Diamond Gems: Stars facing crucial series with Suns Jun 14, 2008
For some local interest, Donovan Hand, formerly of Hatton High School and Jacksonville State University, is in the Stars rotation. He was a 14th round pick in the 2007 draft and has climbed through the system quickly. (Madison County Record, AL)
Four members added to Cherokee County Hall of Fame Jun 11, 2008
Those four are former Cherokee County baseball coach Bobby Beckett, former Sand Rock and Jacksonville State University basketball player Earl Cleland, former Spring Garden basketball player Tim Cronan and former Cherokee County basketball player Michael Stimpson. The class of 2008 will be formally inducted into the Cherokee County Hall of Fame on July 26 at 6 p.m. at the ROC in Centre. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Sharrock named to OVC All-Freshman squad May 26, 2008
Former Gordon Lee and current Jacksonville State University shortstop Jake Sharrock was recently named to the Ohio Valley Conference All-Freshman Team. Sharrock played in 31 games for the Gamecocks, starting 27 of them. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Peter: Still scrambling, Perrilloux opens up May 22, 2008
May 2008: Two weeks later, signed to play with Jacksonville State University, a Championship Subdivision school about 80 miles outside of Birmingham, Ala. Sources: New Orleans Times-Picayune, New York Times, Atlanta Journal-Constitution and the Associated Press. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Decatur Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir Selected to Perform at Piccolo Spoleto for Third Consecutive Year May 20, 2008
A native of Alabama, Mr. McMahan received his undergraduate degree from Jacksonville State University and holds graduate degrees from Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey. Mr. McMahan studied piano with Ronald and Ann Surace, Santiago Rodriguez and Steven DeGroote; and organ with James Farleigh, Joan Lippincott, and Jean Langlais. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Perrilloux is a coup for JSU May 16, 2008
The much-heralded and troubled Ryan Perrilloux is coming to Jacksonville State University to apparently finish out his college football career. It is difficult for me to say what will happen at the end of the season, but right now, everyone is saying the right things. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Perrilloux to play at Jacksonville St. May 15, 2008
(AP) -- Former LSU quarterback Ryan Perrilloux has told The Birmingham News he will sign with Jacksonville State University. Perilloux was dismissed from the defending national champions by coach Les Miles after a series of rules violations. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Owens & Fisher Earn All-OVC Accolades May 8, 2008
- Samford softball players and were both honored Wednesday at the Ohio Valley Conference's annual awards banquet held at Jacksonville State University. Owens was named First-Team All-OVC, while Fisher received all-newcomer accolades. (Samfordsports.com)
OVC TOURNAMENT BOUND: 'Dogs Defeat UT Martin 2-1 To Advance To Postseason May 5, 2008
The tournament will be held at University Field on the campus of Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Ala. In the top of the sixth inning, Samford scored the decisive run of the game on a single to left center field from. (Samfordsports.com)
Douglas Miller May 2, 2008
Most recently he received his bachelor s degree in emergency management from Jacksonville State University. He was also a member of First United Methodist Church. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
BRHS hires O-line coach Apr 23, 2008
as a player and graduate assistant before coaching the offensive line at Kentucky Wesleyan College, but he was most recently the Director of Football Operations at Jacksonville State University (JSU). "We needed a quality guy, and that's why we brought him in," McCombs said. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Women's Golf Tries For First Conference Championship Apr 14, 2008
This 54-hole event will be held Monday through Wednesday, April 14-16, at The Shoals on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and is hosted by Jacksonville State University. Sophomore is this year's defending individual champion. (Samfordsports.com)
Banking vet Ronny Russell joins Superior Financial as vice president Apr 3, 2008
A long-time Alabama resident, Russell graduated from Jacksonville State University and began his career in banking and investments at SouthFirst Bank. Related Industry News. (Birmingham Business Journal)
SU hires director of greek life | Job filled after eight months of interim director Apr 3, 2008
He was serving in his current position of assistant director of Student Life-Greek Life at Jacksonville State University when the two met. "I actually kind of scouted him out in a conference," Herrera said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Rader tapped for Hall of Fame Apr 1, 2008
