An image of Denny Chimes at dusk.

Spring 2020 Graduates Announced At UA

The University of Alabama will award some 6,326 degrees this spring.

The Rickenbacker family posing for a portrait.

Distance Learning Student Finds Inspiration in 11 Children

Sarah Rickenbacker’s journey to a UA degree was motivated by the love and support of her family, which includes 11 children.

Children's Program staff interacting with students through Zoom.

UA Children’s Program, RISE Center Carry on Virtually

While preschoolers from the UA Children’s Program and RISE Center are sheltering at home, they continue to connect with teachers, learn, play and even receive therapy through inventive and individualized online interactions.

The front entrance of Rose Adminstation building framed by azalea blooms.

UA Statement on Financial Impact of COVID-19

The University of Alabama moved quickly to enact and accelerate a number of cost-saving measures in anticipation of the financial ramifications of COVID-19 while limiting the direct impact to our students, faculty and staff. 

Abigail Gunter passing out bags of free breakfast and lunch to Tuscaloosa City School students

Pandemic Doesn’t Stop UA Student From Still Serving Tuscaloosa

And now with the virus being widespread, how she’s volunteering has changed, but her heart to help has not.

Walt Gary and Anne Loflin

Dancing for Joy

Musical theater student Anne Dillon Loflin had rich experiences leading dance classes for CrossingPoints.

The sun sets over Reese Phifer Hall.

Graduating Seniors Can Qualify for ‘Quick Admit’ to Grad Programs

To better equip undergraduate students for the evolving job market, UA’s Graduate School launched the Graduate Quick Admit Program, offering priority admission to graduating UA seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA.

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UA Students Help Youth on Path to GED Diploma

Two UA students created a student-run community program that tutors youth coming out of the juvenile justice system.

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UMC Offers Free Mental Health Services to Health and Safety Workers

In an effort to assist those working on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, UMC is offering free mental health services to first responders and health care providers.

UA Preview

This week at The University of Alabama: UA marks anniversary of 2011 tornado; Parenting Assistance Line continues to offer services to parents; Opera students encourage the elderly with song.