Jacksonville State University News

JSU to Host Four-Day Spirit Camp Leadership Experience in June
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University will host the Spirit Camp: A Leadership Experience from June 9–12 at Mason Hall on the university’s campus. According

Jacksonville State, Cumberland School of Law Launch Accelerated 3+3 Degree Program
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has entered into a new partnership with Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law that will allow qualified students to

JSU Trustees Approve Design for New Emergency Care and Health Center in Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University has taken a significant step toward expanding healthcare access in the Jacksonville area after its Board of Trustees approved

Jacksonville State University Opens Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts, Announces Inaugural Season
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University officially opened the Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts (ROC) on Tuesday, marking a major milestone for the

Jax State to Honor Dr. Beverly Ann Lorren Through Endowed Gifts Supporting Teacher Education and Leadership
Jacksonville, AL – Jacksonville State University announced that two major gifts honoring the legacy of educator Dr. Beverly Ann Lorren will support the future of teacher

Jacksonville State University to Launch New Entrepreneurship Degree Program in Fall 2026
Jacksonville, AL – Students at Jacksonville State University will soon have a new opportunity to develop business and innovation skills through a new Bachelor of Science

JSU Police Department Reports Multiple Incidents Across Campus in April 2026
Jacksonville, AL – The Jacksonville State University Police Department released its April 2026 crime log, detailing a range of reported incidents occurring both on and around

Jacksonville State University Opens Alabama’s First Challenger Learning Center in Rainbow City
Rainbow City, AL – Jacksonville State University, alongside regional leaders, educators, and community partners, officially celebrated the grand opening of the Jacksonville State University STEAM Institute

Jax State Police Department Adds Explosives Detection K9 to Enhance Campus Safety
Jacksonville, AL – As originally reported by Brett Buckner with JSU’s media department, the Jacksonville State University Police Department has officially welcomed a new four-legged

Jacksonville State University Awards Honorary Doctorate to Riley Green During Spring Commencement
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University awarded an honorary doctorate to country music artist Riley Green during its Spring Commencement ceremony held Thursday, April 30,

Jacksonville State University Honors Faculty Excellence at Annual Awards Program
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University recognized the accomplishments of its faculty during the annual Faculty Awards Program held April 9, highlighting achievements in teaching,

Jacksonville State University Names Dining Room in Honor of Longtime Dining Leader Scott Williams
JACKSONVILLE, AL — After nearly five decades in university dining, including 37 years at Jacksonville State University, Scott Williams is being recognized with a lasting

Jacksonville State University Earns National Recognition in Collegiate Advertising Awards
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has received national recognition for excellence in marketing and communications, earning multiple honors in the 2025 Collegiate Advertising Awards.

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

Randy Owen Center to Host Grand Opening Concert Featuring Randy Owen, Alabama, and Special Guests
JACKSONVILLE, AL — The Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts will officially open its doors with a one-night-only concert event on Wednesday, May 27,

Jacksonville Freestanding Emergency Department Receives State Approval, Construction to Begin
JACKSONVILLE, AL — RMC Health System (RMC), Jacksonville State University, the City of Jacksonville, and Developer Solutions and Facilities Development Company (DSF) have received final

Jacksonville State University Approves Flight Training Partnership for New Aviation Program
JACKSONVILLE, AL — Jacksonville State University has approved a new partnership with Sanders Flight Training Center to provide flight instruction for students enrolled in the

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