The Teacher Hall of Fame, sponsored by Jacksonville State University, was initiated in 1969 to honor and give recognition to the classroom teachers of public schools in the state of Alabama. For more information about the Teacher Hall of Fame, visit http://www. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Johnson is chosen Teacher of the Year Apr 1, 2008
JOY OF LEARNING. Tracy Johnson, a teacher at Cedar Bluff School, was named as Cherokee County nominee for Jacksonville State University Teacher Hall of Fame ... Johnson is a 1992 graduate of Jacksonville State University with a BSE degree and a 1995 graduate of JSY with a master s degree. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Ex-Tide star sacked Mar 29, 2008
He worked for Jacksonville State University as associate director of athletics for external affairs. "Roger was hired to enhance our marketing and fundraising effort, but after just a few months on the job he chose to go on sick leave to be a part of a television reality show," athletic director Jim Fuller said in a statement Thursday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Committee blocks campus gun bills Mar 27, 2008
Shawn Giddy, director of public safety at Jacksonville State University, said, "The probability of an accidental shooting is much higher than the need to have one to protect yourself.". Giddy said his officers sometimes arrest people for having guns on campus illegally. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Welsh is JSU Hall of Fame nominee Mar 25, 2008
Lara Welsh, a teacher at Spring Garden School, was honored as Cherokee Countys Jacksonville State University Teacher Hall of Fame nominee ... Welsh is a 1990 graduate of Shorter College with a B.A. in English and a 2001 graduate of Jacksonville State University with a master s degree in library media. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Brundidge police chief completes certification Mar 19, 2008
"On behalf of the University Partnership for Alabama Continuing Education and the Alabama Association of Police Chiefs, I take great pleasure in announcing that Chief Davenport has completed this training," said Belinda Blackburn, director of the Office of Continuing Education, Jacksonville State University and UPACE Partner. "Chief Davenport is among the elite group of chiefs in the state who have successfully completed the curriculum and have been certified by the Alabama Association of Police... (Troy Messenger, AL)
Cherokee salutes its top schoolteachers Mar 18, 2008
Gossett was also a nominee for Jacksonville State University Teacher Hall of Fame ... Jacksonville State University Teacher Hall of Fame nominees from the individual schools in the elementary division were Tisha Cox from Gaylesville School, Dana Austin from Spring Garden School, Cassandra Allen from Cedar Bluff School, Emily McManus from Centre Elementary School and Lee Bailey from Centre Middle School. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Ates wins state pageant Mar 15, 2008
For winning the title, Haley has received a four-year renewable scholarship to Troy University (Troy), Auburn University and Jacksonville State University, a $3,000 cash scholarship, a $2,000 savings bond, paid trip to the Orlando National Pageant, a color portrait, fitness package and a week at the Miss Alabama Pageant in June among other awards given. Haley plans to increase sessions with her interview coach, Don Baker, and vocal coach Scott Thorne, who is the Homewood Show Choir Director. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Vic Burgess rocks: LaFayette musician isnt on the beaten track Mar 8, 2008
Burgess graduated from LaFayette High School in 1992 and received his bachelor of arts degree in political science from Jacksonville State University in Alabama. During the workweek, Burgess is a mental health clinician for Lookout Mountain Community Services in LaFayette. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Welsh honored for coaching, public service Mar 4, 2008
He is a graduate of Jacksonville State University and was inducted into the Sports Hall of Fame in 2007, as stated in the resolution. Welsh served on the Cherokee County Commission from January 1993 to November 2004. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Chamber honors McAlister as Alexander City's top firefighter Feb 21, 2008
McAlister has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Jacksonville State University in criminal justice and is a certified emergency medical technician paramedic as well as an arson investigator and apparatus operator. Reese also organizes and trains the Alexander City Fire Department Honor Guard. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Lady Panthers march on to NE Regional final Feb 20, 2008
