A female brunette student holds a sign and poses with Big Al.

UA First helps students find their footing, build momentum

UA First is helping even more students by expanding its programs and resources for freshmen and first-generation sophomore.

Blake Schickel

Army vet finds purpose in collegiate life

When Blake Schickel completed his service, he faced a challenge unlike any he had encountered before — relearning civilian life while pursuing a college degree.  

A model wearing a Design by Colten Jenison

CHES fashion show benefits United Way of West Alabama

UA apparel design seniors will present their final collections at the 17th annual Fashion for Life showcase Nov. 15 at the Bama Theatre.

A young woman with a backpack walking through an airport terminal

Roll safely into the holidays

As Thanksgiving approaches, a few simple habits can help keep you safe wherever the season takes you.

Fall trees with the outdoor banner, "Where Legends are Made"

November events to be thankful for

Make the most of November with cozy events all month long.

Two women navigating conflict at a table

Take 5 for well-being: Navigating conflict  

Implement five practical tips to navigate conflict with empathy, clear communication and confidence.

Mechanical engineering robotic arm installs lithium ion batteries into machine base, eco transport manufacturing and assembly

The University of Alabama joins national battery manufacturing consortium

UA is one of five universities joining a national consortium working to advance battery manufacturing technology.

UA mascot Big Al sitting and holding a book in his hands with his trunk falling on the pages as if he is reading.

Every child can read: UA launches Project LIFT

A $9.9 million grant to UA will bring intensive reading support to struggling readers and children with disabilities in rural Alabama schools.

Savannah Strong, Emie Vandiver, Kameron Baba, Alex Jorns and Rylie Dewley.

UA crowns 2026 homecoming queen

Baba is a first-generation student from Gadsden. She is a senior majoring in marketing and a Capitol Scholar.

The Hodges Meteorite sitting on the Philco radio it struck

UA Museums celebrates Halloween with event inspired by Hodges Meteorite

UA Museums will host “Haunting at the Museums: Otherworldly Encounters” at the Alabama Museum of Natural History and Gorgas House Museum Oct. 27.