UA in the News: November 2, 2012
Dr. Judy Bonner named UA’s first woman president – Vietnam veteran receives Purple Heart at ceremony on UA campus – UA musical theatre production reviewed – UA to co-host 2014 NCAA gymnastics championship – and more…
UA Guest to Present on Combating Adolescent Substance Abuse
Guest speaker Dr. Lori K. Holleran Steiker, associate professor of social work at the University of Texas at Austin, will discus substance abuse issues in social work during a presentation at The University of Alabama’s School of Social Work Colloquium Series.
UA in the News: November 1, 2012
Dr. Judy Bonner named UA president – Dr. Guy Bailey steps down – Student fulfills dream as UA football player – UA biologist researches the disgestive system of snakes – Student activities and events
UA Hosting Campus Events for Veterans Week
The University of Alabama Office of Veteran and Military Affairs is hosting a series of events across campus Nov. 7-16 in recognition of Veterans Week.
CHES Professor at UA Receives Educator of the Year Award
Dr. Tyra W. Hilliard, associate professor in The University of Alabama College of Human Environmental Sciences, has received the 2012 Educator of the Year Award from the Professional Convention Management Association.
Trustees Name Judy Bonner New UA President
Statement from Dr. Robert E. Witt, chancellor of The University of Alabama System: I am pleased to announce that Dr. Judy Bonner has been unanimously elected president of The University of Alabama effective immediately. Having had the pleasure of working with Dr. Bonner for the last 10 years, I can say firsthand that she is one of the most intelligent, well-focused and forward-thinking academic administrators in the nation. She began her career at the Capstone in 1981 and has achieved the highest measure of excellence as a faculty member, department chair, dean, executive vice president and provost, and most recently as interim president. Please join me in congratulating President Bonner on her election. She is a tremendous asset to The University of Alabama, The University of Alabama System, and the state of Alabama.
Study of Trends in PR Reveals Digital, Gender, Generational Shifts, According to UA Plank Center
The largest and most global examination to date into the state of public relations profiles a profession being reshaped by forces as current as digital networks and as timeless as generational divides.
UA in the News: October 31, 2012
UA receives National Science Foundation grant for physics education – UA prof wins award for mental health research – UA expert comments on Superstorm Sandy – UA students receive scholarships from best-selling author – and more…
Announcement from University of Alabama President Guy Bailey
University of Alabama President Guy Bailey’s statement:
Today I have notified Chancellor Witt that I am stepping down as President of The University of Alabama. This is a decision my wife Jan and I made together after much discussion about how we can best address her health, which is the most important priority in our lives. By announcing this decision today, I hope the Board of Trustees will be in a position to take the next appropriate steps during its meeting in Tuscaloosa this week. We want to thank the faculty, staff, students, alumni and our many friends for your warm welcome. My family and I appreciate your understanding and your prayers.
UA in the News: October 30, 2012
UA’s Management Information Systems program ranked 16th nationally – UA School of Law, ABA award Harper Lee Prize – Philosopher Frank Jackson, author Winston Groom speak on campus – UA experts comment on Alabama’s economy, Hurricane Sandy, state chief justice race – Events – and more…