UA in the News: June 13, 2008

UA partners with Cuban museum on archeological dig in Cuba – UA professors aid in Talladega National Forest being chosen for national ecological study – Saban’s “Nick’s Kids” – UA prof. comments on Friday the 13th – Alabama state health officer keynotes UA obesity conference

Rural Alabama Spot a Candidate Site for Observatory Network to Detect Climate Change Impacts

A remote spot within the Talladega National Forest could serve as one of 20 locations nationally that will detect the ecological impacts of climate change.

UA in the News: June 12, 2008

UA instructor Rick Bragg’s new book –UAPD receives re-accreditation, honor — SGA earns recycling grant – UA events – UA student honors – and more…

UA in the News: June 11, 2008

UA faculty comment on rising gas prices – UA class designs wireless technology plan for downtown Tuscaloosa — Canadian women’s wheelchair team works out at UA – UA golfer Michael Thompson named to All-Nicklaus Team – and more…

UA in the News: June 10, 2008

UA’s graduation rate for black students lauded – Sen. Sessions praises UA energy work

UA in the News: June 7-9, 2008

Sabans pledge $1 million for UA scholarships – Longtime UA supporter Jim Hayes dies – UA hosts Governor’s conference on obesity July 12-13 – UA faculty provide expert commentary on presidential politics and gas prices – Scooters on campus – UA’s Parenting Assistance Line – UA honors and events – and more…

UA Wheelchair Athletics to Host Canadian National Team

The University of Alabama Wheelchair Athletics program will host the Canadian National Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Team for a training camp Monday-Wednesday, June 9-11, at the Student Recreation Center.

UA Hosts Alabama Governor’s Conference on Obesity June 12-13

“Prevention, Assessment and Treatment” will be the focus of this year’s Alabama Governor’s Conference on Obesity, June 12-13 at The University of Alabama.

UA Leadership Academy Inducts New Members

Six fellows have been selected for The University of Alabama Leadership Academy class of 2009.

Student Journalists Vie for Gold During ASPA’s Summer Workshop on UA Campus

Scholastic journalists will vie for gold, silver and bronze at the Alabama Scholastic Press Association summer workshop, the Long Weekend, July 18-20 in Reese Phifer Hall on The University of Alabama campus.