UA Awards 20 Osher Reentry Scholarships
The University of Alabama has awarded 20 tuition-only scholarships of $2,500 each through the Osher Reentry Scholarship Program.
Preventive Medicine Topic of UA’s 10th Annual Rural Health Conference
Preventive medicine will be the focus of The University of Alabama’s 10th annual Rural Health Conference, Sept. 17-18 at the Bryant Conference Center on the UA campus and the Hotel Capstone next door.
UA’s Celebrity Series Showcases Internationally Acclaimed Stars
The University of Alabama’s 2009-2010 Celebrity Series will feature internationally acclaimed stars ranging from a Russian flutist to an acoustic guitar duo. The five-concert series begins Oct. 6.
Zipcar Launches Car Sharing Program at UA
Zipcar Inc. and The University of Alabama department of transportation services have announced the launch of Zipcar’s car-sharing program on the UA campus.
Westbrook to Direct UA Blackburn Institute
Dr. Philip Westbrook, assistant professor of educational leadership, policy and technology studies, has been named director of the UA Blackburn Institute, a preeminent student leadership agency on campus.
Housing Report, New Home Construction Numbers on UA Web Site
A housing report from The University of Alabama’s Alabama Center for Real Estate shows the state’s home sales for July up 2.5 percent from June and down 8 percent from July 2008.
Flu Update for August 26, 2009
The Student Health Center continues to see students who are exhibiting flu-like symptoms. The illness is generally mild; however, it is important for students who have flu to avoid contact with others as much as possible.
UA Student News for Aug. 25, 2009
DATES TO REMEMBER This Week Student Involvement Week Aug. 26 Get on Board Day, the Quad Aug. 27 United Greek Council Convocation, 360 Ferguson Center, 7 p.m. Get Involved, Get Creative, Maxwell Hall, 7 p.m. Aug. 28 Greekfest, Fraternity Row, 6 p.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS Section of Campus Drive to be repaved on Friday, Aug. 28. The
UA’s Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute to be Part of Global Observance
The Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute at The University of Alabama will join more than 650 organizations in the United States to observe Global Entrepreneurship Week Nov. 16 – 22.
UA College of Engineering to Host Open House
The University of Alabama College of Engineering will host Engineering Day, or E-Day, an open house for high school students and their families Thursday, Oct. 1 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.