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Sign that reads "I vote because..." with post-it notes stuck to the board below. Sign is from a voter registration event on the UA campus.

Young voters still care but may be less likely to act, according to UA study

A 2026 study from the University of Alabama looks at trends in civic engagement among college students.

The back of an ambulance driving down a tree lined road

UA to build rural EMS system that supports treatment at the scene

UA is leading a new rural emergency medical services system that will help EMS providers treat eligible patients on site.

Camila Lopez standing in front of the U.S. Capitol

From campus to the capital: Finding a path to public service

With legendary leadership skills, Camila Lopez is ready for what’s next.

Headshot of Isabella Eckart

UA transfer student earns national recognition for leadership

Isabella Eckart is using her platform as a national ambassador to advocate for the transfer student community.

A teacher instructing a student while pointing at a computer screen

Intentional, strong relationships propel Graduate School growth

A combination of personalized outreach, strategic partnerships and targeted marketing is helping the Graduate School attract more students than ever.

Previous festival attendees and presenters holding hands while dancing in a circle

Moundville Native American Festival celebrates ‘Year of the Crawfish’

This year’s theme is “Year of the Crawfish: Big Changes Start with Small Beings.” 

The full group of the 2026 College of Community Health Sciences' Rural Programs scholars

New CCHS scholars advance mission to improve rural healthcare

CCHS welcomed its 31st class of Rural Medical Scholars and fourth class of Rural Dental Scholars this fall.

Fernando Salinas adjusts and looks through a telescope at an outdoor space research facility, making astronomical observations. The telescope is mounted on a tripod, and Salinas is wearing a blue research program T-shirt while working beside the instrument on a sunny day.

UA student researches space weather prediction in international program

University of Alabama student Fernando Salinas researched solar storm prediction and geomagnetic events through the International Space Weather Camp, collaborating with U.S. and German scientists on space weather projects.

A student preparing to give a flu shot wearing shirt that says flu defense is your best defense

Free flu vaccines available to UA students, employees

UA’s 15th annual Flu Shot Campaign is underway, offering free flu vaccinations across campus through mid-November.

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Alabama Fossil Fest dives into Alabama’s prehistoric past

Alabama’s prehistoric past comes to life as fossil sharks, ancient sea creatures and hands-on discoveries take center stage at Alabama Fossil Fest.