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Culverhouse LEAD Program Named for Late Alumnus

Culverhouse LEAD Program Named for Late Alumnus

The Kelly LEAD program prepares undergraduates to lead with integrity, empathy and strategic insight.

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National Guard Sergeant Honored for Service to Country, Community

The University of Alabama Online Legendary Service Award recognizes students who have gone above and beyond in service to their country.

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Honoring Alabama’s Rural Veterans: Supporting Service and Strengthening Communities

Alabama rural veterans serve beyond the uniform. Research shows how communities can support them.

5 Things to Know About QEP

5 Things to Know About QEP

The current quality enhancement plan introduces supplemental instruction to help students through bottleneck courses.

Fall 2025 Faculty and Staff Accolades

Fall 2025 Faculty and Staff Accolades

Multiple fellowships and awards, as well as a debut album: See what legendary things UA faculty and staff have been up to recently.

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UA Preview — Nov. 10-16, 2025

UA establishes School of Leadership and Policy, homecoming week and much more.

UA Establishes School of Leadership and Policy

UA Establishes School of Leadership and Policy

The School will provide practice-based, interdisciplinary education to prepare diverse students as leaders and public servants.

Dr. Igor Redin and Dr. James Harris

NSF Awards Honor UA Research Toward Future Technologies

The NSF CAREER Award recognizes scientists and engineers who show leadership at the intersection of education and research.

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Witt Fellows Program Prepares Global Citizens

Open to incoming freshmen, the cohort of about 20-25 students is immersed in experiences that challenge how they see the world.

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November Events to Remember  

November features festive fun and homecoming celebrations.

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Tips to Manage End-of-Semester and Holiday Stress

The end of the year can be stressful. Manage your time and your health with these key tips.

5 Things to Know About Selma Resilience Initiative

5 Things to Know About Selma Resilience Initiative

What happens in Selma affects the entire Black Belt region. That’s why UA’s Selma Resilience Initiative is so important.