College of Human Environmental Sciences

University students prepare for the start of commencement

UA to Hold 2019 Summer Commencement Exercise Aug. 3

The University of Alabama will hold its summer commencement exercise Saturday, Aug. 3, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.

Interior Design Instructor Restores 1840s Mansion

Interior Design Instructor Restores 1840s Mansion

Bringing your work home with you takes on a whole new meaning with Ian Crawford, an interior design instructor in UA’s department of clothing, textiles and interior design.

A female college professor works on a computer activity with prospective students

UA Faculty, Staff Help College-Prep Campers Explore Possibilities

For the UA Early College staff members tasked with planning and operating the annual Leaders Exploring Academic Possibilities camp, their first signal of success was a successful pilot 2016 and immediate addition of a second week of programs.

Food Safety Tips for Your July 4 Party

Food Safety Tips for Your July 4 Party

Denise DeSalvo, a registered dietitian and instructor in UA’s department of human nutrition and hospitality management, teaches a course on food safety and sanitation, and has several tips to keep in mind when preparing your favorite July Fourth dishes.

Distance Students Provide Nutrition Plans for ‘Silent Injury’ Survivors

Distance Students Provide Nutrition Plans for ‘Silent Injury’ Survivors

The University of Alabama recently partnered with the Alabama Head Injury Foundation to conduct the Bright Ideas TBI Camp at the Capstone for 10 traumatic brain injury survivors and their caregivers.

Doctoral Student Reviews Dietary Guidelines for Actor’s Foundation

Doctoral Student Reviews Dietary Guidelines for Actor’s Foundation

When Christine Ferguson was a UA freshman, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in the medical field. Now she’s pursuing a doctorate at UA and is fascinated by the role nutrition plays in a person’s ailment.

Yes, A Box Encourages a Child’s Imagination, Research Confirms

Yes, A Box Encourages a Child’s Imagination, Research Confirms

Researchers conclude that children’s play spaces can benefit from the inclusion of generic objects with few details as tools to promote object substitution and creative play.

UA to Hold 2019 Spring Commencement Exercises May 3-5

UA to Hold 2019 Spring Commencement Exercises May 3-5

The University of Alabama will hold its spring commencement exercises beginning Friday, May 3, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.

UA Students Showcase Creativity, Promote Sustainability

UA Students Showcase Creativity, Promote Sustainability

UA’s College of Human Environmental Sciences hosted its annual Tee Time Fashion Show April 16 on the lawn of Doster Hall.

‘More Than Just a Space’

‘More Than Just a Space’

On Thursday, PRCA-UA, along with 13 other student groups, gathered for the unveiling of their new home, which will help them expand their community service work.