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USA Black Alumni Society Weekend Raises Scholarship Money Around South Alabama-Troy Rivalry

This year's theme is "Boldly Brilliant: Our Culture, Our Strength, Our South," with events supported by the University of South Alabama's National Alumni Association.

Alumni and fans gathered under a tent at an outdoor campus event
Illustration: alumni and fans gathered under a tent at an outdoor campus event.

MOBILE, Ala. — The University of South Alabama’s Black Alumni Society is using a rivalry weekend to raise money for students.

This year’s theme is “Boldly Brilliant: Our Culture, Our Strength, Our South.” Supported by the university’s National Alumni Association, the weekend is meant to celebrate Jaguar pride, build excitement around the South Alabama-Troy rivalry and increase the society’s visibility in the community while raising funds for scholarships.

The group’s treasurer, Dr. Loran Modisa, a member of the USA College of Medicine faculty and staff, and organization secretary K.C. Crusoe recently previewed the event.

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