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This week at The University of Alabama: SGA focuses on building inclusivity; Groups work together to ‘Get Out the Vote;’ and UA student sends relief to hometown after Hurricane Laura.

Lady stands in front of U-Haul full of supplies.

Sending Relief to Hometown Hit by Hurricane Laura

Sophomore Kana Webb’s hometown of Lake Charles, Louisiana, was devastated by Hurricane Laura. Her relief efforts on the UA campus sent hundreds of dollars in donated supplies to those affected.

The summer sun sets on the quad with Denny Chimes.

Dean’s List Students Named for UA Summer 2020 Term

A total of 506 students were named to the Dean’s or President’s Lists for the summer 2020 term.

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This week at The University of Alabama: UA researchers take part in biological research in the Antarctic; UA sees increase in in-state undergraduate and Graduate School enrollment; UA program offers free, virtual tutoring and job skills training.

Demarcus Rudolf, a senior at UA, writing greeting cards for senior citizens in nursing homes.

Senior Creates Greeting Cards to Cheer Nursing Home Residents

Just in time for National Grandparents Day, University of Alabama senior Demarcus Rudolph started a project creating greeting cards for senior citizens in nursing homes.

three female students sit on the steps of Gorgas Library talking

Navigators Help New Students Find Their Way

Finding a place to plug in may be a little challenging this semester, but “navigators” can help guide students through their first year at The University of Alabama.

2020 virtual Army ROTC summer commissioning ceremony on laptop

Final Summer Army ROTC Commissioning Ceremony Held Virtually

The University of Alabama Army ROTC program conducted a fully virtual commissioning ceremony for its latest graduates.

Two female students in masks sit on the UA campus lawn.

Tips for Students Taking Virtual Classes this Fall

Some classes look a little different this fall, as they’re being taught partially or fully online. One professor has a few tips he hopes will result in a successful semester.

Outside view of the Student Recreation Center.

UREC: Helping Keep UA Safe while Active

Many University Recreation facilities are now open and back to regular operating hours, with safety procedures in place.

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This week at The University of Alabama: UA researcher receives $1 million to implement opioid telehealth network; UA’s Culverhouse LIFT program offers free tutoring and job skills training; and UA social work research secures $1.6 million to improve communication between dementia patients, their caregivers and healthcare providers.