Nursing Applicants: More than GPAs
It takes more than just high IQs to make good nurses, says Michelle Cheshire, a researcher in The University of Alabama’s Capstone College of Nursing. She suggests “soft skills” should also be considered in deciding which applicants are good fits for nursing programs.
Zzzs Tough for Some to Catch
University of Alabama researcher, Dr. Adam Knowlden, says college students are typically more sleep deprived than the rest of us and often ignore the health benefits of adequate slumber. Knowlden surveyed college students about their sleep behaviors and attitudes. He co-authored an article that published in Family & Community Health.
Ribbon Cutting to Open Intercultural Diversity Center on UA’s Campus
The University of Alabama will have a ribbon cutting ceremony at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1, to open an Intercultural Diversity Center.
Explore the Wild During Hands-On Event at UA Museum
University of Alabama graduate students are taking families on a jungle expedition during this year’s safari-themed Hands-on Family Night at the Alabama Museum of Natural History on UA’s campus.
Dean’s List Students Named for UA Fall 2015 Term
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A total of 10,626 students enrolled during the 2015 fall semester at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean’s List with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the President’s List with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s). The UA Dean’s and President’s lists recognize full-time undergraduate students.
UA Student News for Jan. 26, 2016
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 Capstone Men and Women applications, Jan. 29, noon, 284 Rose Administration Building SGA applications for executive and senate positions, Feb. 4, 6 p.m. Peer Leader applications, Feb. 5, 5 p.m.
Challenge Generates $3.6 Million in Support for UA’s Culverhouse Students
More than 1,000 donors participated in a Florida business executive’s challenge to support University of Alabama business students, generating more than $3.6 million for young UA scholars within three months.
UA’s Golden Flake A-Day Game Scheduled for April 16
The 2016 Golden Flake A-Day Spring Football Game will be held Saturday, April 16, at 1 p.m. at Bryant-Denny Stadium on The University of Alabama campus.
State Education, Child Advocacy Leaders to Take Part in Conference at UA
Children’s advocacy leaders and education experts will meet at The University of Alabama on Jan. 26 to address various child and family needs and to explore ways to improve the quality of life in Alabama.