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History Professor’s Book Receives One of Nation’s Highest Honors

History Professor’s Book Receives One of Nation’s Highest Honors

The largest publishing trade association in the U.S. has awarded UA history professor Dr. David Beito and his wife Dr. Linda Royster Beito, associate dean of arts and sciences at Stillman College, the gold prize for their book, “T.R.M. Howard: Doctor, Entrepreneur, Civil Rights Pioneer.”

Climate Change to Blame for Hurricane Maria’s Extreme Rainfall

Climate Change to Blame for Hurricane Maria’s Extreme Rainfall

Hurricane Maria dropped more rain on Puerto Rico than any storm to hit the island since 1956, a feat due mostly to the effects of human-caused climate warming, new research led by The University of Alabama finds.

State Engineering Hall of Fame Inducts 2019 Class

State Engineering Hall of Fame Inducts 2019 Class

The state of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame inducted eight individuals and honored an engineering project during a recent ceremony at the Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa.

Final Four Dean Candidates to Make Public Presentations

Final Four Dean Candidates to Make Public Presentations

The final four candidates for dean of the College of Arts and Sciences will make presentations to the campus community the week of April 22.

TIME Lists Hewson among 100 Most Influential People in the World

TIME Lists Hewson among 100 Most Influential People in the World

Marillyn A. Hewson, a University of Alabama alumna and chairman, president and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corp., has been named one of TIME magazine’s “100 Most Influential People in the World” for 2019.

UA Researchers Look to Extend Shelf Life of Nutritious Vegetables

UA Researchers Look to Extend Shelf Life of Nutritious Vegetables

While helping small farms in Alabama, researchers at The University of Alabama and the University of West Alabama aim to help microgreens, young and tender vegetables packed with flavor and nutrition, extend their freshness after harvesting, along the way improving its value as both a food and agricultural product.

RISE students playing with building blocks

Golf Fundraiser Supports Therapeutic Services at RISE Center

The RISE Tournament of Champions benefiting The University of Alabama’s RISE Center will be held April 25-26 at NorthRiver Yacht Club.

The Manderson MBA SEC Case Competition team triumphant with the trophy. L-R: Everette Dawkins, Sam Greene, John Clary, Bryonna Rivera Burrows

Manderson Team Wins SEC MBA Case Competition

A team fielded by UA’s Manderson Graduate School of Business won first place in the 7th annual SEC MBA Case Competition held at the Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee.

Empowered to Serve: UA Senior Eager for Career in Public Health

Empowered to Serve: UA Senior Eager for Career in Public Health

Joline Hartheimer is under no illusions about her “privileged” upbringing in Northern New Jersey. She says service has helped shape her personal and career goals.