UA in the News: April 18, 2013

New foundry opens on campus – UA cheerleaders deliver check to Children’s Hospital – UA Greek community awards grants to nonprofit groups – UA expert comments on cameras as deterrent to terrorism – UA researchers compile quarterly business index, report on impact of Pell Grant changes – “Show Boat” reviewed – UA to host SEC MBA Case Competition – and more…

UA’s Camp Cash Open for Registration

Middle-school students will see just how much money matters during The University of Alabama’s Camp Cash June 10 through 14.

UA’s Plank Center Hosts ‘Finding That First Job’ Webinar

The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations will host a free webinar, “Building Your Brand & Finding That First Job” on Tuesday, April 23, from 11 a.m. to noon CDT.

UA’s Moundville Park Offers Summer Day Camp

The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park will once again offer its Indian Summer Day Camp to children ages 9 through 13.

Distinguished Professor to Speak at UA on Tracking Social Media

Dr. Arthur G. Cosby, a nationally recognized social scientist, will speak about tracking and analyzing social media to mine scientific data at The University of Alabama April 22.

UA in the News: April 17, 2013

Forensics team places 5th in national tournament – Engineering students compete in aircraft contest – UA Greek Relief builds Habitat homes – UA expert comments on terrorism – and more…

Alabama Political Science Association Meeting at UA Offers Look at Women in Politics

The University of Alabama department of political science will host the 40th annual Alabama Political Science Association meeting from noon Friday, April 19, until 2 p.m. Saturday, April 20 at the Hotel Capstone on campus. This year’s conference will feature papers and presentations on a range of topics including public policy, American politics, international politics and political theory.

UA Social Work Professor Named 2013 Last Lecture Recipient

The University of Alabama Graduate School has announced Dr. Cassandra ” Cassie” Simon, associate professor of social work, is the recipient of the 2013 Last Lecture Award.

UA Enactus Team Wins U.S. Regional Competition

The University of Alabama Enactus team was named a regional champion at the Enactus United States Regional Competition held in Atlanta, one of the organization’s 10 regional competitions being held across the United States in March and April.

Birmingham Broadcaster to Discuss Journalism Ethics in UA’s Mills Lecture

Sherri Jackson, an award-winning broadcaster and news anchor for CBS 42 in Birmingham, will present a lecture Friday, April 26 at 11 a.m. in room 120 of Farrah Hall on The University of Alabama campus.