UA Preview — Feb. 17-23, 2025

📰 BEST BETS 

Students Support Miracle Kids

UA Miracle, The University of Alabama’s largest student-led philanthropic organization, raised $223,725 over the past year to support Children’s of Alabama in Birmingham. 

Why This Matters: BAMAthon is the culmination of a year’s worth of programming by UA Miracle. The organization hosts events throughout the year, such as percentage nights at Tuscaloosa-area restaurants, a golf tournament and gala. 

For more information, contact Bryant Welbourne at bryant.welbourne@ua.edu.  

Honoring Alabama Writers 

The Alabama Writers Hall of Fame will induct eight new honorees on Friday, March 7 at the Bryant Conference Center in Tuscaloosa. 

Why This Matters: Induction in the Alabama Writers Hall of Fame is the highest honor bestowed upon Alabama writers. Authors will be available for interviews between 4:45 and 5:45 p.m. prior to the event. 

For more information, contact Michael Pearce at pearc007@ua.edu.  

Dynamic Stage Productions 

UA students have worked tirelessly to hone the art of storytelling, culminating in an exciting roster of UA theatre and dance performances this spring. 

Why This Matters: “The adrenaline that comes with mixed excitement and nervousness creates a storm of undefinable power that comes with being an artist,” said Danielle Mullenix, an award-winning senior majoring in theatre with a concentration in musical theatre. “It’s an honor to perform with my peers and mentors at UA, who impact our community beautifully beyond the final product onstage.” 

📅 EVENTS 

The Life and Legacy of Sam S. May: “Tuscaloosa’s Own George Washington Carver” 

Feb. 11-March 1; Gorgas House Museum 

The Odd Couple 

Feb. 17-23; Allen Bales Theatre 

Tuscaloosa Innovation Community Business Plan Competition 

Feb. 20; The EDGE 

Movement in the Museum: Heart Centering Yoga 

Feb. 25; Alabama Museum of Natural History 

Emerging Choreographers’ Showcase 

Feb. 26-March 1; Dance Theatre in English Building

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