Social Work Students Return to D.C. for Policy, Advocacy ‘Fly-In’

Social Work Students Return to D.C. for Policy, Advocacy ‘Fly-In’

More than 45 University of Alabama social work students will meet with 30 U.S. Congress members March 20-21 to advocate for legislation regarding opioid abuse, human trafficking and children in foster care.

Two men in lab coats look at test tubes.

Grasping Antibiotic Resistance Goal of UA, Spring Hill College Project

With a new grant from the National Institutes of Health, researchers at The University of Alabama and Spring Hill College hope their study of a common defense mechanism in bacteria will further development of therapies that could give a class of antibiotics a leg up in the microbial battle.

UA to Host AEJMC Southeast Colloquium, Diversity Symposium

UA to Host AEJMC Southeast Colloquium, Diversity Symposium

The College of Communication and Information Sciences will host both the 43rd annual AEJMC Southeast Colloquium and the ninth annual Discerning Diverse Voices Diversity Symposium March 8-10 on campus.

UA Preview

This week at The University of Alabama: Scientists research options to fight medicine-resistant bacteria – Students to demonstrate transformed Camaro — UA a leader in producing Fulbrights – Commentary available on school resource officers – Author of new blood pressure guidelines available to media Thursday – Lecturer to discuss early Earth conditions – Artists demonstrate Native American skill in making tools

Monthly Safety Reminder: What to Do in Case of Severe Weather

Monthly Safety Reminder: What to Do in Case of Severe Weather

The University of Alabama provides monthly safety tips and information to help the UA community be prepared in different types of emergency situations.

Experiential Learning Opportunity Course Designation Available

Experiential Learning Opportunity Course Designation Available

Instructional faculty and staff interested in distinguishing their Summer 2018 and Fall 2018 course as an Experiential Learning Opportunity are invited to apply now for the ELO Course Designation by March 19.

Learning in Action Fellowship Application Deadline Extended

Learning in Action Fellowship Application Deadline Extended

Instructional faculty and staff interested in using experiential learning opportunities to assist undergraduates in developing strong problem-solving skills are invited to apply for The University of Alabama Learning in Action Fellowship.

New Guidelines Lower Hypertension Threshold, Author to Speak at UA

New Guidelines Lower Hypertension Threshold, Author to Speak at UA

The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association recently announced new clinical guidelines for blood pressure management that lower the threshold for hypertension, resulting in nearly half of the U.S. adult population having high blood pressure.

Twenty-six: Playing for Newtown

Twenty-six: Playing for Newtown

University of Alabama hockey player and Newtown, Connecticut, native Jonathan Lovorn honors Sandy Hook Elementary School mass shooting victims with a jersey number and helmet stickers.