The number 13 proved to be a lucky one for the Spring Garden Lady Panthers Tuesday, as they improved to 13-0 at Jacksonville State University s Pete Mathews Coliseum with a 72-42 blowout of Ragland in the Class 1A Northeast Regionals. Spring Garden (33-0) will take on Gaston Friday at 12:20 p.m. in a rematch of last year s regional final. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Sand Rock's season ends at Ider Feb 16, 2008
Ider (20-9), which clinched its first regional berth in school history, moves on to meet Woodland (22-8) at the Northeast Regionals today at 6 p.m. at Jacksonville State University s Pete Mathews Coliseum. Sand Rock s season concluded at 12-18. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Blind pianist comes to play at The Colony Feb 14, 2008
An honor student and captain of the high school marching band, Mote earned a full scholarship to Jacksonville State University. On the advice of Muscle Shoals musician-producer Jimmy Johnson, who has worked with the Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, and Bob Dylan, Mote moved to Nashville and began attending Belmont University. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
US Supreme Court stays Alabama execution Feb 2, 2008
Callahan was sentenced to death for the 1982 rape and murder of a Jacksonville State University student ... Jacksonville State University student. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Stay of Execution Granted in Callahan Case Feb 1, 2008
He was sentenced to die for the kidnapping, rape and murder of Jacksonville State University student Rebecca Suzanne Howell in February 1982. Around Alabama. (WSJA.com, AL)
Alabama inmate wins stay of execution Feb 1, 2008
Callahan was sentenced to death for the 1982 murder of Jacksonville State University student Rebecca Suzanne Howell, who was abducted from a coin laundry and raped before being strangled and dumped in a creek. Her mother, Verna Coheley, and sister, Karen Greer, had arrived to witness the execution. (Albany Times Union)
New band director hits right note with students Jan 29, 2008
Dawson is an April 2007 graduate of Jacksonville State University with a bachelor s degree in music education. She is currently working on her master s degree and is a graduate assistant at JSU.. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Residents honored at MLK ceremony Jan 25, 2008
The group Restoration from Jacksonville State University performed several musical selections and the Cedar Springs Missionary Baptist Dance Ministry also took the stage. St. Luke Ministries Pastor Sydney Ford gave the benediction and the ceremony was closed with all participants and audience members holding hands and singing, We Shall Overcome, a key anthem of the Civil Rights Movement. (Cedartown Standard, GA)
Alabama gets ready to vote on Super Tuesday Jan 22, 2008
Owens, who teaches at Jacksonville State University, said she is seeing more enthusiasm from the students in her classes. The candidates are courting independent and younger voters and younger voters often are independent, she said. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Jenkins is new student services director at CVTC Gordon campus Jan 4, 2008
Jenkins received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Education from the University of Georgia and is currently pursuing a master of Public Administration degree from Jacksonville State University in Alabama. She is a certified Career Development Facilitator. (Calhoun Times, GA)
2007 claimed young, brave Dec 31, 2007
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Triana Boys and Girls' Club celebrates Christmas Dec 28, 2007
He has coached basketball for about 15 years, formerly as assistant basketball coach at Johnson High School and coach one year at Jacksonville State University. The Triana Club has about 72 members from Triana, Madison and Huntsville. (Madison County Record, AL)
Local diamond girls honored on All-state teams Dec 25, 2007
Crow, who signed a scholarship with Jacksonville State University, batted. 356 with 24 RBIs, 22 runs scored, seven doubles and led the Warriors with 16 stolen bases. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Engagement: Elizabeth Anne Libby King and Michael Wayne Worthington Dec 13, 2007
The future groom is a 2003 graduate of Jacksonville State University. He completed a Master s degree in health and physical education. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Freeborn-Mower CEO headed up north Nov 21, 2007
Before coming to FMCS and Albert Lea, Thompson worked at co-ops in Alabama and Florida, and he received his master s degree by attending night school at Jacksonville State University in Alabama. He graduated from Iowa State University. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Tableau Software Extends Its Visual Analytics Solution to the Web Nov 6, 2007
