UA’s HES to Present Jack Davis Alumni Awards
The University of Alabama College of Human Environmental Sciences will present the Jack Davis Professional Achievement Awards during upcoming homecoming activities on campus.
UA Social Work Colloquium to Focus on Evidence-Based Practice
Dr. Bruce Thyer, professor and former dean at the Florida State University School of Social Work, will give a talk on “Evidence-Based Practice: Myths and Misconceptions,” at noon Monday, Oct. 12, 2015, in room 104 of Little Hall at The University of Alabama.
UA in the News: Oct. 6, 2015
Researchers design material that slows light more effectively – Professor co-authors bank study – UA kicks off homecoming – Criminal justice profess studies mass shootings – Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger – Law School gets high ‘smart rank’ – English professor discusses portrayal of black women in literature … and more …
South African Professor to Speak at UA on Post-Apartheid Education System
The United States and South Africa face similar challenges in dealing with race, poverty and education, according to a South African researcher who’ll speak Thursday at The University of Alabama.
UA to Dedicate Cuba Center; Analyst to Discuss U.S.-Cuba Relations
A dedication ceremony for The University of Alabama’s new Center for Cuba Collaboration and Scholarship will be held Thursday, Oct. 15 at Capital Hall on UA’s Bryce campus. In conjunction with the dedication, special guest Dr. Peter Kornbluh, a senior analyst for the National Security Archive, will present a lecture on “The Secret Story of How Washington and Havana Normalized Diplomatic Relations.”
UA Student News for Oct. 6, 2015
Click on http://uanews.ua.edu/category/ua-student-news/ to view UA Student News on UA’s website if you have problems reading the email subscription. Submit your news at http://uanews.ua.edu/submit-student. DEADLINES Homecoming Queen Election, Oct. 6, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Undergraduate research grant applications, Oct. 23 Beyond Bama winter-break service-trip applications, Oct. 28 Education Abroad Photo Contest entries, Oct. 29, 5 p.m.
UA in the News: Oct. 3-5, 2015
Five inducted into communication hall of fame – Criminal justice professor discusses role of “glory” in mass shootings – UA joins national initiative to increase diversity in STEM fields – Student raises funds for Oregon victims – Students to publish new magazine – Public administration expert weighs in on construction of civic complexes by select municipalities – Alumni join social social work hall of fame … and more …
UA Researchers Design Material that More Effectively Slows Light
Researchers at The University of Alabama designed and made a material that manipulates the speed of light in a new, more effective way than previous methods, according to findings recently published in Scientific Reports by the Nature Publishing Group.
Nursing Leaders to be Inducted into UA-Sponsored Hall of Fame
Five nursing professionals will be inducted into the eighth annual Alabama Nursing Hall of Fame on Oct. 8. Established by The University of Alabama’s Capstone College of Nursing’s Board of Visitors in March 2001, the Hall of Fame was created to honor nurses and others who, through their work and accomplishments, have brought honor and fame to the profession of nursing and the state of Alabama.
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This week at The University of Alabama: Homecoming – Researcher finds mergers ineffective for largest banks – Native American Festival — Beat Auburn Beat Hunger – Music expert available to discusses selecting tutor for your child – Veteran studies PTSD