UA Students Look Through 100 Lenses
The University of Alabama Crossroads Community Center recently showcased a photographic mural created by UA students in the 100 Lenses Project.
UA 2006 Interim Term Classes Range from the Mystery Novel to the Wedding Planner
The University of Alabama will offer its Interim Term session May 15-June 2 giving UA students an opportunity to experience a creative and innovative approach to learning.
UA Creative Writing Club to Hold Summer Institute
The University of Alabama Program in Creative Writing will sponsor a two-week summer institute for high school students interested in honing their writing skills.
UA Recreation Center Employee Wins National Award
David Crutchfield, marketing coordinator for The University of Alabama Student Recreation Center, recently received a first place award for a UA project from the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association.
UA Oceanographer Among World War II Shipwreck Researchers Honored by U.S. Department of Interior
A group of scientists, including a University of Alabama oceanographer, who investigated multiple ships that were sunk by Hitler’s U-boat activities in the Gulf of Mexico during World War II were recently honored for their contribution to science.
John Blackburn Addresses Grads at UA Spring Commencement Ceremonies
Dr. John L. Blackburn, long-time University of Alabama administrator, encouraged The University of Alabama 2006 graduating class to continue the University’s tradition of producing leaders and to make positive change in society.
CBER’s Ferguson Retiring; Hardin Named New Associate Dean for Research at UA Business School
Dr. J. Michael Hardin has been named associate dean for research at The University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Commerce. Hardin will replace Dr. Carl Ferguson, associate dean for research and technology, who has announced his retirement, effective Dec. 31.
UA African-American Graduate Student Association to Hold UMOJA Graduation Ceremony May 12
The University of Alabama African-American Graduate Student Association is hosting the 2006 UMOJA ceremony Friday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m. in 322 Ferguson Center Heritage Room. UMOJA is a celebration of the more than 350 African-American students graduating from UA this year.
Who Am I?
Thirteen years ago Dr. Marcus Brown, associate professor of computer science at The University of Alabama, and one of his now former graduate students were awarded a patent for their novel invention which identifies a person by how they type their name.
UA Sources for 2006 Elections
These University of Alabama sources are available for commentary now and through the November elections.