UA alumni chapter to offer informational session about higher education
Tuscaloosa News – Nov. 5
The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa alumni chapter is hosting an information session for high school students and those considering further pursuing their education. This free event will take place at Northridge High School, 2901 Northridge Road in Tuscaloosa, from 6-7:30 p.m. Nov. 17 Administrators from Auburn University, Samford University, Shelton State Community College, Stillman College, UA, the Army, the Army Reserve, the Marine Corps and the Navy will be available for questions. The event will provide information about requirements for college admission, how to fill out college applications, how to highlight high school activities and accomplishments to optimize opportunities, financial aid and scholarships, how to schedule campus visits, dual credit and more.
Human Cost Rises as Old Bridges, Dams and Roads Go Unrepaired
New York Times – Nov. 5
A routine trip to run errands almost cost Katherine Dean her life. In February, just as Ms. Dean, of suburban Maryland, drove underneath a bridge on the Capital Beltway, a large chunk of concrete fell from the structure, crushing the hood of her car and smashing the windshield. She was unharmed, but the incident left her shaken. After the news media picked up her story, the state apologized to her, and state officials ordered an immediate inspection of other aging bridges along the suburban route encircling Washington, also known as Interstate 495 … The fund is nearly insolvent because it is based on a gas tax that is set at 18.4 cents a gallon. The tax has not been raised since 1993 and is not indexed to inflation. Also, the greater fuel efficiency of modern cars has reduced gas usage. “We can bury our heads in the sand and keep on keeping on until something falls down,” said Michael E. Kreger, a professor of civil engineering at the University of Alabama. “It’s like a car that you don’t do anything to but change the oil. At some point, it’s going to leave you on the side of the road.”
MSN.com – Nov. 5
Mass shootings: We remember until we forget
The Diamondback (College Park, Maryland) – Nov. 5
Kent State. Columbine. Virginia Tech. Sandy Hook. Umpqua. These academic institutions will forever be etched into the forefront of our minds, not for the great learning that has occurred within their walls, but for the great tragedies that have transpired on their premises. Above each of these campuses waves the American flag. Proudly displayed, it symbolizes a sense of unity, of strength and of community throughout difficult times. In the wake of these massacres, we come together as a nation to grieve as one people and mourn as one body … Using the same definition of a mass shooting, the United States accounts for 31 percent of global mass shootings despite representing less than 5 percent of the world’s population, according to University of Alabama professor Adam Lankford. Those figures mean we live in the nation with the most mass shootings in the world.
Alabama Gameday: Newly finished Alberta bridge should make fan travel in Tuscaloosa much easier
Al.com – Nov. 5
Good news for Alabama fans traveling to and from Tuscaloosa for another busy game weekend. The Alabama Department of Transportation announced this week the Alberta City Bridge opened back up to traffic on Thursday. The announcement marks the completion of the project to replace the bridge, which spans 19th Avenue. Initially, the bridge will be open to vehicular traffic only, as the sidewalks will remain closed to pedestrian traffic, according to ALDOT. The sidewalks will be opened to pedestrian traffic after some final activities are completed. The $4.9 million bridge replacement project was expected to be completed and open to traffic in December, but crews were able to complete construction early. UA Gameday released the following statement on how this affects routes on Saturdays:
Bryant-Denny Do’s and Don’ts
WVUA (Tuscaloosa) – Nov. 5
With the potential of rain at game time, we want to remind you of what you can and cannot take into Bryant-Denny stadium. If you’re thinking of brining an umbrella, don’t. According to The University of Alabama, umbrellas are not allowed inside the stadium.
UA nursing students help victims of Birmingham’s Trade Towers fire
Fox 6 (Birmingham) – Nov. 5
Officials with the American Red Cross say University of Alabama Nursing students are helping the residents of Birmingham’s Trade Towers. The residents, many who are mentally and physically handicapped, had to move out of the apartment building after a fire last week.
Mother of Matt Damon speaks at UA
WVUA (Tuscaloosa) – Nov. 5
As her son takes over the big screen this mother is taking back childhood. The mother of actor Matt Damon and author of “Taking Back Childhood” Nancy Carlson Paige paid a visit to The University of Alabama for a workshop exploring child development. Nancy has been speaking and teaching about child development for more than 30 years.
Dance Alabama starts next week
WVUA (Tuscaloosa) – Nov. 5
Dance Alabama returns to the Capstone next week at Morgan Hall. Dance Alabama happens each semester giving students who want to be choreographers and dancers the hands-on opportunity to showcase their talent.
Gameday in Tuscaloosa
WVUA (Tuscaloosa) – Nov. 5
It is going to be a busy weekend in Tuscaloosa. The ESPN College Gameday crew is already in town. They are setting up for the much anticipated game this Saturday as Alabama takes on LSU.Kickoff is planned for 7 p.m. on CBS. This is Gameday’s second visit to Tuscaloosa this season.