UA Honors College to Expand Education Outreach Program

The University of Alabama Honors College is expanding its Education Outreach program beginning in 2016. Some 265 Honors College students participate in three mentoring initiatives: a literacy program for elementary students; a character development program for middle school students; and a science, technology, engineering, arts and math program for pre-kindergarten children.

UA in the News: Dec. 11-14

Graduate re-focuses on volunteer work –  NIH funds researcher’s work to aid elderly with mobility – SACS reaffirms UA’s accreditation – UA working to improve buildings’ earthquake resistance – Religion expert discusses meditation center’s zoning challenges – Religious studies professor talks about organization’s role within mosques – UA law professor discusses impact of federal investigations into allegations of police misconduct – Students’ economic impacts  … and more …

UA Preview

This week at The University of Alabama: – Annual faculty prediction package released – Foundation provides $1 million for adult learning – Holidays dangerous time for young drivers — Experts offer tips on improving sleep quality, stocking stuffers for children

UA Matters: How to Improve Sleep Quality

The University of Alabama’s Dr. Norma G. Cuellar offers sleep hygiene tips for improving your sleep.

The Bernard Osher Foundation Provides Additional $1 Million to UA for Lifelong Learners

The University of Alabama has received a $1 million grant from The Bernard Osher Foundation to support and endow continuing education opportunities for mature students.

Winter Commencement Highlights

The University of Alabama tradition culminated for UA’s Winter 2015 graduates when they received their diplomas Saturday, December 12 in Coleman Coliseum.

Winter 2015 Graduates Announced at UA

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama will award some 2,200 degrees during winter commencement Saturday, Dec 12, on campus. With this graduating class, UA will have awarded more than 249,000 degrees since its founding in 1831 as the state’s first public university. Students listed as candidates to receive degrees include:

UA in the News: Dec. 9-10, 2015

Engineers to develop towers to survive earthquakes – Computer scientist works to bring coding into K-12 classrooms – Business experts discuss impact of state’s auto boom – Super Store celebrates anniversary – Law professor discusses investigations of law enforcements agencies – Startups seek funding via business competition … and more …

UA Earns Reaffirmation of its Accreditation

The University of Alabama has earned reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.