UA Students Head Out to Serve Communities for Alternative Breaks

The University of Alabama’s Center for Service and Leadership is sending five teams of more than 100 UA students, as well as leaders, on “Beyond Bama: Alternative Break” from Saturday, March 12, to Sunday, March 20.

Want to Avoid a Cold? Try a Tattoo or Twenty, says UA Researcher

There’s no known cure for the common cold, but receiving multiple tattoos can strengthen your immunological responses, potentially making you heartier in fighting off common infections, according to research by a trio of University of Alabama scholars.

UA Suicide Awareness

UA Suicide Awareness

If you need help, call: 205-348-5454, 800-273-8255 (open 24 hours) or text BAMA to 741-741

University to Host Civil Engineering Conference

The University of Alabama will host the American Society of Civil Engineers Southeast Student Conference on March 10-12, bringing about 1,000 students, professors and support staff to campus.

UA In the News — March 5-7

Easter egg hunt at President’s Mansion — Lecture on suicide in America — Preschoolers at Alabama Museum of Natural History — and more.

UA Preview

This week at The University of Alabama: What makes us happy at work? – Pediatric cancer study needs participants – Engineering hosts bridge, canoe contests – Annual Knap-In offers activities for all ages – Museum hosts K-2nd program – Source available for commentary on transitioning to work after baby

UA Professor to Aid Park Service in Mapping of Florida Bay

UA Professor to Aid Park Service in Mapping of Florida Bay

The National Parks Service commissioned a University of Alabama faculty member to create a map of Florida Bay in Everglades National Park. UA researchers are developing an accurate map of the channels and flats to help ensure the conservation of the bay.

UA In the News — March 4

Saturday in the Park at Moundville — Black is Beautiful art show — Quake-resistant wood towers — and more.

Physics Teams from High Schools Take Prizes at UA Contest

Physics Teams from High Schools Take Prizes at UA Contest

More than 280 students representing 14 schools recently competed in The University of Alabama’s annual high school physics contest.

UA’s Plank Center to Host Free Webinar on Getting a Job in Public Relations

The Plank Center for Leadership in Public Relations, located at The University of Alabama, will host a free, one-hour webinar titled, “Getting a Job in Public Relations,” Monday, March 7, starting at 2 p.m.