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UA Museums Hosts Free Holiday Events
The University of Alabama Museums invites visitors to enjoy the holidays with free events at the Gorgas House Museum, Paul W. Bryant Museum and Alabama Museum of Natural History.
For more information, contact Rebecca Johnson at rljohnson8@ua.edu.
Gothic Architecture Scholar Wins Blackmon-Moody Award
Dr. Jennifer Feltman, associate professor of medieval art and architecture, is the 2025 recipient of UA’s Blackmon-Moody Outstanding Professor Award.
Why This Matters: An internationally recognized specialist in French Gothic architecture and sculpture, she conducts research integrating art history, scientific methods, and digital technology to investigate the design, interpretation, and restoration of Gothic cathedrals and their sculptures over time. Notably, Feltman has received acclaim for her role in restoring Notre-Dame de Paris, the world’s most famous cathedral.
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Sheena Gregg, a registered dietician nutritionist and director of the department of health promotion and wellness, is available this week to discuss how to maintain your healthy eating goals during the holidays. Contact Gregg at sqgregg@ua.edu.
📅 EVENTS
Dec. 5-6; Stran-Hardin Arena
Outdoor Mushroom Cultivation Workshop
Dec. 6; UA Arboretum
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