Gas to Remain Above $2.50 Throughout ’08

Near record oil prices highlighted the energy picture for 2007. Next year, consumers will face oil prices that, while not as high as in 2007, will still be higher than they should be, says a University of Alabama engineering professor.

Clinton, Romney to Square Off; New Swing States to be Key

Come November, you’ll likely be deciding between U.S. Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton and former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, according to the predictions of a University of Alabama political scientist.

UA Student One of Four National Recipients of Benjamin Cummings Biology Prize

University of Alabama sophomore biology major, University Honors Program student and Caldwell Lab undergraduate researcher Kyle Lee of Millry has been named a 2008 recipient of the prestigious Benjamin Cummings Biology Prize.

Catch and Release

A drought-interrupting rain showers a trio of anglers, but they remain undeterred from their task – despite the weather and a complete lack of interest in catching fish.

UA Evolution Series Continues with Law Professor and Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Edward Larson

Dr. Edward Larson, Talmadge Chair of Law and Russell Professor of American History at the University of Georgia, will deliver his lecture, “From Dayton to Dover: A Brief History of the Evolution Teaching Controversy,” Jan.15 at 7:30 p.m. in 127 Biology Building on The University of Alabama campus.

UA 2007-2008 Celebrity Series Continues with Pianist Drew Mays

Dr. Drew Mays performs cataract surgery by day and Beethoven’s Waldstein Sonata by night. He will perform Jan.12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Moody Concert Hall as part of The University of Alabama’s School of Music’s continuing Celebrity Series.

UA Scholar’s ‘Clinging to Mammy’ Wins Human-Rights Award

A prestigious center for promoting human rights has honored Dr. Micki McElya, assistant professor of American Studies at The University of Alabama, for her book, “Clinging to Mammy: The Faithful Slave in Twentieth-Century America.”

Joe Namath to Receive His College Degree During UA’s Winter Commencement Ceremonies Dec. 15

Legendary Crimson Tide and NFL football star Joe Namath will receive his long-awaited college degree Saturday, Dec. 15 during The University of Alabama’s winter commencement ceremonies.

UA Launches College Transition Program for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Dr. Laura Klinger well remembers the first time she met an adorable preschool child with Asperger’s syndrome soon after joining The University of Alabama in 1993 as a clinical psychologist.

New Book Makes Excellent Gift for UA Alums, Tide Fans

Looking for an elegant and unusual gift for University of Alabama graduates and other Crimson Tide fans on your list? Crimson, the official keepsake book of The University of Alabama, is available for the first time this holiday season.