Jacksonville State University Announces 2026 Alumni of the Year Honorees
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has announced four graduates selected for its 2026 Alumni of the Year Awards, recognizing accomplishments in education, business, military service and continued involvement with the university. The honorees are Anthony Kingston, Alumnus of the Year; Claudette Smith, Alumna of the Year; Viachaslau “Slava” Katliarou, Young Alum of the Year; and […]
AmFirst Receives Three National Marketing Awards, Including Recognition for Jacksonville State Partnership
BIRMINGHAM, AL — AmFirst has received three national marketing awards from the Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC), recognizing the credit union’s work in video production, community engagement and partnership marketing. The Birmingham-based credit union earned one Silver Award and two Bronze Awards in the 2026 MAC Awards competition. All three honors were awarded in the […]
Jacksonville State University Dedicates Scott Williams Dining Room in Recognition of 47-Year Career
JACKSONVILLE, AL – Jacksonville State University officially dedicated the Scott Williams Dining Room during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, October 14, recognizing Williams’ 47-year career in university dining services, including 37 years serving his alma mater. The dedication, made possible through a gift from Sodexo, recognizes Williams’ contributions to campus dining operations and his longstanding […]
Jacksonville City Schools Board Approves Energy Efficiency Upgrades, Roadway Paving Contribution
JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville City Board of Education approved an amendment to an energy savings contract, authorized funding for roadway improvements near Kitty Stone Elementary School and recognized two students during its Tuesday, October 20, 2026, meeting. The meeting included a presentation outlining planned improvements at Jacksonville High School, including upgrades to the cafeteria […]
Jax State Student Cole Bridges Receives National Fellowship for Commitment to First-Year Student Success
JACKSONVILLE, AL — As originally reported by Brett Buckner with JSU’s media department, Jacksonville State University sophomore Cole Bridges has been named a recipient of the Jordan Smith Undergraduate Student Fellowship, a national recognition honoring college students who demonstrate leadership and a commitment to improving the first-year college experience. The fellowship is awarded annually by […]
Jacksonville State University Names Eight Recipients of 2026 Honors Scholarship
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has announced eight recipients of its 2026 Honors Scholarship, a competitive academic award that provides four years of financial support to selected students. The scholarship covers tuition, housing, a meal plan and books for four years. Each year, eight high school seniors are selected based on academic performance, leadership […]
Jacksonville City Council Approves Property Purchase Agreement, Public Safety Funding, Service Contracts and Personnel Changes
JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville City Council addressed municipal operations, public safety, property acquisition, service agreements and personnel matters during its October 12, 2026, work session and regular council meeting. The council approved several agreements, including a $4,500-per-month communications services contract, a property purchase agreement involving $1.15 million in city funding, and an ordinance establishing […]
Four Jax State Education Students Participate in National Civic Education Workshop in Philadelphia
Jacksonville, AL – As orgainlly reported by Brett Buckener with JSU’s media department, four Jacksonville State University senior secondary education students participated in the National Constitution Center’s inaugural preservice teacher professional development workshop in Philadelphia this summer, joining future educators from across the country to explore civic education, classroom instruction and professional development. Emma Brown, […]
Jacksonville State University and Central Alabama Community College Sign Agreement to Expand Transfer Opportunities
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University and Central Alabama Community College (CACC) have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at expanding transfer opportunities, simplifying enrollment procedures and increasing access to scholarship support for students pursuing bachelor’s degrees. Jax State President Dr. Don C. Killingsworth Jr. and CACC President Jeff Lynn signed the agreement […]
Jacksonville State’s Jax MIX Receives National Award for General Education Innovation
JACKSONVILLE, AL. — Jacksonville State University has received national recognition for its Jax MIX general education program, earning the 2026 Exemplary General Education Program Award from the Association for General and Liberal Studies. Jax State was one of two institutions nationwide selected for the award this year. The recognition highlights Jax MIX and the university’s […]