Campus Impact

Male and female university freshmen pose for a picture during a campus carnival

Tied with the Tide Activities Grow for Early Move-In

Carnivals, bumper cars, spa nights and glow skating – there are a week’s worth of fun events to welcome University of Alabama students back to on-campus residency.

traffic cone and the words road, sidewalk and other closures

Lane and Sidewalk Closure for Bryant Drive July 29-30

Drivers and pedestrians should be aware of a sidewalk and lane closure for Bryant Drive.

University students roller skate in a room of black lights and neon colors

Bigger, Better: Yea, Alabama! Weeks of Welcome Starts Aug. 17

In line with the welcoming spirit of Southerners and UA’s immersive new-student programming, the University has rebranded its annual “Week of Welcome” to “Yea, Alabama! Weeks of Welcome.”

Student with moving boxes during move-in day

10 Tips to Have the Best Move-In Day Ever

You packed for days. You said your goodbyes. You made the drive. It’s finally here: move-in day. Here are 10 tips to make it the best experience possible.

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Portion of 10th Avenue to Close July 16-19

Northbound traffic will not be allowed on 10th Avenue between Paul W. Bryant Drive and 12th Street July 16-19.

Dr. Richard Friend

Friend Named Dean of UA’s College of Community Health Sciences

A physician with extensive administrative experience in family medicine at two universities and who also spent 10 years in private practice has been named dean of The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences.

Building Bama: Facility Upgrades Around Campus

Building Bama: Facility Upgrades Around Campus

While it’s easy to spot the fencing, bulldozers and trucks at numerous construction sites around the Capstone, multiple interior upgrades are happening this summer that aren’t as noticeable.

traffic cone and the words road, sidewalk and other closures

Colonial Drive and Eighth Street Road Closure July 12-13

A paving project will affect Colonial Drive, Eighth Street, and the intersection of Magnolia Drive and Judy Bonner Drive.

Interior Design Instructor Restores 1840s Mansion

Interior Design Instructor Restores 1840s Mansion

Bringing your work home with you takes on a whole new meaning with Ian Crawford, an interior design instructor in UA’s department of clothing, textiles and interior design.

A female college professor works on a computer activity with prospective students

UA Faculty, Staff Help College-Prep Campers Explore Possibilities

For the UA Early College staff members tasked with planning and operating the annual Leaders Exploring Academic Possibilities camp, their first signal of success was a successful pilot 2016 and immediate addition of a second week of programs.