UA Begins Search for Vice President for Community Impact
The VP for community impact serves as UA’s executive leader responsible for leading strategy for forging meaningful partnerships.
Announcements
UA Aims to Double Nursing Enrollment to Address Statewide Shortage
UA has unveiled a transformative plan to double the enrollment of the Capstone College of Nursing.
UA Launches Innovative College Readiness Programs
UA is providing Alabama high school students new immersive, dedicated support and direction as they prepare for college.
UA to Hold Spring 2026 Commencement May 1-3
More than 6,000 students will participate in eight ceremonies.
UA Searching for School of Leadership and Policy’s First Dean
UA has started the search for the dean of the recently established School of Leadership and Policy.
UA Suspends Normal Operations Jan. 26, 2026
Due to extreme cold temperatures and the chance for icy road conditions, UA suspends operations Monday, Jan. 26.
Graduate by Hilton to Debut in Tuscaloosa on UA Campus
The iconic Graduate by Hilton lifestyle hotel brand will soon come to Tuscaloosa with the Hotel Capstone converting into Graduate by Hilton Tuscaloosa.
UA Earns Renewal of Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement
UA is one of only 237 institutions nationwide to hold the honor.
Longtime Police Executive Named New UAPD Chief
UAPD has named former deputy chief and longtime police executive Scott Thurmond as chief.
UA Updates Admissions Review Process
The update reflects UA’s commitment to evaluating students’ full potential based on balancing academics, extracurriculars, experiences and standardized test results.