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Million Dollar Band ready for Thanksgiving spotlight in 100th Macy’s parade

The Million Dollar Band returns to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, giving more than 400 UA students the chance to perform on one of the nation’s biggest stages. Continue reading Million Dollar Band ready for Thanksgiving spotlight in 100th Macy’s parade

Students

Pre-Law junior crowned Miss UA 2027

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News Releases

The University of Alabama joins national battery manufacturing consortium

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UA RISE Center hosts 2026 BUY for RISE fundraiser

The annual BUY for RISE fundraiser will feature bargains from dozens of local retailers on everything from clothing to home décor.

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Museums & Libraries

Haunted house? Ghost stories bring history to life at Gorgas House Museum

Savannah Strong, Emie Vandiver, Kameron Baba, Alex Jorns and Rylie Dewley.

News Releases

UA crowns 2026 homecoming queen

Dr. Benjamin Boudreaux portrait, wearing a letter jacket from the Boston Marathon.

Faculty & Staff

Practice what you teach: Exercise science instructor says running is life

Students

Pre-Law junior crowned Miss UA 2027

STUDENTS

UA transfer student earns national recognition for leadership

Isabella Eckart is using her platform as a national ambassador to advocate for the transfer student community.

FACULTY & STAFF

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Out of Office: Campus Mail delivers peace of mind

Each summer, Campus Mail receives, processes and stores approximately 35,000 packages shipped to students in advance of move-in.

HONORS & AWARDS

Dr. Zhongyang Wang working with a student in Dr. Wang's chemical engineering lab at the University of Alabama

Integrating research and education: Four UA faculty win prestigious NSF award

Four UA engineering faculty received the NSF CAREER Award recognizing leadership in integrating research and education.

Tips & Resources

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Take 5 for well-being: Navigating conflict 

Implement five practical tips to navigate conflict with empathy, clear communication and confidence.

5 things to know about homecoming

UA’s homecoming week welcomes students, alumni and fans to campus with a week’s worth of fun and excitement.

Campus safety starts with you

A safe campus does not happen by accident. It is built by thousands of individuals who choose to look out for one another every day.

The Alabama Impact

From education to healthcare to water and the environment, the University is making a positive impact in the state of Alabama.

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Every child can read: UA launches Project LIFT

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UA to build rural EMS system that supports treatment at the scene

Beat Auburn Beat Hunger representatives and Big Al pose in the Alabama Governor's Mansion

UA students lead fight against hunger across West Alabama

Beat Auburn Beat Hunger brings together students, employees and supporters in a shared effort to fight food insecurity across West Alabama.

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News Releases

Young voters still care but may be less likely to act, according to UA study

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Research

UA to collaborate with southern universities on AI initiative

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Students

UA student researches space weather prediction in international program

University of Alabama student Fernando Salinas researched solar storm prediction and geomagnetic events through the International Space Weather Camp, collaborating with U.S. and German scientists on space weather projects. Continue reading UA student researches space weather prediction in international program

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