Housing Report, New Home Construction Numbers on UA Web Site
A housing report from The University of Alabama’s Alabama Center for Real Estate shows the state’s home sales for July up 2.5 percent from June and down 8 percent from July 2008.
Announcements
Flu Update for August 26, 2009
The Student Health Center continues to see students who are exhibiting flu-like symptoms. The illness is generally mild; however, it is important for students who have flu to avoid contact with others as much as possible.
Cynthia Hope Named Assistant Vice President for Research at UA
Cynthia Hope, director of the Office for Sponsored Programs within the division of the Office for Research at The University of Alabama, has been named assistant vice president for research at UA.
UA SUPe Store Pilots Textbook Rental Program
The University of Alabama Supply Store is piloting a new textbook rental program this fall, beginning with three courses.
Artist Sews Genius, Heritage into UA’s Moundville Museum Exhibit
Jay McGirt is sewing thousands of feathers onto a piece of burlap. It’s part of an exhibit depicting a Native American wedding scene to be displayed at The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park museum.
U.S. News Ranks UA Among Top 50 Public Universities
The University of Alabama is again ranked among the top 50 public universities in the nation, according to U.S. News and World Report’s annual rankings for 2010. UA is ranked 43rd among public national universities and 96th among all universities, both public and private.
Information Concerning Flu on the UA Campus
As of Aug. 18, The University of Alabama has confirmed 21 students who are exhibiting flu-like symptoms. The CDC and the Alabama Department of Public Health continue to recommend that H1N1 be treated just like seasonal flu.
UA Engineering Appoints Back as Director of Construction Engineering Program
The University of Alabama College of Engineering recently named Dr. W. Edward Back director of the Construction Engineering Program.
UA Engineering Appoints Two Department Heads
The University of Alabama College of Engineering recently named two new department heads. Dr. Bob Taylor has been appointed to lead the department of mechanical engineering, and Dr. Viola L. Acoff has been named to direct the department of metallurgical and materials engineering.
August Graduates Announced at UA
The University of Alabama will award some 1,200 degrees during summer commencement Saturday, Aug. 8, on campus.