Bama Bug Fest Goes on the Web
The second Bama Bug Fest will live stream on Facebook and YouTube starting July 7.
Students
Student Creates Presidential Election Forecast Model Used by CNN
Jack Kersting, a 19-year-old native of Richardson, Texas, studying economics, created political forecasting models that gained recognition for their quality and accuracy, and have been used by major media outlets such as CNN.
UA Libraries Begin Staggered Reopening
The University of Alabama Libraries will begin to physically reopen starting June 30.
UA to Hold 2020 Spring and Summer Commencement July 31-Aug. 2
The University of Alabama will hold joint spring and summer commencement exercises over three days beginning Friday, July 31, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.
UA Shifts to ACT Cards on Mobile Phone
Starting this fall semester, The University of Alabama will be moving to mobile ACT Cards.
UA Offers New Minor in Global Health
Beginning this fall, UA’s College of Arts and Sciences will offer a new minor in global health.
Dean’s List Students Named for UA Spring 2020 Semester
More than 16,000 students were named to the dean’s and president’s lists for Spring Semester 2020.
UA Theatre and Dance Releases Online Performances, Lessons
While live performances and instruction on campus are paused, the UA Department of Theatre and Dance is releasing weekly performances and lessons through two new video series.
Pandemic Public Nights Allows for Digital Stargazing on Four Continents
The UA Department of Physics and Astronomy returned access to its powerful reflecting telescope in the observatory atop Gallalee Hall through what’s been dubbed Pandemic Public Nights, a digital viewing through the telescope.
Overcoming Challenges, Realizing Dreams Together
Eric and Maleka Beal have never been ones to let a challenge keep them from reaching their goals.