UA in the News: November 26, 2008

Bryant Drive rededicated – UA holiday traffic study – UA events

UA’s Alabama Productivity Center Names Keynote Speakers for 2008 Quality Award Conference

The Alabama Productivity Center at The University of Alabama will feature Bradley R. Byrne, Kathy Harris and Fonda Vera as keynote speakers for the 2008 Alabama Quality Award Conference and Ceremony.

Crimson Tidings Tour of Greek Homes to be Held at UA

Getting in the holiday spirit on The University of Alabama campus will be as easy as taking a stroll down sorority and fraternity rows this year to take part in a new event called Crimson Tidings.

UA in the News: November 25, 2008

Birmingham home sales fall as economic fears rise – Colleges nationwide face shrinking budgets – At home with the Sabans – Bama fans get ready for Iron Bowl – and more…

The Good Old Days: UA Students Too Young to Remember Last Time Bama was on Top in Football Polls

The University of Alabama football team is having one of its most successful seasons in recent years. While UA has a rich tradition on the field having won 12 national championships, 21 SEC titles and 38 Iron Bowls, most students today have never experienced this or were too young to remember.

October Housing Stats Now Available on ACRE Web Site at UA

The October 2008 monthly housing statistics compiled by the Alabama Center for Real Estate at The University of Alabama are now available on the Web site http://acre.cba.ua.edu/housing_statistics.php.

UA in the News: November 22-24, 2008

UA beats Auburn in annual food drive – UA study examines plight of Alabama children affected by AIDS — Bryant Drive dedication ceremonies set for Tuesday – UA faculty provide expert commentary on holiday shopping budgets, holiday traffic, possible collapse of Big Three automakers, race in politics – and more…

UA Campus to Open Nov. 28 for Iron Bowl Fans

UA Gameday officials have announced that The University of Alabama campus will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

UA in the News: November 21, 2008

UA student’s invention could prevent water shortage – UA faculty comment on holiday traffic and holiday shopping – Bryant Drive to be re-dedicated next Tuesday – and more…

Report on State Home Building Activity Now Available Through UA’s Center for Real Estate Web Site

The October 2008 New Construction Report, which includes building permits and housing starts, is now posted and available at The University of Alabama’s Center for Real Estate Web site. The address for the site is http://acre.cba.ua.edu/construction_statistics.php