Jacksonville State University among the first to select Tableau Server SEATTLE, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Tableau Software(R), the global leader in fast analytics and visualization software, today launched Tableau Server, a Web-based sharing and publishing solution ... Jacksonville State University (JSU), in Jacksonville, Ala ... "If Jacksonville State University is able to increase its credit hour productivity by adjusting course scheduling through a simplified process that meets the unique needs... (PR Newswire)
ON CAMPUS REPORT Oct 15, 2007
Murray State, Jacksonville State University and Tennessee State University are all 9-2. Murray State, which has not lost since September 15, will play Jacksonville State in the upcoming week. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
JSU Professor Lori Owens named chairman of the Board of Alabama Higher Education Partnership Oct 13, 2007
Dr. Lori Owens, Associate Professor of Political Science and Public Administration at Jacksonville State University, has been elected to serve as chairman of the board of the Alabama Higher Education Partnership ... She has an undergraduate degree in Political Science from Jacksonville State University ... Dr. Owens served two terms on the JSU Faculty Senate and is currently a member of the Political Relations Committee at Jacksonville State University. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
CCHS grad Dupree earns national recognition Oct 3, 2007
Jacksonville State University junior receiver/kick returner Maurice Dupree received national recognition following his gridiron exploits on Sept. 29. A Centre native and 2004 Cherokee County High School graduate, Dupree was named the National Special Teams Player of the Week by both the Sports Network and College Sporting News. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
'Dogs Improve To 2-0 At Tera Ross Memorial Sep 30, 2007
- The Samford University softball team started its fall season on a winning note Saturday as the Bulldogs picked up a pair of wins at the inaugural Tera Ross Memorial hosted by Jacksonville State University. "I thought that we played well today," said Samford head coach. (Samfordsports.com)
Softball Opens Fall Season At Tera Ross Memorial This Weekend Sep 29, 2007
- The Samford University softball team will begin play in its 2007 fall season Saturday as the Bulldogs compete in the inaugural Tera Ross Memorial Classic hosted by Jacksonville State University at the Oxford Lake Softball Complex. "This will be a good tournament for our team," said Samford head coach. (Samfordsports.com)
LFO wins 7-AAAA title Sep 26, 2007
Crow, who has committed to attend Jacksonville State University on a softball scholarship, said their isn t time to celebrate. There is still a lot more work to do on the diamond. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Tillery named Cedartown High's Teacher of the Year Sep 23, 2007
He graduated from CHS in 1988 and continued his education at Jacksonville State University and graduated in 1992. He was working at Cedartown Mechanical Contractors as a master plumber when he began his teaching career. (Cedartown Standard, GA)
Column: U.S. has become land of sheep and home of the afraid Sep 21, 2007
" All's quiet on campus: The Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (thefire. org) reports that Jacksonville State University supports free speech for all students as long as there is no chance anything said by any student will "offend" any other student on the campus Say WHAT?: California high school senior Liliana Valenzuela, regarding a lawsuit claiming discrimination in the state's high school exit exams, which require 10th-grade English skills before a diploma is awarded: "The exam... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Samford Men's Golf To Play In Francis Marion Tournament Sep 17, 2007
Joining the Samford men in the tournament field are Francis Marion University, Appalachian State University, Charleston Southern University, East Carolina University, Elon University, Furman University, Georgia College University, Presbyterian College, USC Aiken, Troy University, Western Carolina University, Winthrop University, Wofford College, and Ohio Valley Conference opponent and defending tournament champion Jacksonville State University. The Bulldogs come off a fifth place finish in the... (Samfordsports.com)
Ex-Wildcat makes MLB debut Sep 7, 2007
The 28-year-old former Benjamin Russell Wildcat was drafted out of Jacksonville State University by the Arizona Diamondbacks, but bounced around and landed in the Texas organization in March. "Playing for the Rangers is the best spot for me," White said, explaining that they carry several left-handed relievers compared to the one on Arizona. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
