Scholarship, Leadership to be Recognized at UA During Honors Week

The University of Alabama will recognize the achievement of outstanding students and faculty during 2009 Honors Week activities on campus April 6-10.

Easter Egg Hunt to be Hosted by UA Panhellenic

The University of Alabama Panhellenic Association will host their annual Community Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5, from 2-4 p.m. on the front lawn of the UA President’s Mansion.

February ’09 Report on State Home Building Activity Now Available Through UA Center’s Web Site

The February 2009 New Construction Report for Alabama, 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.

UA’s Multiple Abilities Program Receives National Recognition

The University of Alabama’s Multiple Abilities Program has received a prestigious award from the International Reading Association: a certificate of distinction that commends the program for exemplary preparation of pre-service teachers in the area of literacy.

February 09 State Housing Report Now Available Through UA’s Center for Real Estate Web Site

The February 2009 Alabama housing report 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/housing_statistics.php

‘Palace of Illusions’ Novelist Divakaruni to Speak, Sign Books at UA

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, the acclaimed author of the novels “Palace of Illusions” and “The Mistress of Spices,” will speak at 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 13, at 227 Gallalee Hall on The University of Alabama campus. The event is free and open to the public; a book-signing and reception will follow.

African-American Seniors with HIV Hold Shame Inside, According to UA Study

Older African-Americans with HIV/AIDS frequently draw upon their spiritual beliefs to cope with the disease but rarely disclose it to friends inside or outside the church, according to a study conducted by University of Alabama researchers.

Asia Interest Week at UA Presents Film, Music and Scholarship

Films, lectures and cultural programs highlight Asia Interest Week at The University of Alabama.

UA Helps Sponsor Community Festival March 28 at Holt High School

The Holt Community Partnership, a collaboration between The University of Alabama and Holt High School, is sponsoring a community festival at Holt High School Saturday, March 28, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

High School Students Named Winners in UA Physics Contest

Talented high school students from across the Southeast were recently on campus to compete in the 33rd annual University of Alabama High School Physics Contest.