Campus & Community

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UA SafeState Program Earns National Award for Work During Pandemic

The on-site consultation program was recognized nationally by the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Ancient fossilized Alabama shark teeth

Alabama Fossil Excursions Kick off Just in Time for Shark Week

The landlocked Alabama Black Belt isn’t where someone would expect to find fossilized shark teeth, but there are plenty to be found.

Don’t Let a Happy Independence Day Turn Into a Trip to the ER

Don’t Let a Happy Independence Day Turn Into a Trip to the ER

If you plan to use fireworks to celebrate, follow these tips to make sure it’s a safe holiday.

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Why I Got Vaccinated: Students Share Their Stories Part 2

Get the facts on the COVID-19 vaccine, and make the decision that’s right for you and our herd.

Why I Got Vaccinated: Students Share Their Stories

Why I Got Vaccinated: Students Share Their Stories

UA students share why they chose to roll up their sleeves to Protect Our Herd.

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Everyday Champions: Keith Norton, Culverhouse College of Business

Keith Norton always wanted to work with people, and when a job opened up at UA, he jumped at the chance to help students.

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Everyday Champions: Dana Williams, Student Care and Well-Being

Case manager Williams helped UA navigate through the pandemic by spearheading the emergency student fund efforts.

Everyday Champions: Kristina Patridge, Dining Services 

Everyday Champions: Kristina Patridge, Dining Services 

When the COVID-19 pandemic made its way around the world, Patridge was ready to assist in whatever ways possible.

A group photo of this year's Rural Medical Scholars

UA Offers Rural Students Insight to Health Care Profession

High school students and recent graduates from rural Alabama are participating in annual programs this summer at UA where they learn about the need rural communities have for more doctors and other health care professionals.

UA Habitat for Humanity students standing in front of a completed home.

UA Habitat for Humanity Chapter Helps Secure $10k Grant

The chapter is seeking more fellow students to help get back to building houses this year.