Announcements

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.

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UA homecoming week honors ‘Endless Tradition’

Get all the details for homecoming week, including parade time.

United Way logo that reads "A legacy of improving lives, 80 years of the United Way, The University of Alabama"

UA kicks off 2026 United Way Campaign Oct. 15 

The annual campaign supports United Way of West Alabama and its 30 partner service agencies.

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UA capital campaign raises record $2.1 billion

The record-setting campaign has strengthened UA’s students, faculty and campus through gifts from donors at every level.

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UA to collaborate with southern universities on AI initiative

The University of Alabama is one of 15 universities joining forces to advance innovation and research through shared AI infrastructure.

photograph of the reflection of the top of Denny Chimes in a rain puddle

Gameday Operations Update 

Several early game-day activities and tailgating operations are being modified. Fans and visitors should stay alert of weather developments to make responsible decisions

Randall Welcome Center

Free App Week returns Oct. 5-9

The University was named #1 Best Value University for In-State Students in Alabama 2027 by U.S. News & World Report.

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UA enrollment reflects strategic growth, continued investment in preparing leaders 

Through strategic planning and measured growth, UA is preparing future leaders and supporting workforce needs across Alabama and beyond.

UA’s electric bus fleet connects research to transit operations

UA’s electric bus fleet connects research to transit operations

UA officially launched eight new electric buses providing quiet, zero-emissions transit on and around campus.