Students

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Surrounded by Family at Home, ROTC Students Commissioned Virtually

The University of Alabama’s Army ROTC commissioned 24 graduates of the program this month as second lieutenants in the program’s first virtual commissioning ceremony.

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A Life Inspired by a Special Brother

Recent UA graduate Tatianna Zambrano’s entire life has been shaped by two things: her family, with its rich heritage, and her younger brother, Alex.

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Three UA Students Earn Hollings Scholarships

Three UA students will receive the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship for 2020-2022.

Face shields lay in a row on a table.

UA Offering Courses on Coronavirus

Three courses offered this summer at The University of Alabama will allow students to understand issues stemming from the coronavirus pandemic while exploring solutions to a PPE shortage.

A man wearing a protective face mask in a shop.

Many Protective Masks Inhibit Communication with Deaf Community

As the use of personal protective masks has become a popular tool in preventing the spread of coronavirus, those who are deaf are having to adjust their normal means of communication.

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From Homeless as a Child to Working with Homeless Vets

Rebecca Koen, who experienced homelessness as a child, will soon begin working with homeless populations and military veterans in Washington, D.C.

A Where Legends are Made Banner near Denny Chimes on the UA Quad

UA National Alumni Association Donates $50,000 to Support Students

The UA National Alumni Association donated $50,000 to the Tide Together Student Support Fund to assist UA students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Saville Sullivan's sorority sisters.

From Cancer Treatment to Graduation Triumph

In 2016 UA senior Saville Sullivan was diagnosed with brain cancer. And though she spent a year away from campus being treated, she’s graduating this semester happy, healthy and with honors.

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UA Celebrates Special Connection with Spring 2020 Class

The 6,500 spring graduates at The University of Alabama may not walk across the stage as planned Saturday, but they’re receiving special recognition of their accomplishments in a unique way.

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Online Student Ready to Get Back in Classroom … as the Teacher

Becca Paholski always knew she wanted to work with kids. As a distance learner, she got to experience her dream job early, while still a full-time student.