University of South Alabama

The University of South Alabama (USA) is a public research university in Mobile, Alabama. The University is spread across 1,200 acres and is divided into ten colleges and schools and includes one of Alabama's two state-supported medical schools. 

USA’s Signature facilities include - The Mitchell Center, The John W. Laidlaw Performing Arts Center, The Alfred, and Lucile Delchamps Archaeology Building, and the Student Center. The Mitchell Center is a 10,000-seat multi-purpose arena and is home to the Jaguar men’s and women’s basketball teams, and the University’s commencement ceremonies. It offers an array of entertainment including theatrical presentations, concerts, and exhibitions. The John W. Laidlaw Performing Arts Center is a cultural hub and a training ground for students from the department of music and the department of theatre and dance. 

The Alfred and Lucile Delchamps Archaeology Building serves as both a public museum of ancient artifacts and a resource for the USA Center for Archaeological Studies. Covering 12,000 years of prehistory and history, the museum has collected over one million artifacts. The Student Center is home to the Food Court, the Bookstore, and the USA Mail Hub, as well as the Student Government Association. 

The university has 33 residence halls in 7 different residential communities. 61% of the freshmen live on campus to improve their college experience. There are over 200 student organizations you get involved in.