Jax State News
A Cappella Choir to compete in annual German festival and tour Europe in 2027
09/28/26
Jacksonville State University’s A Cappella Choir will compete in the 14th annual International Johannes Brahms Choir Festival and Competition in Wernigerode, Germany, May 19 - 23, 2027. Before the competition, the choir will tour Europe, performing concerts in Prague, Czechia, and Leipzig, Germany.
09/22/26
Jacksonville State University has announced its inaugural class of 22 Under 40 Young Alumni. The new recognition program honors Jax State graduates under the age of 40 who have distinguished themselves through professional achievement, leadership, service and engagement with their communities and the university. The number 22 honors Jax State’s founding on Feb. 22, 1883.
09/17/26
Local artist Nanda Patel's commissioned work joins two mixed-media pieces in a collection celebrating Jax State's history, architecture and mission
09/10/26
Jacksonville State University has set a new all-time enrollment record for the sixth consecutive year, continuing an unprecedented stretch of record-setting growth.
09/15/26
Two students from Jacksonville State University's College of Health Professions and Wellness recently completed the LEAD (Leadership, Education and Development) Program, a partnership between the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center and Jacksonville State University that helps students develop leadership skills, build professional networks, and gain a deeper understanding of the Calhoun County community.
09/08/26
Gift recognizes couple’s lasting impact on generations of International House students.
09/04/26
Two agreements provide streamlined transfer routes into Jax State’s Bachelor of Social Work program.
09/04/26
Jax State senior uses her Thrive Together initiative to expand access to mental and physical health resources for young people.
08/28/26
As part of the year-long commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the birth of America, Jacksonville State University's American Democracy Project and the Judge Frank M. Johnson, Jr. Institute will host a special panel examining the significance of the Declaration of Independence and reflecting on 250 years of the American republic
08/28/26
Milestone comes as first Aviation students begin classes and applications open for Commercial Aviation program
08/25/26
One of 35 educators worldwide selected for Innovation Academy, Taylor is developing a new approach to student AI use
08/24/26
Jax State's Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts (ROC) is excited to announce that Good Witch/Bad Witch will be performed on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m
08/18/26
Dr. Burgett, Coordinator of Clinical Education and Associater Professor in Jacksonville State University’s Master’s in Athletic Training program, has been named the Outstanding Teacher in the Graduate/Postgraduate category of the Anatomage Teacher Awards, sponsored by Anatomage Inc
08/21/26
Center for Leadership and American Principles equips 43 educators from across Alabama with resources to bring primary sources and civic education into their classrooms
08/21/26
Four employees receive annual staff awards as University recognizes 86 employees for service milestones .