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UA Celebrates 95th Black History Month with Diverse Offerings

UA celebrates the 95th anniversary of Black History Month with fun, educational events throughout the month of February.

Dr. Krystal Williams, assistant professor of higher education

Higher Education Professor Named Top 15 Emerging Scholar Under 40

Dr. Krystal Williams was selected for making her mark on academia through teaching, research and service.

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Best-selling Author Headlines University MLK Celebration

Several events throughout January and February will honor the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

University Libraries Reopen Rooms for Student-Centered Events

University Libraries Reopen Rooms for Student-Centered Events

Student organizations and faculty members now can reserve University Libraries’ event spaces for socially distanced in-person events, movie nights and more in spring 2021.

Doctor Schnavia Smith Hatcher, dean of the UA School of Social Work

Experienced Leader Chosen to Head UA School of Social Work

Dr. Schnavia Smith Hatcher has been selected to lead The University of Alabama’s School of Social Work as dean beginning Aug. 1, 2021.

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How to Survive a Christmas Unlike Any Other

The ideal Christmas of times past with extended family and friends gathered together will not be the reality of Christmas 2020. One UA professor gives some tips on how to cope with the changes.

Top 10 News Center Stories of 2020

UA News Center’s Top 10 Stories of 2020

From COVID-19 updates to innovative research, key hires, historical gifts and more — these stories got the most clicks in 2020.

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SGA Partners With Libraries to Extend Library Hours During Finals

Gorgas and Rodgers will be open until midnight next week so students can study late for final exams thanks to SGA volunteers.

Jacob Caruso transporting a patient on a helicopter in Afghanistan

Combat Zones and COVID: Family Man and Veteran Earns Doctorate

Husband, father and U.S. Army veteran braves the added dangers of working in the medical field during a global pandemic and earns his doctorate of nursing practice.

Al’s Pals Mentorship Continues Through Digital Platforms

Al’s Pals Mentorship Continues Through Digital Platforms

Watch how Al’s Pals, which recruits more than 1,000 UA students each year to mentor local elementary school children, has persevered through the pandemic.