Jacksonville State University News

ALAFCS Annual Conference Set for April 16–17 at Jacksonville State University
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Alabama Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (ALAFCS) will host its Annual Conference at Jacksonville State University on April 16–17, 2026,

Three Finalists Selected for Dean of Business and Industry at Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL – The search for the next Dean of the College of Business and Industry at Jacksonville State Universityis moving into its final phase,

Jacksonville State University Earns Gold Military Friendly School Designation for 2026–27
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has been recognized as a Gold Military Friendly School for the 2026–27 academic year in the small public institution

Gov. Kay Ivey Awards $135,000 in Grants to Support Law Enforcement Training Programs, Including Jacksonville State University
Montgomery, AL – Kay Ivey has awarded two grants totaling $135,000 to support training programs aimed at strengthening law enforcement efforts across Alabama, with a significant

Jax State Students Earn Multiple Awards at IEEE SoutheastCon 2026
Jacksonville, AL – Students from Jacksonville State University (Jax State) delivered a strong showing at the IEEE SoutheastCon 2026 Conference, held March 13–15 in Huntsville, Alabama,

Jacksonville State University Hosts 30th Annual Student Symposium, Recognizes Top Research and Presentations
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University held its 30th annual Student Symposium on March 6, showcasing the academic research and creative work of more than

Jacksonville State University Hosts Regional Eighteenth-Century Studies Conference
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University hosted the 2026 Southeastern Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies (SEASECS) Conference on campus from Thursday, March 5, through Saturday, March

Jacksonville State University to Host Fundraising Event Supporting Marching Southerners’ Rose Parade Journey
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University will welcome supporters of the Marching Southerners on Thursday, April 2, for a special fundraising event aimed at supporting

Jacksonville State University Launches Bachelor of Science in Aviation Program
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Aviation program, designed to prepare students for leadership

Jacksonville State University Victory Center Prepares Care Packages for Veterans in Regional Facilities
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner with JSU’s media department, more than 100 military veterans living in nursing homes and assisted living

JSU Police Report Multiple Incidents Across Campus in February 2026
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University Police responded to a variety of incidents across campus during February 2026, according to the department’s activity log. The reported

Elementary Teachers Invited to Apply for 2026 Summer Civics Seminar at Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL — Elementary teachers across Alabama are invited to apply for a professional learning opportunity this summer at Jacksonville State University (Jax State), funded

Jacksonville State Faculty Awarded $50,000 Grant to Expand STEAM Summer Camp for Area Students
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner with JSU’s media department, two faculty members from Jacksonville State University have received a $50,000 grant

Jacksonville State University Professor Named 2026 TESOL Teacher of the Year
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University Associate Professor Dr. Rashad Ahmed has been named the 2026 TESOL Teacher of the Year, the highest international recognition in

Jacksonville Nominated for USA Today 10Best “Best Small College Town,” Seeks Top Spot in 2026
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville has once again been nominated for the national USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Small College Town, placing the

Jacksonville State Athletic Training Director Dr. Chris Clark Receives 2026 Regional Education Award
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University’s commitment to preparing skilled and ethical healthcare professionals received regional recognition this month as Chris Clark, director of the university’s

Jacksonville State University, Cleburne County Chamber Formalize Partnership to Expand Education Opportunities for Local Workforce
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University and the Cleburne County Chamber of Commerce formalized a new partnership Wednesday morning aimed at expanding access to higher

Jacksonville State University to Host Annual Holocaust Remembrance Program
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner with JSU’s media department, for more than four decades, Jacksonville State University has brought together students,

Jacksonville State University Announces Yung Gravy as 2026 Spring Concert Headliner
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has announced that rapper Yung Gravy will headline the university’s 2026 Spring Concert. The event, hosted by the Student

JSU Field School to Host “Sacred Stone Structures” Archaeology Tour March 7
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The JSU Field School will host an educational workshop and guided hike titled “Archaeology Tour: Sacred Stone Structures” on Saturday, March 7,