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UA Team Takes Part in World’s First Self-Driving Race Car Competition

Computers, not humans, will drive the cars at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Oct. 23 for a chance at $1 million and a place in automotive history.

Dr. Lizzie Smith stands outside of The University of Alabama Student Center where the Safe Zone Resource Center is located

Smith Ready to Take LGBTQ Safe Zone Resource Center to Next Level

Dr. Lizzie Smith has been named the inaugural director of The University of Alabama Safe Zone Resource Center.

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‘Intentionality:’ UA Marks Historic Student Diversity

The University of Alabama welcomed its largest and most diverse freshman class in history this fall. And the milestones don’t end there.

The University of Alabama Announces Free App Week, Oct. 18-22

The University of Alabama Announces Free App Week, Oct. 18-22

The University of Alabama is waiving application fees for domestic and international prospective students October 18-22.

On a crimson background, the letter BFA are shown in white type, as well as the words "graphic design." This was the announcement image of the new program.

UA to Offer New Degree In Graphic Design

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design will open new opportunities within the program and upon graduation.

Ceara Burden posing in front of Reese Phifer Hall

Journalism Student Shines Light on Overshadowed Pandemic Issue

Ceara Burden traveled across the nation as an investigative reporter producing stories on individuals with disabilities who faced various hardships due to the pandemic.

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UA Kicks Off LGBTQIA+ History Month with Fun, History, Support

Celebrate LGBTQIA+ History Month throughout October with support groups, history lessons, trivia, art and cinnamon rolls.

A group photo of the Rural Medical Scholars and Rural Community Health Scholars

UA Programs Welcome Students Studying Rural Health Care

UA’s College of Community Health Sciences recently welcomed the 2021-2022 class of its Rural Medical Scholars and Rural Community Health Scholars programs.

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Live in an Apartment or Residence Hall? Always Be Mindful of Fire Safety

Oct. 3-9 is Fire Prevention Week, a good time to think about fire safety.

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UA Enrolls Record Numbers of National Merit Scholars

The University of Alabama continues to attract and enroll an increasing number of scholars from across the nation.