UA Researcher Finds Possible Lipid Metabolism Disorder in Children with Autism

University of Alabama researcher Dr. Yasmin Neggers, a professor of human nutrition and hospitality management, found a possible lipid metabolism disorder in children with autism.

LeaderShape Applications Open to UA Students for Summer Program

University of Alabama students interested in participating in an interactive leadership development experience are invited to apply for the LeaderShape Institute, held in Atlanta July 29-Aug. 3.

UA in the News: February 23, 2012

UA freshman demonstrates ‘The Face’ on national television – UA expert comments on home sales – ‘Discovering Alabama’ host to speak – Theater production reviewed – Alabama Public Radio hosts kitchens tour – Events – and more…

Pottery Stands Out in Gathering at UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park

“Fusing Red Earth,” a gathering and exhibition of potters, scholars, museum professionals and others interested in Southeastern Indian pottery, will be from Wednesday, March 28, to Saturday, March, 31, at Moundville Archaeological Park, part of The University of Alabama Museums.

Sophomore Wins 2012 Miss UA Crown

University of Alabama student Caitlin Brunell, a sophomore dance major from Morristown, N.J., was selected as the 2012 Miss UA from a field of 18 contestants during a recent competition held at the Bama Theatre.

Career Center Director Named at UA

John Travis Railsback has been named executive director of The University of Alabama Career Center.

UA in the News: February 22, 2012

UA student garners national attention for ‘The Face’ – UA filmmaker’s documentary chosen for SXSW festival – Politico editor speaks at UA – UA houses collection of African-American cookbooks – Creative writing prof’s e-book raises funds for tornado relief – and more…

UA Wheelchair Basketball Teams Invite Fans to ‘Fill Foster Friday’ for Televised Tournament

The University of Alabama men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball teams are hosting their final collegiate tournament of the season Friday-Saturday, Feb. 24-25, with opening games in Foster Auditorium.

UA Student News for Feb. 21, 2012

Click on http://uanews.ua.edu/student to view UA Student News on UA’s website if you have problems reading the email subscription. DEADLINES TO REMEMBER Application for UA Away scholarship, March 1, 5 p.m., 254 Rose Administration Building Application for UA Student Recruitment Team, March 2, noon, 203 Student Services Building Nominations for Capstone Inspiring Educator Award, March

UA in the News: February 21, 2012

Young entrepreneurs learn success at UA – NOAA to break ground for National Water Center – Jazz quintet to perform on campus – Engineering professor provides gas price commentary –
Former foster care students succeed at UA – and more …