UA in the News: February 4-6, 2012
UA professor’s research looks at connection between autism and nutrition – Faculty experts comment on unionization, student loans, Super Bowl ads – CBER report looks at immigration law – Events – and more…
Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame to Hold 2012 Ceremony
The State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame will induct five individuals and honor a corporation and two projects Feb. 18 during a ceremony at the Westin Hotel in Huntsville.
500 Middle, High-School Students Travel to UA for Science Olympiad
More than 500 students are expected to participate in the 2012 regional Science Olympiad competition at The University of Alabama Saturday, Feb. 18.
UA in the News: February 3, 2012
Economist’s study outlines impact of immigration law – Mobile native named Cason Award winner – Center for Ethics & Social Responsibility initiative rewards tornado victim – Biologist uses snakes in human heart research – Sorority encourages Ronald McDonald House donations – and more …
Time Warner Executive to Address UA Students
Ellen East, executive vice president and chief communications officer for Time Warner Cable, will deliver the 15th Koten Distinguished Lecture in Public Relations Feb. 9.
Aronov Lecture at UA Focuses on Democratic Social Life in Light of Controversies
Dr. Ann Pellegrini, associate professor of performance studies and religious studies at New York University, will speak on “Discomforting Democracy: Religion, Performance, and the Space of Political Exchange” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, in 205 Gorgas Library on The University of Alabama campus.
Tornado Victim Wins $10,000 Savings Initiative Prize through UA Center for Ethics
The University of Alabama Center for Ethics & Social Responsibility announced the first grand prize winner in its prize-linked savings initiative, SaveNow WinLater, with a surprise visit to Myra Jackson of Birmingham.
NPHC to Hold Unity Week at UA
The University of Alabama chapter of the National Pan-Hellenic Council is hosting NPHC Unity Week events Saturday-Wednesday, Feb. 4-8.
Valentine-O-Grams, Concert Part of UA Theater Honor Society Fundraising Events
Students in The University of Alabama theater honor society Alpha Psi Omega are taking a new twist on the singing telegram this Valentine’s Day by selling Valentine-O-Grams as part of their philanthropy fund raising.
UA in the News: February 2, 2012
UA economist analyzes impact of immigration law – Law professor co-launches new legal blog – Students kick off obesity-awareness campaign – UA celebrates African-American history month – Professor’s film selected for San Francisco Dance Film Festival – Transportation researcher honored – and more …