Faculty & Staff

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New Executive Director to Lead Alabama Transportation Institute

As director, Dr. Steven Jones hopes to expand the scope of transportation research in Alabama.

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Gray Receives UA System’s McMahon-Pleiad Prize

Dr. Jeff Gray has been awarded The University of Alabama System’s McMahon-Pleiad Prize. 

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How Some UA Faculty Are Embracing AI in Teaching

Two University of Alabama faculty spearheaded the development of a workshop for other faculty on the use of generative AI in teaching.

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UA Students Lead River Pitch Winners

The annual competition draws college students from across West Alabama and other community members pitching their business ideas.

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New WellBAMA Rewards for Employees Launches in January

Employees can now earn points towards rewards throughout the year.

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A Year in Focus: UA Photographers’ Favorite Shots of 2024 

Get a glimpse of the year at UA from the big events to small moments that were almost missed.

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Everyday Champions: Bonner Lee

Bonner Lee makes it his mission to grow the campus’s long-held reputation for expansive beauty.

Dr. Morgan Luttig leads a group of singers.

Druid City Chorus Unites UA, Community Through Song

The group is open to students, faculty staff from UA, Shelton State Community College and Stillman College, and citizens across West Alabama.

Sleepless in Alabama: Study Finds Many with Poor Sleep Health

Sleepless in Alabama: Study Finds Many with Poor Sleep Health

Findings suggest the number of Americans experiencing obstructive sleep apnea could potentially be much higher.

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Positioning UA for an AI Future

The University of Alabama is gathering facilities and expertise to lead the state in machine learning and AI.