Security Enhancements to be Tested at UA Football Game Nov. 18
In a proactive effort to evaluate improved security procedures, The University of Alabama will test the use of metal detectors at the Nov. 18 football game at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
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This week at The University of Alabama: Thanksgiving brings dangers for motorists — Stressing over lack of sleep more detrimental than lack of sleep, research shows — New online directory provides potential source information — Students to use fashion show proceeds for breast cancer support after classmate’s mom diagnosed — Event to spark Tuscaloosa entrepreneurship — Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger Wraps up — Theatre to present Pulitzer-winning play
Thanksgiving Week Brings Risk of Traffic Fatalities
There were more fatal crashes during the week of Thanksgiving last year than in previous years, and even though fatal crashes are trending down so far in 2017, the week still brings dangers to drivers.
UA Unified Football Team Falls to Ole Miss
The University of Mississippi’s Special Olympics College Unified football team defeated The University of Alabama 51-27 Sunday at the UA Rec fields.
Museums’ Collections Spotlight: Ordovician Starfish
The Museums’ Collections Spotlight is a monthly feature that highlights an item from The University of Alabama Museums’ Collections.
APT Films Program at UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park
Two UA faculty members recently assisted a film crew from Alabama Public Television at Moundville Archaeological Park in the development of a new program titled “Archaeology Adventures.”
For This Busy Veteran, New College LifeTrack a Perfect Fit
LifeTrack started in 1973 as part of a movement on campus called “University Without Walls.” The focus of the program was to get people out of the classroom, into experiential learning and critical thinking.
NASA Visits Campus and Connects with Students
Engineering students recently were given a chance to explore their career options as engineers from NASA and other companies visited campus to network with students.
Documentary, Exhibits Highlight International Education Week
The University of Alabama’s Capstone International Center is sponsoring International Education Week from Monday, Nov. 13, to Friday, Nov. 17, to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.
Holt Wins Speak Off; Six Finalists Eligible to Compete for $10,000 Prize
UA Student Christian Holt won first place at the 2017 Speak Off, a public speaking competition hosted by the College of Communication and Information Sciences.