Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens to speak in Tuscaloosa
Associated Press – Nov. 16
Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens is speaking today at the University of Alabama law school. Stevens will address hundreds of law students in Tuscaloosa this afternoon. He recently released a book about his time on the court titled “Five Chiefs: A Supreme Court Memoir.”
Painting event serves as memorial for UA student, raises money to provide art supplies for children
Tuscaloosa News – Nov. 16
Caleb O’Connor, the artist who painted the murals in Tuscaloosa’s new federal courthouse, instructed a crowd of more than 90 people on how to paint a Cahaba Lily on Tuesday night. “We chose a lily, because it’s long stood as a symbol of female virtue and purity,” O’Connor said. Along with the lily, participants also depicted the shape of the state of Alabama. It’s a perfect design to honor the memory of UA student Morgan Sigler, said her former roommate, Jordan Buff. Sigler, a UA senior, died in the April 27 tornado. “It represents her so well — that is who Morgan was,” Buff said.
UA Rural Health program helping Hale County students pursue medical careers
AL.com – Nov. 15
The University of Alabama Rural Health Scholars Program is encouraging Hale County high schoolers to consider careers in health care with a new outreach program that selected 10 people through an application process. The 10th grade students were chosen based on academic record, volunteer activities, leadership skills, essays and a personal interview, according to UA.
UA Math and Science Mentoring Program wins $25,000 from Pepsi
Crimson White – Nov. 16 (Print version only)
The University of Alabama Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility’s CollegeFirst Advanced Placement Mentoring Initiative won a $25,000 award from the Pepsi Refresh online voting competition. CollegeFirst trains university students to implement a Summer Advanced Placement Institute for high school students enrolled in an AP course during the upcoming school year, said Olivia Grider, coordinator of the CollegeFirst initiative.
Perry Proposes Overhaul of Washington
New York Times – Nov. 16
Gov. Rick Perry of Texas on Tuesday announced a proposal to alter the federal government that ranks among the most radical plans offered by any major Republican presidential candidate this year — and one that legal analysts say will almost surely never happen: making Congress operate part time with half pay, and ending lifetime tenure for federal judges. . . . Though the changes to Congress could be achieved — theoretically — through legislation, it would have to be passed by the very people on the receiving end of the pay and budget cuts, noted Paul Horwitz, professor of constitutional law at the University of Alabama. “It would be the foxes nailing shut the henhouse door,” he said. Referring to both that and the judicial tenure plan, he added, “As practical proposals go, this one is probably slightly further down the list than trying to enact ‘Alice in Wonderland.’ ”… The judicial proposal is squarely at odds with Article 3 of the Constitution, Professor Horwitz said, and would first require an amendment with approval from three-fourths of the state legislatures. The Constitution states that federal judges “shall hold their offices during good behavior” — which, practically speaking, means until they are removed by impeachment, die or resign.
Did IAEA Step Outside its Legal Mandate?
Fox News – Nov. 15
In this video interview, Daniel Joyner, UA law professor, discusses the recent International Atomic Energy Agency’s report on Iran’s nuclear program. “This report is different because it went further to examine research, design and experimentation activities, it is alleged, related to a nuclear warhead.” It is related to this article.
Hope and help for a cure: Alabamians mark World Diabetes Day
AL.com – Nov. 15
Across Alabama, people gathered to show their support for World Diabetes Day on Monday. In Tuscaloosa, supporters formed a giant blue circle (the symbol for World Diabetes Day) on the University of Alabama soccer field. Among the crowd was organizer Cindy Bramble, whose son, Cole, was diagnosed recently.
Beat Auburn/Beat Bama food drive competition ends Friday
AL.com – Nov. 15
The annual food drive competition between the University of Alabama and Auburn University will come to an end on Friday, and organizers are encouraging students, faculty, staff and community members to make donations to benefit area food banks. The Beat Auburn Beat Hunger andBeat Bama Food Drive campaigns began accepting non-perishable food items and monetary donations on Oct. 10 in an effort to “beat” their in-state rival.
The Crimson White: Management class presents “Roll Tide! Go Bama!”
Crimson White – Nov. 16
A music management class at The University of Alabama will host a concert event, “Roll Tide, Go Bama!” for Bama fans of all ages on Nov. 20 at 8 p.m. at the Moody Music Building. The event is an Iron Bowl week kick-off for everyone, and admission is free. There will be a musical performance by the UA Brass Ensemble, Million Dollar Band Trombone section, UA Volleyball Pep Band and local rock band Tetelestai.
Honors College takes group to run in New Orleans
Crimson White – Nov. 16
Running a half-marathon would appear daunting to some people. However, students in the Honors College at the University of Alabama say that with a group of encouraging friends it is not only an attainable goal, but also a great way to get in shape and have fun too. The Honors College will be taking a group of students to run the New Orleans Rock ‘n’ Roll Half-Marathon this year on March 4. “It is a great way to have community when you run,” Blair Baskin, this year’s group organizer, said.
TCT’s New Building Will Help Expand Partnerships with UA and Shelton State
WVUA (Tuscaloosa) – Nov. 15
School officials say this new building will mean lots of new possibilities. . It’s an opportunity for us to expand on those partnerships that have already been created with our business and industries, including the University of Alabama and Shelton State Community College, as well as our businesses. TCT currently has a health sciences program that student Jennifer Lowrey says is helping her prepare for the future.