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.

A man in his room alone

Long Social Isolation Can Lead to Poor Health

Life has changed radically as social distancing has become the norm. Though keeping away from others is for the safety of all, social isolation itself can be harmful.

Portrait of a man in a suit.

Some Industries Will Thrive During Pandemic

Dr. Erik Johnson, assistant professor in the Culverhouse College of Business, offers a perspective on the outlook for large and small businesses along with some insight on what small businesses can do during this time to bring in customers.

A person's arm who is giving blood.

SGA Presidents Join Gov. Ivey to Promote Blood Donation

SGA presidents across the state are teaming up with Gov. Kay Ivey to promote blood donation.