This summer, Carolyn Conover directed The SpongeBob Musical at Crossroads Repertory Theatre in Terre Haute, Indiana. The production is being nominated for an American Prize in Musical Theatre. Every year, The American Prize provides individual artists and organizations with “cash awards, professional adjudication, and regional, national, and international recognition…[the prize is] the nation’s most comprehensive series of contests in the performing arts.” Since 2010, The American Prize Organization has awarded thousands of prizes in over a dozen categories of live performance. This is Profess ..read more

GAMECOCK ARTS SUMMER PROGRAMS 2024 was a stellar success. This is the product of teamwork between colleagues and the campers alike, making it a wonderful week. GASP is an opportunity for students to experience college-level art and performance activities in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences. These programs are geared towards talented students who are serious about furthering their Arts and Humanities Education. The classes and workshops are taught by faculty, staff, and students of the Art & Design, Film & Theatre, Music, and English departments. In addition to participatin ..read more

Accompanied by staff, faculty, and alumni, the Jacksonville State University Marching Southerners made their way to Normandy, France earlier this month to observe the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. The Southerners participated in several commemorative ceremonies including the D-Day Memorial Public Ceremony held at the Normandy American Cemetery and Le Concert de Liberation in Sainte Mere Eglise. Over 170 students participated in this special event. Please enjoy this collage of pictures and footage of our Marching Southerners in Normandy ..read more

Biotech leader Jim Schoeneck is one of California’s most admired CEOs, named a finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young in 2015. Over the past 20 years, he has served as CEO for five companies. As CEO of Depomed, a pharmaceutical company that treats patients with pain and central nervous system conditions, he increased revenue from $1 million to over $450 million in five years and grew the team from 65 to more than 500 employees.  Mr. Schoeneck has also served as CEO of BrainCells Inc. – a neuroscience-focused drug development and discovery company targeting novel and/or ..read more

Jax State’s Longleaf Studios won their 5th Emmy at the Southeast Emmy Awards in the program promotion category for their documentary entitled “Defending Freedom, The Arthur D. Shores Story.”  As one of Alabama’s first African-American trial attorneys, Shores was instrumental in challenging discriminatory laws and practices. His legal expertise and dedication helped to dismantle systemic racism and promote equal rights for African Americans, despite facing significant threats and violence, including the bombing of his home. Shores’ dedication to justice, his legal insight, a ..read more

Several students from the JSU Music Department were invited to participate in the highly exclusive TrumpetFest, an intensive ONE-week program for university trumpet players. TrumpetFest is a part of the Orvieto Music Festival, held in Orvieto, Italy. The Orvieto Musica festival, established in 1993, has become a notable and intimate chamber music festival over the past decade. It offers regular concerts in exquisite venues, providing a rich environment that inspires excellence among faculty and participants. The festival allows for a unique focus on artistry and virtuosity through daily master ..read more

Dr. Cline, affectionately known as Dr. Frog, taught various biology-related courses at JSU for nearly 30 years. He was deeply involved in the community, conducting animal presentations and volunteering at the Anniston Museum of Natural History, where he played a key role in the annual HerpFest. He also led educational activities at the university’s Frog Pond. Recognized for his commitment, Dr. Cline received JSU’s Outstanding Community Education and Service Award in 2017 and a Faculty Research Award in 2004. Besides his academic pursuits, he was active in the Boy Scouts and the choir at the Un ..read more

Here are some final preparation tips and tricks to help students do their best on final exams.  Review the syllabus – reviewing the course syllabus can be a good reminder of what topics and material will be covered on the exam, and this can help students focus their study efforts   Create a study schedule – allocating time to study for exams can be difficult when students are taking several exams. Creating a study schedule can help students ensure they are giving themselves enough time to review all the material and help prevent last-minute cramming  Start early – procrast ..read more

Dr. Christopher Douglas had a paper accepted at the British Society for 18th Century Studies Annual Conference, held at Saint Hugh’s College Oxford University in Oxford, England.  The conference is January 3rd-5th, and he will be the panel’s first presenter. The British Society for 18th Century Studies is the largest society of 18th-century culture, history, art, and literature in England, and its annual conference is the largest conference on 18th-century subjects held annually in Europe. Dr. Douglas will be presenting a paper on the 1799 American novel Ormond; or, the Secret Witness by ..read more

The music department will be putting on several performances throughout December [including JSU Show Choir Christmas performances, JSU Chamber Singers Christmas concerts, and more]. Check out the Arts and Humanities events calendar to find more information on these events. *add to the end of Bodiford 30th celebration segment*  5 Dec 2023 Leave a Reply Cancel reply Δ Final Exams Prep Tips and Tricks   Dr. Douglas Presentation at St Hughs College Christmas Performances  Holiday Inn  ROC ON ..read more