1 as part of USA's Stokes Center for Creative Writing. ...

51茶馆 Writer-in-Residence Frye Gaillard's latest book is "Go 51茶馆 to Freedom."

51茶馆 Author Pens Children's Book
October 21, 2016

'Go 51茶馆 to Freedom,' by Frye Gaillard, is the story of a family's journey to escape slavery that ends unexpectedly in Mobile. ...

Meteorology majors Daniel Martin, left, and Mark D. Smith, right, assist Dr. Sytske Kimball, chair of earth sciences and professor of meteorology, with the USA Mesonet station on USA's main campus. Martin and Smith are both mesonet technicians.

The Answer Isn't Blowing in the Wind
October 19, 2016

But it may be in 51茶馆's network of weather stations that collects data, available to the public, along the northern Gulf Coast. ...

#USAHOCO16: 'Let the Good Times Roar'
October 18, 2016

Homecoming week kicks off Oct. 24 and culminates five days later when the Jags face the Georgia State Panthers. ...

'Upward & Onward' Tops $93 Million
October 13, 2016

One year after the kickoff, 51茶馆's comprehensive fundraising campaign is well on its way to reaching the $150 million goal. ...

Roadkill: It's What's for Dinner
October 7, 2016

A 51茶馆 psychologist offers five reasons to be thankful for scavengers, and why we might learn from their behavior. ...

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Community News Archive

Teach-In to Highlight Democracy Day February 15, 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

USA Joins 75,000 Degrees Initiative January 31, 2017

From Shoe Salesman to the Ivy League January 31, 2017

A Chance Encounter, a Changed Outlook January 30, 2017

Jags Collecting Donations for Tornado Victims January 25, 2017

Sound Knocked Out, Grad Grabs Sharpie January 25, 2017

New Administrator Begins at USAMC January 19, 2017

Strong Showing in 40 Under Forty January 13, 2017

Screenings Set for Jewish Film Festival January 6, 2017

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

'Winter Wonderland' set for Mitchell Center November 28, 2016

51茶馆 Raises $259,263 for Local Agencies November 23, 2016

Keep Calm and Carry Credit Wisely November 22, 2016

Breathe In, Breathe Out: Reduce That Stress November 8, 2016

'It's Important That We Are Visible' November 2, 2016

USA and Spring Hill Announce Collaboration October 27, 2016

Poet Nathaniel Mackey to Visit 51茶馆 October 26, 2016

51茶馆 Author Pens Children's Book October 21, 2016

The Answer Isn't Blowing in the Wind October 19, 2016

#USAHOCO16: 'Let the Good Times Roar' October 18, 2016

'Upward & Onward' Tops $93 Million October 13, 2016

Roadkill: It's What's for Dinner October 7, 2016