Jacksonville State University News

Two Jacksonville State Faculty Honored at Etowah Chamber’s 2025 Excellence in Education Awards
GADSDEN, AL — Two Jacksonville State University faculty members were recognized for their outstanding contributions to education during the Etowah Chamber’s 2025 Excellence in Education

Jacksonville State University Receives $150,000 Grant to Enhance Forensic Training for Alabama Law Enforcement
Jacksonville, AL — With ongoing support from the State of Alabama, Jacksonville State University (JSU) is strengthening its commitment to law enforcement education through expanded

Gadsden State Students Earn Over $650,000 in Scholarships to Alabama Universities
GADSDEN, AL — Gadsden State Community College students are making impressive strides toward their academic and professional futures, earning more than $650,000 in scholarships to

Jacksonville State University School of Nursing Names 2025-2026 Student Ambassadors
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, Jacksonville State University’s School of Nursing has announced its new cohort of

Family Savings Credit Union Wins National Award for Jacksonville State University Financial Wellness Program
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, Family Savings Credit Union has earned national recognition for its innovative financial

Crime Reports at Jacksonville State University: April 2025
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) has released its latest campus crime and activity log in accordance with the U.S. Department of Education and

Jacksonville State University Welcomes Ranburne Native Corey Smith as New Women’s Soccer Head Coach
Jacksonville, AL — Jacksonville State University has named Corey Smith, a native of Ranburne and graduate of Ranburne High School, as the new head coach

Jacksonville State University Celebrates Future of Education with Two Major Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University marked a milestone moment for its College of Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) on Tuesday with the official ribbon

National Park Service to Continue Operations at Little River Canyon Center Beyond 2025
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University celebrates renewed commitment to education, conservation, and community engagement Jacksonville State University (JSU) was pleased to announce that the

Jacksonville State University Graphic Design Students Shine at Birmingham ADDY Awards
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner of JSU’s Media Department, Jacksonville State University’s graphic design students have once again proven their talents on

Annual ‘Out of the Shadows’ Summit Returns May 9 to Address Mental Health in Northeast Alabama
OXFORD, AL — With nearly one in five adults in the U.S. — approximately 59 million people — living with mental illness, local advocates are

Jacksonville State University Unveils “Angle Hall” Painting Honoring Dr. Christopher H. Horsfield’s Legacy
Jacksonville, AL — Jacksonville State University recently hosted a heartfelt ceremony to unveil a new painting titled Angle Hall, a tribute to the life and

Jacksonville State University PRSSA Chapter Wins Three Statewide Honors at 2025 PRSA Best of the Best Awards
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University is celebrating a major achievement by its Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Chapter, which earned three top honors

Jacksonville State University Earns National Recognition in 2025 Carnegie Classifications
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has received national distinction in the newly redesigned 2025 Carnegie Classifications, released today by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement

Jacksonville State University to Admit Graduates with Alabama’s Option B High School Diploma
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University will begin admitting students who complete Alabama’s Option B high‑school diploma pathway, following a vote of approval by the JSU

Jacksonville State University Earns Military Friendly® School Designation for 2025–26, Expands Military Tuition Rate to Include Veterans
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) has once again been recognized as a Military Friendly® School, earning the coveted 2025–26 designation for its continued

Jacksonville State University’s Kelly is a Football Hero
Jacksonville, AL – New Jacksonville State football resisted trend of nixing spring games for all of the best reasonsto fans tired of watching change overtake

Jacksonville State University Students Excel at IEEE SoutheastCon 2025 Under Leadership of Dr. Arup Ghosh
Jacksonville, AL – A group of ten Jacksonville State University students, led by Dr. Arup Ghosh, Associate Professor of Computer Science, delivered a standout performance

Jacksonville State University Breaks Ground on West Village Housing Project
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University celebrated a major milestone on Tuesday with a groundbreaking ceremony for the West Village Housing Project, a transformative student

Jacksonville State University Testing Services Earns National Certification for Excellence
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University’s Testing Services, housed within the Student Success Center, has been awarded Test Center Certification by the National College Testing Association