UA’s Annual Economic Outlook Conference Set for Jan.15

What does 2015 hold for Alabama’s economy? Economists and representatives from The University of Alabama and its Culverhouse College of Commerce will answer that question this week at the 27th annual Economic Outlook Conference in Montgomery.

UA in the News: Jan. 10-12, 2015

UA, Pickens County explore health partnership – Long-time journalism speaks to Honors College class – Alabama Firsts organized to support first-generation students – School of Music hosts pianist – Dual degree students earn two bachelor’s degrees – Former UA student from Paris comments on terrorist attacks – Traditional books still top e-books among students

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Recognizes UA’s Garner

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recently recognized Margaret P. Garner, University of Alabama associate professor and interim executive director of the Student Health center, as a Fellow.

UA Student Entrepreneurs to Pitch Platinum Alternative

A University of Alabama business start-up team, composed of students focusing on a less costly replacement for the precious metal platinum, will compete against other entrepreneurs in the first round of the 2015 Alabama Launchpad Competition Jan. 23.

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This week at The University of Alabama: CeCe Winans to headline Realizing the Dream concert – Student team competes against seasoned entrepreneurs in Alabama Launchpad – Economic Outlook Conference set for Thursday – UA expert offers tips for giving a room an inexpensive facelift

Memory Motivation: Relative’s Struggle Inspires Researcher

Memory Motivation: Relative’s Struggle Inspires Researcher

A nursing professor’s intervention program is designed to improve seniors’ memories for everyday events like taking medications and paying bills.

UA Matters: Giving Your Room a Facelift … On a Budget

The University of Alabama’s Stephanie Sickler shares a few tips to liven up any interior space without busting your budget.

UA in the News: Jan. 9, 2015

UA doctoral student in social work profiled – Former Tide football player, now in the NFL, works to finish degree – UA-archived photos featured on Twitter feed – Students brave cold temperatures to get to class

Edelbrock Named Dean of UA College of Continuing Studies

Dr. Craig S. Edelbrock has been named dean of the College of Continuing Studies at The University of Alabama. Edelbrock comes to UA from Penn State University where he has served as chancellor of the School of Graduate Professional Studies, associate dean of the Graduate School and professor of human development and family studies since 2008.

UA in the News: Jan. 8, 2015

UA startup company places second at international innovation competition – Alumni create scholarship for public policy grad students – UA profs make predictions for new year – James Hood’s papers to be displayed in Gadsden – UA holiday traffic report cited – OLLI program offers courses for seniors – and more…