UA freshmen move into residence halls – Sorority Bid Day – Alabama reform advocates to be honored at annual Bailey Thomson Awards Luncheon – UA arboretum sponsors “Birds of Prey” exhibit – UA economist comments on Alabama wages – UA MFA student’s art is cast iron – Movie about Coach Saban to open soon
Nursing education at The University of Alabama will become a more interactive experience when the new Capstone College of Nursing building opens for classes this week.
The University of Alabama’s 2010-2011 Celebrity Series will dazzle audiences with internationally acclaimed stars ranging from soloists from the Russian National Orchestra to an award-winning bluegrass band.
The University of Alabama’s College of Arts and Sciences will present an exhibit of works from UA’s Paul R. Jones Collection of American Art, “Branching Out: Surrounding the Spiral Group,” in the art gallery of the UA Ferguson Center Sept. 7-30.
Honors College freshmen arrive early for service-learning projects – UA study shows dangers of texting while driving – UA experts comment on pain thresholds, home sales and politics
UA, Auburn economists look at sales and income tax lost due to the Gulf oil spill – UA faculty comment on using metal detectors in public schools, safe driving – and more…
Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia and a University of Alabama alumnus, will launch the Liberty and Power Lecture Series at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, at the Ferguson Center Auditorium.
Kansas, the rock band known for such hits as “Carry on Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind,” will perform with The University of Alabama’s Huxford Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, and Friday, Sept. 10, in the Concert Hall of Moody Music Building.
UA’s CBER releases reports on Alabama income trends and business confidence – Praise for UA’s online student ticket system – UA communication prof comments on effect of Sarah Palin on women in politics – UA grad student finalist in Ghirardelli contest
The University of Alabama will welcome incoming freshmen and transfer students with a movie night, community service event, pool party and a shopping trip to Target as part of the Week of Welcome Friday, Aug. 13-Thursday, Aug. 19.