Former UA, Penn State President Joab Thomas Dies

Dr. Joab Thomas, president emeritus of both The University of Alabama and The Pennsylvania State University and former chancellor of North Carolina State University, died Monday, March 3 in Tuscaloosa.

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This week at The University of Alabama: UA student earns award from U.S. State Department – UA experts comment on trial of Abu Ghaith, climate change, how to have a healthy spring break and what to do about warts – Symposium on Diversity planned – Upcoming events include Rose Gladney Lecture, Digital Media Center grand opening, Mental Health Monologues

UA Matters: Having a Healthy Spring Break

It’s almost that time of year — spring break. While it’s definitely an occasion to let loose and have some fun, anyone planning on enjoying the much-awaited break should also use some caution. The University of Alabama’s Dr. Jennifer Clem offers several tips on how to have a healthy and safe spring break. Be smart about

UA in the News: Feb. 28, 2014

UA researchers use shrimp shells to mine uranium from the ocean – UA expert studies gender gap in Olympics coverage – Million Dollar Band marches in Mardi Gras parade – Fraternity hosts blood drive – Former UA law prof works in sports law

UA’s TCF Department Chooses Scriptwriting Contest Winners

The grand prize winner in a University of Alabama screenwriting contest, a telecommunication and film student from Mobile, will receive a $5,000 cash prize.

UA in the News: Feb. 27, 2014

UA sports communication expert studies gender gap in Olympics coverage – Business students build Habitat house – UA researchers use shrimp shells to mine uranium from the ocean – Moundville Archaeological Park to host ‘Knap-In” – Students prepare for Dance Marathon – Body image events held – and more…

UA Museum’s Science Sunday to Focus on Astronomy

Visitors to the Alabama Museum of Natural History have opportunity to learn more about astronomy during the museum’s next Science Sunday, a free event scheduled for March 2 in Smith Hall, on The University of Alabama campus.

UA in the News: Feb. 26, 2014

UA expert studies gender gap in Olympics coverage – Sports communication symposium speaker to discuss gay student-athletes – Wendell Hudson writes book – UA students win journalism awards – UA plans for Bryce property – UA funds research on rare earth metals through Defense Department grant – Symposium to focus on diversity issues – and more…

UA Faculty, Students Win National BEA Awards

Representatives from The University of Alabama’s telecommunication and film department recently brought home three top paper awards, along with multiple media awards.

UA’s Moundville Park Hosts 14th Annual Knap-In

The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park invites the community to witness an ancient art during its 14th annual Knap-In March 7-9.