Shelter from the Storm

Shelter from the Storm

Could homeowners have protection from high winds at a more affordable price than traditional storm shelters provide? Answering that question is the goal of research inside an innovative University of Alabama lab designed to help the construction and insurance industries.

Mental Illness Hits Closer to Home Than You Might Think

Mental Illness Hits Closer to Home Than You Might Think

Access to mental health care and being able to afford care are the two biggest challenges people face, says one University of Alabama psychologist.

Acclaimed Author Margaret Atwood to Present Lecture Nov. 14

Acclaimed Author Margaret Atwood to Present Lecture Nov. 14

Margaret Atwood, award-winning author of The Handmaid’s Tale and other literary works, will present a lecture at the Bama Theatre Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m.

Statement Regarding Racist Graffiti

The University of Alabama police department was notified Saturday morning about racist graffiti written on a student’s door in a campus residence hall. UAPD has an active investigation into the incident and will do all it can to identify any suspects. To be clear: there is no place at UA for racism or bigoted behavior. It is reprehensible and unacceptable.

UA Students to Perform Service Project in Houston on Fall Break

UA Students to Perform Service Project in Houston on Fall Break

The University of Alabama’s Division of Student Life and the Center for Service and Leadership are sending more than 100 UA students, along with four staff members, to help in Hurricane Harvey relief efforts in Houston from Oct. 25-Oct. 28.

UA’s Impact on Computer Science in K-12 Continues with Google’s Help

UA’s Impact on Computer Science in K-12 Continues with Google’s Help

More than 70 high school teachers from across Alabama will participate in a two-day computer science workshop Oct. 27-28 at The University of Alabama.

Therapy Dogs Bring Warm Fuzzies to Capstone Village Residents

Therapy Dogs Bring Warm Fuzzies to Capstone Village Residents

Every Thursday afternoon in October, therapy dogs from Hand in Paw, a Birmingham-based animal assisted therapy nonprofit, pay a visit to the residents of Capstone Village to lift their spirits and improve their well-being.

Loftis Soars to New Heights at UA

Loftis Soars to New Heights at UA

In her time at the University, Haley Loftis has earned one degree, won a national award and took the lead on advanced vehicle technology competition.

UA, ALDOT Lay Groundwork for Future Self-Driving Vehicles

UA, ALDOT Lay Groundwork for Future Self-Driving Vehicles

Advanced technology used to make traveling safer and easier is the focus of a new project led by The University of Alabama and the Alabama Department of Transportation.