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UA Research Helps Spot Racial Differences in Concussion Recovery

Young Black and white athletes have different experiences after a sports-related concussion, according to a study involving a researcher at The University of Alabama.

A Message from the President – August 24, 2021

Dear Faculty, Staff and Students, We’re now one week into the fall semester, and I hope you’re embracing all the opportunities UA provides. We want to enhance your experience here and help you find new and exciting ways to lead and serve others. Students, as you’re getting plugged in on campus, be sure to visit

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Addressing the Opioid Crisis: What Does Alabama Need?

Alabamians face many structural barriers to treatment of opioid addiction, such as access and transportation to treatment facilities as well as hostile attitudes among the public and family members to addiction, according to research led by The University of Alabama.

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Bama By Distance is Now The University of Alabama Online

The name change is now reflected on the UA website and social media.

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UA Research Marks Continued Progress in Annual Report

The second annual update to the Office for Research and Economic Development’s five-year strategic plan shows UA’s research enterprise continues to grow.

UA Preview

This week at The University of Alabama: An assistant professor with UA’s College of Engineering wins Fulbright Specialist Award; UMC opens a new location in Carrollton; and an associate professor in UA’s Department of Human Development and Family Studies gives advice on how to talk to a loved struggling with substance abuse.

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Barrier Island Marine Ecosystem Altered by Storm Events

UA researchers found storms affect the marine ecosystem around barrier islands longer than originally thought.

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Back to School: First Day UA

Welcome back to campus! Here’s a look inside the first day of the fall semester.

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UA Engineering Faculty Receives Fulbright Award

Dr. Leigh Terry received a Fulbright Specialist Award to exchange knowledge and establish partnerships through educational and training activities within environmental science.

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School of Music Premieres New Official Hymn at Annual Convocation

The UA School of Music will premiere its official hymn at its annual Opening Convocation at the Frank Moody Music Building Friday, Aug. 20.