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15 Reasons Why The University of South Alabama Is The Best

"We are the heart and soul of the place we call South— a whole that is greater because of the sum of its parts".

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15 Reasons Why The University of South Alabama Is The Best
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1. Mobile is a beautiful city. It's full of beautiful scenery, exciting traditions, and some of the most amazing people you could ever meet. It's a growing city with opportunities for everyone! Mobile provides a wonderful home to The University of South Alabama.

2. The Students. If you've ever attended a South Alabama football game, went to a Jaguar Productions event, or even attended a service event with any organization on campus, it's very clear that the spirit is alive and well with the jags!

3. It's a great school for leaders. South Alabama is still developing traditions and looking for ways to make our campus the best it can possibly be. South is home to some of the finest leadership across any college campus. The SGA truly makes a massive difference at South Alabama and is full of fresh ideas to help South grow.

4. Having a degree from the University of South Alabama truly means something. Many of the academic programs here are competitive and selective, and being considered University of South Alabama alumni will be an honor! Even with the degree programs that are less selective, being a graduate of South Alabama is something to be proud of. The education offered at South Alabama really is one of a kind!

5. The buildings on campus are incredibly nice. The student center is a beautiful place to chill out or study, the recreation center has a rock wall and a built in smoothie cafe, and our library has a Starbucks located at the entrance. The buildings provide a nice atmosphere for anyone to focus on school or just have fun with their friends!

6. There's a club for everyone. From Greek life to Professional Honor Societies for almost every major, students can find themselves involved. There's faith-based clubs, workout classes, intermurals, art club, creative writing, a fishing club, and there's even a board game club. Seriously- you won't have a problem making friends at South.

7. The professors really care. Most of my professors will go the extra mile to help you understand and succeed in your classes. There's plenty of extra credit opportunities and the advising center at South Alabama will help you find a student tutor that can really help you understand any complicated material in any subject. South Alabama wants you to grow and succeed.

8. The Jag family is always there for each other. Groups on campus have come together for several different purposes. When Baton Rouge flooded in August, South Alabama students came together and collected thousands of materials to give to those in need. The Jags are always there to help one another.

9. Students can seriously make a difference on campus. The administration at South is always looking for ways to make our campus a better place and I assure you that your voice will always be heard.

10. There are service projects everywhere. Groups on campus volunteer at Habitat for Humanity, local orphanages, canned food drives, Keep Mobile Beautiful, Coastal Cleanup, and hundreds of other service projects and charity events. Not only does service make you feel good inside, but it makes the world around you a better place. Go Jags!

11. There are coffee shops everywhere. Of course you can always find a Starbucks, but there's also plenty of local coffee shops in Mobile! If you're in the area, try Satori, Carpe Diem, or Serda's, just to name a few.

12. Southern hospitality is a big deal. People around south are willing to do almost anything to make you feel at home! In Mobile, smiling faces are all over the place and it's easy to find happiness.

13. South is located about 30 minutes away from some of the most beautiful beaches! Hangout Fest is held in Gulf Shores every year, which is always a blast.

14. It's not hard to find an internship in Mobile. Downtown Mobile is home to a great business district and an expansive shipyard. There are many hospitals in Mobile, making it a great place to find a job in healthcare. Offices in Mobile are generally very optimistic about giving fantastic employment opportunities to the youth.

15. #WeAreSouth. With South's new campaign, The University isn't afraid to proclaim how the students and faculty here are ready to make a lasting impact on the world around us. South isn't just a college; it is a way of life.


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