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 in the News: August 26, 2009

New College moves into Lloyd Hall – UA offer students textbook rentals – UA studies effectiveness of seat belts on school buses – UA events – UA honors – and more…

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 in the News: August 25, 2009

Supe Store starts textbook rental program — UA SGA helps students by providing emergency loans — SGA sponsors event to meet local political candidates

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.

Two UA Chemistry Majors Named Hollings Scholars

Two University of Alabama students have received National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarships for 2009–2010.

UA in the News: August 22-24, 2009

UA’s Rise school attracts families outside of Tuscaloosa – UA professor studies salamanders – UA faculty provide expert commentary on healthcare reform legislation, Alabama’s unemployment rate, prison education – Blackburn Institute names new director – New director of construction engineering – UA events – UA honors – and more…