Jax State News
Jax State to be Closed for Normal Operations on Friday, January 10, 2025
01/09/25
Due to the National Weather Service's forecast for potential winter weather impacts, Jacksonville State University will be closed for normal operations on Friday, January 10, 2025.
01/08/25
The Shakespeare Project (TSP), part of Jacksonville State University’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences, will present William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night on January 18-19 and 24-25 at Stone Center’s Carlton Ward Mainstage.
01/07/25
Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is proud to announce its advancement to the Network Leader phase of the FirstGen Forward Network, a national initiative dedicated to enhancing the success of first-generation college students. This recognition underscores Jax State's unwavering commitment to fostering a supportive environment for first-generation students.
01/06/25
Dr. Arup Ghosh, an associate professor of computer science at Jacksonville State University (Jax State) and a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), has been elected Chair of the IEEE Alabama Section for 2025-2026. A respected leader in technology and education, Dr. Ghosh's appointment reflects his outstanding contributions to the IEEE community and his commitment to fostering innovation and professional growth across Alabama.
01/06/25
Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is excited to announce the addition of two new partners to its ever-expanding list of business partnerships: AmFirst and Birmingham OBGYN. These partnerships further underscore Jax State’s commitment to fostering meaningful collaborations that enrich the university, its partners, and the communities they serve.
12/17/24
On Monday, December 16, Jacksonville State University held its Annual Staff Awards Program in Leone Cole Auditorium, celebrating the exceptional contributions and dedicated service of Jax State staff members.
12/17/24
As part of its centennial celebration, The University of Alabama Graduate School has recognized 100 master’s and doctoral alumni who continue to “bring distinction to the Capstone and their academic programs through their many professional accomplishments,” according to the graduate school’s website. Among Graduate Centennial Scholars, two, Dr. Eric Mackey and Dr. Greg Robinson, are Jax State alumni, and another is retired Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Rebecca Turner.
12/10/24
The "ROC On" Concert is set to air on Alabama Public Television on Thursday, December 19 at 8:00 pm with a rebroadcast on Friday, December 27 at 7:30 pm, featuring the star-studded lineup of four former Jax State students turned Nashville hitmakers: Randy Owen, Jamey Johnson, Riley Green and Gordon Mote.
12/16/24
On Thursday, December 12, approximately 50 attendees, including graduates, family, friends and faculty and staff, gathered at Merrill Hall Atrium for Jacksonville State's Fall Graduation Toast.
12/13/24
In November, the Jax State Women in STEM (WIS) club performed STEM activities for fourth graders at Kitty Stone Elementary School. This is the second time the WIS has visited Kitty Stone since the club was established in 2022. Last year, club members conducted STEM activities with second graders. “They enjoyed it so much that they requested another visit this year,” said Sharifah Albraiki, assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Jax State and WIS club member.
12/13/24
Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from Jacksonville State University during its fall commencement ceremony on December 13, 2024, at Pete Mathews Coliseum.
12/10/24
The renowned Marching Southerners and Jax State Cheerleaders are set to showcase their talents across Orlando as part of an unforgettable weekend of performances. The trip starts with a performance at SeaWorld Orlando on Thursday, December 19, followed by their support of the Conference USA Champion Jax State Football Team at the StaffDNA Cure Bowl on Friday, December 20. The weekend concludes with the Southerners leading Universal Studios Florida’s Holiday Parade Featuring Macy’s on Saturday, December 21.
12/10/24
At its meeting on December 10, 2024, the Board of Trustees for the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) reaffirmed Jacksonville State University's (Jax State) accreditation for a full 10 years with no additional reports required. This decision is the highest endorsement of the university's compliance with rigorous standards of academic quality, institutional integrity, and student success.
12/09/24
The Jax State College of Education and Professional Studies has been awarded the Alabama Summer and After School Program (ASAP) grant.
12/06/24
Jacksonville State University (Jax State) proudly announces that Dr. Lori Hensley, Head of the Biology Department and Distinguished Professor of Biology, has been recognized by Business Alabama as one of seven Exceptional Educators for 2024.