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 …

‘This is Tomorrow’

‘This is Tomorrow’

A materials science camp is one of several initiatives where The University of Alabama reaches into K-12 classrooms through its direct interaction with elementary, middle and high-school teachers.

UA Journalism Names Mobile Native as Cason Award Winner

Frye Gaillard, author and former news reporter and columnist, has been selected for The University of Alabama journalism department’s nonfiction writing award.

High School Students Honored as Winners in UA’s ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ Essay Contest

School winners in The University of Alabama’s 11th annual “To Kill a Mockingbird” Essay Contest for high school students were recognized with a luncheon and awards ceremony Friday, Jan.27.

UA PR Students to Kickoff Childhood Obesity-Awareness Campaign

University of Alabama advertising and public relations students will implement the “It’s Your Move!” campaign at the Tuscaloosa YMCA to empower children to make better choices after school for a healthier lifestyle.

UA in the News: February 1, 2012

UA economic report says immigration law will cost state billions – UA sets dates for A-Day, homecoming – Mayor sees benefits from BCS – UA student featured on CNN – Events planned for African-American History Month – and more…

UA Professor Wins Entry to Dance Film Festival

A film by Sarah M. Barry, assistant professor of dance in The University of Alabama’s department of theatre and dance, has been selected for the 2012 San Francisco Dance Film Festival.