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Thank You, South Alabama

Hey baby Jags!

This week we have been reflecting on how South has prepared us to reach our goals, whether they be short or long term. I could go on forever about how much the staff here has helped me through every little bump in the road.

I am a Professional Health Sciences major with a concentration in Health Management, and my "minor" is Pre-Occupational Therapy, so I belong to the Covey College of Allied Health. The health field as a whole at South is state of the art in every aspect. From my freshman year, each staff member I have come in contact with has pushed me to my highest potential. I want to give a special shoutout to my academic advisor, Mrs. Stearns. When I felt like I would never graduate (trust me, you will all feel like this at some point) and when I was questioning my choice of major, she laid out options for me and helped me think of a back up plan in case things didn't work out the way I planned. Just knowing I had another option to fall back on took so much stress off of my shoulders. I was originally a Physical Therapy major, and I chose to change to OT after much consideration. Honestly, I could not be happier. The OT program here at South is amazing, and I look forward to being able to help people and change lives in the future.


Another huge resource for me has been my sorority, Kappa Delta. They encourage leadership and involvement across campus which has helped me become more present and active in student organizations and pushed me to break out of my shell. My sisters have shaped me into the woman I am now, and I am so thankful for Greek Life at South Alabama for fostering such a positive and uplifting environment for all of the sororities and fraternities across campus. 


Love & light xx

Laura Jag Guide

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