People wearing soccer jerseys from different countries sitting together in a stadium setting

How international sports affirm and challenge national identity

UA professor explores how media narratives shape and reflect national identity among sports fans during international sports competitions.

A burned hillside after wildfire with ash on the ground and burned plants visible. Green hills are visible in the distance.

UA research suggests ocean collapse triggered ancient wildfires

A University of Alabama study revealed an ancient marine life extinction event kicked off widespread wildfires in the Devonian period.

UA students explore the new ethical dilemmas of an AI world

UA students explore the new ethical dilemmas of an AI world

An innovative semester-long experience prepared students at The University of Alabama to address new ethical questions raised by AI.

Dr. Vishesh Vikas and Cole Woods of TANDEM Exosuits in the Agile Robotics Lab

Leading with Ingenuity at University of Alabama

Faculty fuel a steady pipeline of innovation through research that tackles real-world challenges.

Two hands, each holding a single flower stem. Photo by Allison Grant, Jigisha Holding Queen Anne’s Lace, 2024, Kristina Holding Queen Anne’s Lace, 2024, Archival inkjet print, 11 x 14 inches.

UA Photography Professor Awarded Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship

The Guggenheim Fellowship is one of the most respected recognitions an artist can receive.

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.

UA mascot Big Al stands in front of a screen holding a button that reads Roll Research

Roll Research: Outstanding Undergrad Research Honored

UA recognized winners of the 20th annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference at an awards ceremony in April.

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.

Dr. Rohan Sood standing in front of a screen with a space orbit diagram

UA-Developed Software Used for NASA Moon Missions

UA aerospace engineer Rohan Sood developed software that was used for the Artemis I and Artemis II missions.

James Cochran and Xinyue Ye headshots in front of a background showing a map with no labels and a blackboard with a formula written in chalk

UA Professors Honored by American Association for the Advancement of Science

AAAS fellowship is a lifetime honor.