Colleges & Schools

Amy Haines and her son Ethan will both earn their master's degrees on Aug. 6.

Mother and Son Earn Master’s Degrees Together

Amy Haines and her son Ethan will cross the stage at Coleman Coliseum Aug. 6, both earning master’s degrees. Although Ethan started working on his master’s right after graduating with his undergrad degree, Amy began her journey seven years ago.

Adam Knowlden typing on a computer in his lab

UA Studies How Body Composition, Sleep Affect Chronic Diseases

A UA researcher will soon begin a leading-edge study that will investigate the relationship between body composition and sleep and their role in developing cardiovascular and metabolic disease.

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UA Researcher Investigates Drivers of Antarctic Ice Retreat

The study will improve contemporary climate models and projections of rising sea level.

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Engineering Professor, Automotive Pioneer Adds New R&D Role

Dr. Bharat Balasubramanian will take on the additional responsibility of creating and implementing a vision for connected, automated and electric mobility research and elevating the profile of the Alabama Transportation Institute.

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UMC Opens Livingston Location

University Medical Center opened a clinic in Livingston July 25 that will provide primary health care services to the Sumter County community.

Katherine Hinojosa wearing her graduation cap and gown

Health Scares, Brain Surgery Couldn’t Deter Graduate

Katherine Hinojosa endured more than a year of undiagnosed health complications and a risky brain surgery on her way to a bachelor’s degree.

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State Business Leaders Not Confident in Economy

For the first time in eight years Alabama business leaders have a negative outlook for the economy, according to the latest quarterly survey by The University of Alabama.

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AWI Names Second Class of Faculty Fellowship Recipients

The program recognizes UA faculty for outstanding research, extension and education programs that significantly advance UA’s interdisciplinary water-related communities of science.

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Alabama Business Hall of Fame to Induct Eight for 2022

The Alabama Business Hall of Fame will induct eight new members in November.

Elizabeth Naranjo Hayes

Latina US Military Veteran Earns Doctorate to Help Bridge Cultural Gaps

Elizabeth Naranjo Hayes wants to change the world by helping college students immerse themselves in a new culture and language.