North Oconee senior haunted by memory of fatal wreck Aug 26, 2007
" The wreck David and the Titans basketball team were participating in a basketball camp at Jacksonville State University from June 22-24. The team had just finished up competition on Sunday with three straight victories. The Titans dispersed from the camp in separate cars, some with parents and others with coaches. David, Drew and Ja'Rius rode to and from the camp with coach Smith. When leaving Alabama, Smith got on the highway going west instead of east and had to turn around. His car was... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lovett goes to JSU Aug 18, 2007
Christopher Lovett, a 2007 graduate of Edgewood Academy, has been invited to play football at Jacksonville State University. Lovett reported to camp August 5 to begin working out with the Gamecocks. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
AU Letterman's Club Fundraiser Aug 10, 2007
He had received one masters degree from Jacksonville State University in the mid 70s. For the past three years, Lee has taught online classes. (autigers.com)
Blue Stars’ goal: Make the finals Aug 6, 2007
125 in back of the Spirit of Jacksonville State University (Ala. . (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Getting into the 'Spirit' of things Jul 18, 2007
The Spirit Drum and Bugle Corp features brass, percussion, and flag corp performances and is based out of Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Ala. Classifieds. (Calhoun Times, GA)
"Spirit" performs at SHS Jul 14, 2007
The Spirit Drum and Bugle Corps put on a free show at Sonoraville High School Thursday as the group from Jacksonville State University band geared up for the Southeastern Regionals at the Georgia Dome on Saturday ... Spirit s umbrella organization is Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Ala. (Calhoun Times, GA)
The Booker T. Washington Alumni Association holds 10th semi-annual reunion Jul 12, 2007
and has served as a member of the adjunct faculties of Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville Ala. and Jefferson College in Hillsboro, Mo. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Drum and Bugle Corps to perform Thursday at SHS Jul 11, 2007
Spirit s umbrella organization is Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Ala. and it was one of the first corps to be associated with a university. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Wiley vaults ahead to new challenge in Alabama Jul 4, 2007
Marshfield pole vaulter Amber Wiley signs the national letter of intent to attend Jacksonville State University in Alabama on a track and field scholarship with plans to major in biology ... Wiley signed a letter of intent to compete in track and field for Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Ala ... Jacksonville State University has about 9,000 students and is located in a rural portion of Alabama, about 80 miles northeast of Birmingham and about the same distance west of Atlanta. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Commission OKs county seal Jul 3, 2007
It also noted the number of students who use Cherokee County Road 19 to travel back and forth to Jacksonville State University. Rogers was instrumental in securing funding for this project, the resolution stated. (CHerokee County Herald, AL)
Chelsea hires hoops coach Jun 27, 2007
During his tenure at Mountain Brook, Trucks helped lead the Lady Spartans basketball team to a regional appearance at Jacksonville State University in 1996. He then took a role as an assistant with the boys program, helping the Spartans to three regional final appearances in 2001, 2003 and 2006 and a regional semifinal in 2005. (Columbiana Shelby County Reporter, AL)
UGA coach's son recovering Jun 26, 2007
They were attending a basketball camp at nearby Jacksonville State University. Meanwhile, Drew Landers was transported via air ambulance to Grady where he could receive treatment in a Level One head trauma unit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bojo selected as CVTC's Instructor of the Year Jun 23, 2007
Bojo s educational background includes an associate degree in Criminal Justice from Floyd College, a bachelor s degree in criminal justice from Jacksonville State University, and a master s degree in public administration from Jacksonville State University. Bojo joined CVTC in 2003 to develop and launch the Criminal Justice program. (Cedartown Standard, GA)
Engagement: Julia Rebecca Little and Michael Alexander Fowler Jun 21, 2007
He is a 2001 graduate of Gordon Lee High School, attended Jacksonville State University, marched with the Marching Southerners, and was a member of Phi Mu Alpha fraternity. He will receive a bachelor s degree in social work from Dalton State College. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
