College of Arts and Sciences

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UA Student Chosen as a Rhodes Scholar

A student at The University of Alabama earned the most prestigious academic award for American college graduates and the oldest award for international study.

Evolutionary Genomics Scientist Wins Outstanding Professor Award

Evolutionary Genomics Scientist Wins Outstanding Professor Award

Dr. Laura Reed, an associate professor of biology who specializes in evolutionary genomics, was selected as the winner of the 2021 Blackmon-Moody Outstanding Professor Award.

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UA, UAB Partner with NIH to Study Healthy Child Brain Development

A diverse and multidisciplinary team of researchers at The University of Alabama at Birmingham and The University of Alabama was awarded a $7.1 million grant over five years to conduct a comprehensive study of risk and protective factors for healthy brain development in children.

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Strong Partnership Fuels Alabama Mobility and Power Center

The partnership fuels a newly-formed research and workforce development center to meet the needs of the booming electric vehicle market.

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Grants Boost UA Climate Science Research Efforts

Researchers from The University of Alabama are among those to receive funding from NOAA for climate science and community resilience projects.

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English Professor’s Book Taps into Heritage, Zombies, Mystery, More

Nana Nkweti’s debut anthology delves into her Cameroonian-American heritage, spirituality, horror, poetry, societal critique, mystery, science fiction and more.

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Run ‘Round the Mounds at Moundville Archaeological Park Nov. 6

UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park will host the fourth annual Moundville 5K Footrace Nov. 6 as part of its celebration of Native American Heritage Month.

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UA Researchers Creating Digital Exhibition of Birmingham Artist’s Work

Using cutting-edge imaging technology and digital curation, a project involving The University of Alabama will allow the work and stories of a well-regarded southern artist to be preserved digitally for future generations.

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.

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UA Art Exhibits Opening, Closing this Autumn

Enrich your autumn with visits to these art exhibits around campus and downtown.