Campus & Community

UA Matters: Tips to Ensure Your Fireworks Photos Explode

Fireworks displays are not only beautiful to watch but exciting to capture in print. The University of Alabama’s Kent Gidley will have you shooting pictures like a pro this Fourth of July with these simple tips for capturing great fireworks. First, make sure you have the items you need to accomplish your goal — DSLR camera

UA Matters: Ways to Avoid Heat Stroke

The University of Alabama’s Dr. Anne Halli-Tierney offers a few tips on how to enjoy the summer sun and stay safe.

UA Matters: College Prep Tips for High-School Sophomores

Whether you’re an incoming high-school freshman or senior, there are a multitude of things you can do to prepare for college. The University of Alabama’s admissions office offers a few suggestions on how students can better plan for their college futures. This is the second of four posts that provide students in each grade level

Nelson Named Dean of UA College of Communication and Information Sciences

Dr. Mark Nelson has been named dean of the College of Communication and Information Sciences at The University of Alabama. Nelson has served as vice president for student affairs and vice provost for academic affairs at UA since 2008 and has been a member of the College of Communication and Information Sciences’ faculty for more than 20 years.

UA Matters: Creative Activities to Keep Kids Occupied this Summer

Summer is the perfect time to be creative and plan activities for children that use inexpensive materials. With this list, provided by The University of Alabama’s Kelly Avery, you can have fun with your child for free or for just a few dollars.

UA Matters: How to Capture that Amazing Vacation through Photos

Your vacation is supposed to be fun, and you want your photos to reflect that, but sometimes getting the perfect picture can be harder than you anticipated. The University of Alabama’s Zachary Riggins offers a few tips that may help you get the shots you envisioned.

Health Corner: Body Mass Index

Health Corner: Body Mass Index

Sheena Gregg Quizon explains body mass index and why it is important.

UA Matters: College Prep Tips for High-School Freshmen

Whether you’re an incoming high-school freshman or senior, there are a multitude of things you can do to prepare for college. The University of Alabama’s admissions office offers a few suggestions on how students can better plan for their college futures. Freshmen: As you are preparing your four-year plan with your counselor, include classes to

Google Grant Helps UA Professor Offer Online Training to Teachers Nationwide

Dr. Jeff Gray, professor of computer science at The University of Alabama, will lead a free, online course this summer to train high-school teachers in a new computer-science course and future College Board AP exam.

UA Health Corner: Pap Smears

UA Health Corner: Pap Smears

Dr. Kristie Graettinger discusses why women should have a Pap smear and how often they should have the screening done.