UA researcher studies link between arthritis pain, sleep problems – Theta Chi fraternity brothers raise funds for suicide prevention – Former Fox 6 anchor inducted into Communication Hall of Fame – UA expert comments on Truman Capote’s editing of Joanne Carson’s memoir – Moundville Native American Festival draws visitors – Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger food drive kicks off – and more…
David Higdon will open students to the world of NASCAR at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, in 216 Reese Phifer. The event is free and open to the public. As the integrated marketing communications managing director of NASCAR, Higdon plays a major role in the development of communication strategies and in overseeing communication initiatives across the company. Higdon will discuss the initiatives UA’s Program in Sports Communication has established with NASCAR.
This week at The University of Alabama: Psychology professors receive grants to expand Coping Power program – Social work professor studies ways to stem adolescent marijuana use – Research shows views on evolution shaped by church attendance – Researchers develop new method for making electrical cellulose fibers – Pilot program offers med students option to follow patients over time – UA experts offer tips on talking to kids about sex, what to know if breast cancer runs in your family – Events include Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger kickoff, exhibit, lecture and more
National Fossil Day at the Alabama Museum of Natural History on The University of Alabama’s campus features new fossil displays, 3-D printing, interactive children’s activities and more.
The University of Alabama’s Dr. Melanie Tucker offers a few tips for talking with your children about sex.
The University of Alabama chapter of Relay for Life will host its first-ever Oktoberfest from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, at the Kappa Alpha Order house on campus.
The University of Alabama Community Service Center launches the 21st annual Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a kickoff event at UA’s Ferguson Plaza. The food drive, which benefits the West Alabama Food Bank, continues through Friday, Nov. 21.
Five inducted into UA Communication Hall of Fame – UA expert comments on rural doctor shortage – UA study shows college students likely to be sleep deprived – Women’s Resource Center offers help for those affected by domestic violence
The University of Alabama’s Capstone College of Nursing Dean Dr. Suzanne S. Prevost and graduate faculty member Dr. Marietta P. Stanton will become Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing (AAN). They will be inducted, along with alumnae and former CCN senior associate dean Dr. Marsha Howell Adams .
Four honored with Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Awards – SGA funds student research – UA legal expert comments on right to die debate – Dance Alabama to host dance jam – Law school hosts ‘Wills for Heroes’ clinic – Moundville Native American Festival begins – and more…