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History of The University of South Alabama

By AmandaPatton22

  • The University of South Alabama is created by the Alabama Legislature

    The University of South Alabama is created by the Alabama Legislature

  • First classes began; initial enrollment totaled 276 students.

  • The jaguar is adopted as the mascot.

    The jaguar is adopted as the mascot.

  • Ground-breaking for Alpha Dorms, the University's first residence hall complex.

  • The charter class of 25 students entered the College of Medicine.

  • The University became a charter member of the Sun Belt Athletic Conference.

    The University became a charter member of the Sun Belt Athletic Conference.

  • The University of South Alabama Baldwin County branch was established.

    The University of South Alabama Baldwin County branch was established.

  • V. Gordon Moulton named University President.

    V. Gordon Moulton named University President.

  • Dedication of the 208,300-square-foot Mitchell Center.

    Dedication of the 208,300-square-foot Mitchell Center.

  • Implementation of a new $6.2 million campus transportation system, Jag Tran.

    Implementation of a new $6.2 million campus transportation system, Jag Tran.

  • Opening of a privately funded student apartment complex, The Grove, which by fall 2008 housed 1,000 students.

    Opening of a privately funded student apartment complex, The Grove, which by fall 2008 housed 1,000 students.

  • USA Trustees approve NCAA-sanctioned football and marching band programs.

    USA Trustees approve NCAA-sanctioned football and marching band programs.

  • 50th Anniversary

    50th Anniversary