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Greetings, Fellow ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Alumni and Friends,

Welcome to the Black Alumni Society (BAS) website! The Black Alumni Society is a community that has grown since its founding in 2018. In just a few short years, we have built a network of alumni that includes educators, lawyers, doctors, entrepreneurs, nurses, politicians, first responders, authors, engineers, artists, athletes, and professionals from many career fields. Our collective achievements are a testament to the strength of our community, and we are excited about the future of the University of South Alabama and the Black Alumni Society. Together, we continue to expand our impact, fostering connections that will empower current and future Black ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ students.

The Black Alumni Society's vision is to:

• Encourage ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Black Alumni to support the goals and mission of the University of South Alabama.
• To increase black student engagement through communication, outreach, networking, education, and events to serve as a voice for ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Black Alumni.
• To serve as professional mentors to future and current black students and alumni.
• To promote scholarship assistance to black students and guide them to successful degree completion.

Our legacy of academic excellence, leadership, and service will continue, but we were hoping you could strengthen this legacy by joining the BAS. As ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ graduates, we can build a powerful network across diverse fields—whether in education, law, medicine, entrepreneurship, politics, public service, or the sciences. Together, we can uplift one another, share our knowledge, and create opportunities for current and future Black ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ students.

As ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ graduates, our shared history is one of perseverance, achievements, and progress. As we honor those who came before us, we establish new paths for those who will come after us. By bridging the past with the present, we ensure that the mission of the BAS is passed down to the next generation of ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Black scholars.

Now, more than ever, we, as ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ alumni, have the power to shape the future. By fostering mentorship and collaboration, we can provide the support and guidance that students need to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Let us unite, continue the tradition of excellence, and empower those who follow in our footsteps to make their mark. Together, we are stronger. Together, we are unstoppable.

This year, we have two signature programs

• Black Alumni Weekend and ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Homecoming
  Friday, October 25, 2024 and Saturday, October 26, 2024
  (Details: TBA)
• 4 th Annual Career Networking Social (hosted by the ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ National Alumni Association and co-hosted by the ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ Southerners)
  Tuesday, February 18, 2025
  MacQueen Alumni Center
  4:00pm-6:00pm

It is free for any ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ alumni to join the BAS, but we encourage our members to also join the South Alabama National Alumni Association. Please let us know if you would like to join the BAS or would like to serve on one or more of the committees at msrhondalucas@gmail.com.

Go Jags!
Rhonda L. Lucas, Ph.D.
JOIN US! GO JAGS!!