Faculty & Staff

A group of students gathered outside for the Tapping on the Mound ceremony

Tapping on the Mound Highlights UA Honors Week

UA will hold Honors Week March 31-April 4 culminating in the Tapping on the Mound ceremony on Honors Day.

Four UA students prepare a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

UA Student Veterans Lay Wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

This marked the first time any current UA student or student from a school in the Southeastern Conference participated in the ritual honoring U.S military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Dr. Noh talking to a student

Extending Our Impact: We Are UA Ambassador Dr. Hyunjin Noh

As someone who benefitted from scholarships and fellowships, Noh believes in giving back.

Shannon Hubbard smiles as she talks to a student

Finding a Brighter Future: We Are UA Ambassador Shannon Hubbard

Hubbard is committed to helping students who need the most support.

photograph of Denny Chimes at sunset

2025 Premier Awards Honor the Capstone’s Finest

The Premier Awards annually recognize outstanding UA students, faculty and staff. This year a student club is also honored.

James Harris, Alison Hooper, Jessica Goethals, Sergei Gleyzer, Despina Stavrinos, Cheryl Toman, Xiangrong Shen, Randy Salekin, winners of the 2025 Faculty Research Award

Outstanding Faculty Research and Creative Scholarship to be Recognized

Eight faculty were selected to receive the prestigious award from the Office of Research and Economic Development.

Three people look at a tablet together.

Crimson Odyssey Program Addresses Both Sides of Mentoring

The program creates more opportunities for students by training faculty mentors.

A student taking a nap on the Quad

Save on Coffee by Taking Afternoon Power Nap

Taking a 15-20 minute afternoon nap can beat a cup of coffee for a jolt of alertness.

Flowers in front of Rose Administration Building

Faculty and Staff Accolades for Spring 2025

This spring roundup includes the Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Awards, an album release and more.

Ravi Kumar in his lab with students studying in the background

Distinguished Professor Wins UA’s SEC Faculty Award

Dr. M.N.V. Ravi Kumar has been selected as UA’s recipient of the Southeastern Conference Faculty Achievement Award.