Some Neat Student Facts


  Hey everyone! South provides a lot of information for incoming students, but there are some things you learn just through the experience of being a student! Here's a sneak peek at some of the fun facts you might not know about South:

  1. During finals week, we often have special events going on to help students either relax or power through their studying (or cramming). They can range from free food to therapy dogs. During my freshman year finals week, the Chik-fil-a on campus opened back up at midnight and did a buy-one, get-one-free deal on chicken biscuits. I was up frantically writing a term paper, and you bet I took a break to get two chicken biscuits to last me through the night.
  2. Many departments offer free or reduced printing prices to students in that respective field! If you're an Honors College student, you can get free printing at the Bethel every day; you'll learn quickly that printing costs add up, so take advantage of these special printing places!
  3. If you live on campus and have a meal plan, the Caf serves fried chicken every Wednesday. Their fried chicken is the meal that garners the most demand, so make sure you mark your calendars and get there early when you're feeling some chicken!
  4. Keep your Jag ID on you! When you visit local restaurants and businesses, you just might get a discount exclusive to South Alabama Jaguars! Here is a list of businesses that provide Jag discounts. 
  5. Once a semester or so, Parking Services offers a Ticket Forgiveness Day! If you're a student and you've received a parking ticket, you can bring in canned goods to donate and have one of your tickets waived.
  There's plenty more to discover once you become a Jag. Just keep your eyes peeled!

Until next time...
☆Evy Savoie☆ 

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