Colleges & Schools

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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.

Global Entrepreneurship Week Offers Opportunities for Innovators

Global Entrepreneurship Week Offers Opportunities for Innovators

The Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute will host several events as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week, Nov. 8-14.

UA Establishes Apprenticeship for Opioid Addiction Support Specialists

UA Establishes Apprenticeship for Opioid Addiction Support Specialists

The University of Alabama is launching an apprenticeship program to train individuals in behavioral health and substance abuse recovery.

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UA’s RISE Center Hosts BUY for RISE Fundraiser

UA’s RISE Center will host its annual BUY for RISE fundraiser Oct. 29 and 30 and will feature numerous bargains from dozens of local retailers on everything from clothing to home décor.

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UA Team Takes Part in World’s First Self-Driving Race Car Competition

Computers, not humans, will drive the cars at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Oct. 23 for a chance at $1 million and a place in automotive history.

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UA Opens Search for New Engineering Dean

The University of Alabama College of Engineering has launched a search for its next dean.  

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Despite Lingering Pandemic, State Businesses Remain Optimistic

While not as confident in the economic outlook as they were earlier this year, state business leaders remain optimistic in growth through year’s end, according to the latest quarterly survey by The University of Alabama.

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Shelton Wins National Award for LGBTQ+ Advocacy

Dr. Stephanie Anne Shelton was recently honored with the 2021 National Council of Teachers of English LGBTQ+ Advocacy & Leadership Award.

The University of Alabama Announces Free App Week, Oct. 18-22

The University of Alabama Announces Free App Week, Oct. 18-22

The University of Alabama is waiving application fees for domestic and international prospective students October 18-22.

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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.