UA’s RISE, CrossingPoints Elevates Those with Down Syndrome
UA remains committed to providing transformative opportunities to young children and adults with Down syndrome through two innovative programs.
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An App for Fat
A University of Alabama research duo, in partnership with a Birmingham company, developed an app allowing users to take a single photo and generate accurate body composition measures.
UA Continues Success in National Business Start-Up Program
Two inventive projects are participating in the National Science Foundation Innovation Corps, or I-Corps, Teams program. It provides university researchers entrepreneurial education, mentoring and funding to accelerate innovation to attract third-party funding and bring technology to the market.
UA to Hold 2019 Fall Commencement Exercises Dec. 14
The University of Alabama will hold its fall commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 14, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.
UA Helps Rural School District Receive $2.8 Million Federal Grant
Thanks to help from The University of Alabama, Choctaw County Schools was awarded a $2.8 million School Climate Transformation Grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
New UA Center Aims to Improve Behavior, Mental Health in Schools
UA has strengthened its role as the leader in the state for improving education for primary and secondary education students through encouraging alternative discipline methods and supporting students with mental health issues.
UA Launches Education Research Collaborative with Auburn
The University of Alabama College of Education has forged an innovative research collaborative with Auburn University to address social justice issues in education in Alabama.
UA Alumni Group Honors Faculty Members for Teaching
The University of Alabama National Alumni Association announced the 2019 recipients of the University’s highest honor for excellence in teaching – the Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Awards.
New Opportunities: CrossingPoints Students Begin New Program
Six students recently began their college careers in UA’s first year-round program for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Law Enforcement ‘Use of Force’ Study Moves Forward
University of Alabama researchers have expanded their study of law enforcement use of force, forming a partnership to help recruit participants.