What does it take to be successful? While the classroom is a major part of the college experience, there are “soft” skills that students must learn in order to have a successful career. In fact, many students who aren’t “exceptional” …
Called To Compose
A young Steve Dunn may have never imagined himself teaching a college course. After all, he was too busy composing, arranging and orchestrating to see that far into the future. But several years and church ministry positions later, Dunn is …
A Unique Mission Field: 50 Years of Miss UM
Almost everyone has seen “the face” – the face of outright surprise when a young woman hears her name called and her head is donned with the coveted crown. There is no amount of feigned shock or surprise that can …
On a World Race
An intense passion for travel led Stephanie Archer ‘10 to seize every trip opportunity as a UMobile student. Whether Urban Plunge, The Bridge, or University Missions – each trip gave her an opportunity to experience the world and share the …
Belting It Out At Covers
Lights. Haze. Adrenaline. The roar of the crowd – over 450 students are waiting for the next University of Mobile musical legend to grace the stage and lay his or her claim to the coveted belt. This scene happens once …
Jesus on the Riverbank | Jeff ’01 & Erin ’03 Oelschlaeger Gautney
Imagine flying into the southernmost tip of Colombia. Remote villages sit along the east bank of the Amazon River. It rains two-thirds of the year and temperatures rarely drop below the 80s. The region’s indigenous people live in huts along the riverbank and …
To Learn is to Be Known: Dr. Sue Gober
When Dr. Sue Gober walks into a room – the energy changes. She radiates the familiarity and warmth of an old friend, even with those she has never met. She encourages with her smile and instills confidence with her words. …
2013 Endowed Scholarship Luncheon
The 2013 University of Mobile Endowed Scholarship Luncheon was held Thursday, October 3 in Ram Hall on the UMobile campus. Thank you again to all who have been a part of creating an endowed scholarship. You truly make a positive …
The First-Year Experience: Freshman Survival in The College Wild
The typical college freshman must survive late-night cram sessions, little sleep, and the dreaded 15-pound weight gain in their new environment. And UMobile is making sure freshmen students not only survive, but thrive in their first year away from home. …