Jacksonville State University News
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Jacksonville State University Bids Farewell to Jack Hopper Dining Hall
Jacksonville, AL – Today marks the final day for the beloved Jack Hopper Dining Hall at Jacksonville State University, which will close its doors at 6
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Calhoun County Community Art Show Now Open
Jacksonville, AL – The Calhoun County Community Art Show is currently open to the public at the Manners Gallery in Hammond Hall. This annual event,
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Jacksonville State University Breaks Ground on Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) celebrated a significant milestone on Tuesday with the groundbreaking ceremony for the Randy Owen Center for the
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AmFirst Partners with Jacksonville State University to Rename Football Stadium
Jacksonville, AL – At a momentous gathering during Jacksonville State University’s Board of Trustees Meeting on Tuesday, a groundbreaking partnership was unveiled that will reshape
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Jacksonville State University Alum Dr. Mark Fagan Publishes Updated Edition of The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (JSU) proudly celebrates the achievements of Dr. Mark Fagan, an esteemed professor emeritus and alumnus, who recently launched the second
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Jacksonville State University Releases June 2024 Crime Report
Jacksonville, AL – In adherence to the U.S. Department of Education and The Jeanne Clery Act, Jacksonville State University (JSU) has disclosed its monthly crime statistics
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Jacksonville State University To Host Cheerleading Camps for Youth and Teens
Jacksonville, AL – Get ready for an exciting day of cheerleading at Jacksonville State University! On Thursday, July 11th, starting at 9:30 AM, JSU Cheerleading
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Jacksonville State University Professor Awarded Prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Fellowship
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) proudly announces that Dr. Daniel P. Mertens, Endowed Professor of Business Strategy in the College of Business
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The McClosky Institute of Voice Seminar to be Held at Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University is hosting an exciting event for vocal enthusiasts and professionals. From July 7th through July 10th, the McClosky Institute
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Spirit of Atlanta Drum Corps to Unveil “Creatures” Production at Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL – The Spirit of Atlanta drum corps has been hard at work at Jacksonville State University (JSU) from May 28 to June 29,
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Jacksonville State University’s Ken Grissom Honored as Small Business Advocate of the Year
Jacksonville, AL – Ken Grissom, Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Jacksonville State University (Jax State), has been named the Small Business
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Jacksonville State University Partners in Preserving Little River Canyon Rim
Fort Payne, AL – Decades after the establishment of the Little River Canyon National Preserve through Congress with authorization from President George H.W. Bush, a
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Jacksonville State University Seeks Preservation-Minded Buyer for Historic Forney Hall
Jacksonville, AL – As first reported by The Chanticleer’s Editor-in-Chief, Madeline Ricard, Jacksonville State University (JSU) has announced plans to sell the historic Forney Hall, a
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Jacksonville State University Prepares for 47th Annual Spirit Camp
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University is gearing up for its upcoming 47th Annual Spirit Camp, scheduled to run from June 18th to June 22nd.
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Jacksonville State University’s Dr. Betsy D. Gulledge Elected Chairperson of State of Alabama Association of Colleges of Nursing
Jacksonville, AL – Dr. Betsy D. Gulledge, the Chief Nursing Administrator at Jacksonville State University’s School of Nursing, has been elected as the chairperson of
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Jacksonville Marching Southerners Honor WWII Heroes at St. James American Cemetery and Sainte-Mère-Église Parade
Normandy, France — The Marching Southerners, Jacksonville State University’s renowned marching band, recently delivered a poignant performance at an official public ceremony held at St.
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Jacksonville State University Hosts Birmingham’s Beatle Tribute Band
Jacksonville, AL – Get ready to experience the magic of Beatlemania as Jacksonville State University presents Birmingham’s Beatle Tribute Band in a nostalgic musical journey.
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Jacksonville State University Welcomes Dr. Wendy L. Cash as Director of Alumni Engagement
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University (Jax State) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Wendy L. Cash as the new Director of Alumni
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Jacksonville State University Releases May 2024 Crime Report
Jacksonville, AL – In adherence to the U.S. Department of Education and The Jeanne Clery Act, Jacksonville State University (JSU) has disclosed its monthly crime statistics
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Jacksonville State University Set to Light Up Little River Canyon Center with 11th Annual Bluegrass on the Rim
Fort Payne, AL – Jacksonville State University is gearing up for its 11th annual Bluegrass on the Rim (BGOTR) event on Saturday, June 8th at