UA mascot Big Al shows surprise while viewing a student poster presentation at URCA 2026

Behind the Curtain at URCA 2026

University of Alabama undergraduate researchers talk on why they participated in URCA 2026 and what they gained from the experience.

A small group of people plant a tree.

Arbor Day Events Adds to Campus Forest Structure

Students and staff gathered to help replace a hackberry tree that had been removed earlier this semester, planting an oak tree in its place.

Jalynn Chance

Future Law Student Fulfills Grandfather’s Dream

Her grandfather’s love of Alabama inspired Jalynn to follow her plan and his dream and attend The University of Alabama.

Liam Schaepers holding a red graduation cap in one hand with a graduation robe slung over his shoulder. Denny chimes is in the background.

Choose Your Own Adventure: First-Gen Graduate Found His Way Trying Many Paths

German international student Liam Schaepers found his ideal American college experience at The University of Alabama.

A red elephant with images of circuitry on its skin.

UA Among National Leaders with AI-Readiness Initiative Launch

The UA AI Experience will ensure all UA faculty, staff and students have the skills to build AI fluency.

Heather Cass White

English Professor Heather Cass White Receives Burnum Award

A special lecture will be held on April 28.

Big Al gardening on campus.

Over 1,500 Gifts Made During Bama Blitz

The ninth annual giving days campaign raised more than $1 million in gifts.

Graduate’s Alabama Success Story of Growth and Leadership  

Graduate’s Alabama Success Story of Growth and Leadership  

Through his journey as a transfer student, Reggie Clifton emerged as a leader and found success at UA.

REACHing New Heights

REACHing New Heights

Alabama REACH helped Zach Cole realize his dreams of college graduation, world travel and more.

Thinking Machines: Inside the BRAINS Lab

Thinking Machines: Inside the BRAINS Lab

The BRAINS Lab’s research is about advancing intelligent robots that can think, adapt, and interact more like humans in real-world environments.