Petroleum Alternatives Expert to Present UA Darden Lecture

A researcher whose patents have been commercialized for producing cellulose-based ethanol as an automotive fuel will present the 10th annual Darden Lecture April 3 at 7 p.m. in the Biology Building, room 127, on The University of Alabama campus.

Snead State, UA Partnership Offers Nurses Mobility

Advanced nursing degrees are within easier reach for local registered nurses through a new Internet-based partnership between Snead State Community College and The University of Alabama’s Capstone College of Nursing.

2008 Premier Award Winners Announced at UA

Recipients of the 2008 Premier Awards – the top individual honors for scholarship, leadership and service at The University of Alabama – were announced by UA President Robert E. Witt on Friday, Feb. 29 at a recognition ceremony.

UA in the News: March 4, 2008

Klibanoff to receive Cason Award – Commentary on politics, history

UA’s Phi Delta Theta Fraternity and Chi Omega Sorority Host Cook Out for Make-A-Wish

Phi Delta Theta fraternity and Chi Omega sorority at The University of Alabama will host a cook out benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation March 6 beginning at 5 p.m. at the Phi Delta Theta house.

UA in the News: March 1-3, 2008

Country superstar Alan Jackson to perform at A-Day – UA researchers find link to autism in brain deficiency – UA wind ensemble performs at Enterprise tornado anniversary ceremony – UA prof authors children’s book – UA faculty comment on teens and seat belts, and America’s debt problem – New Honors College director implements changes – UA events – Student Honors – and more…

University of Alabama Hosts Gridiron Bash™ this Spring: Alan Jackson to Perform at Bryant-Denny Stadium

The University of Alabama and New York City-based MSL Sports and Entertainment today announced that the University will host Gridiron Bash™ The Ultimate Fan Competition™ the day before the annual A-Day Game. The event – the first of its kind at Bryant-Denny Stadium – will take place April 11 and include a live performance by Grammy award-winning country singer-song writer Alan Jackson, as well as a giant pep rally introducing the team, appearances by coaches, video highlights, and other festive fan activities.

UA in the News: February 29, 2008

UA composition memorializes Enterprise tornado victims – UAPD officer honored – Dance event benefits Community Music School – Sakura Festival planned

Self-Defense ‘SHARP’ Course for Women Offered at UA

The University of Alabama Women’s Resource Center is sponsoring a SHARP (Sexual Harassment, Assault & Rape Prevention) self-defense course on Monday, March 3, and Wednesday, March 5, from 6-10 p.m. at the UA Student Recreation Center free of charge to female students, faculty and staff.

UA Gets High Marks — Listed on President’s Honor Roll for Distinguished Community Service

The University of Alabama was named by the Corporation for National and Community Service to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service efforts and service to disadvantaged youth.