Colleges & Schools

Dr. Krystal Williams, assistant professor of higher education

Higher Education Professor Named Top 15 Emerging Scholar Under 40

Dr. Krystal Williams was selected for making her mark on academia through teaching, research and service.

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UA Engineering Researchers Investigating Solutions for Jet Biofuel

The study is part of a $3.8 million grant from the United States Department of Energy.

People looking at a new classroom in the addition to the Capstone College of Nursing

CCN Expansion Provides Unique Learning Opportunities, Amenities

The new wing adds classrooms, study space, faculty offices, food service and a unique lab for teaching home healthcare hands-on.

Female student sitting at a conference table talking to other students.

UA, Protective Life Partner to Assist Underrepresented Students

The University of Alabama is launching an initiative with support from Protective Life Corporation to help underrepresented students get a head start on finding their potential path to a business college experience.

Doctor Schnavia Smith Hatcher, dean of the UA School of Social Work

Experienced Leader Chosen to Head UA School of Social Work

Dr. Schnavia Smith Hatcher has been selected to lead The University of Alabama’s School of Social Work as dean beginning Aug. 1, 2021.

Headshot of Hanna Fridriksson

UA Student Among Most Promising Multicultural Students

Hanna Fridriksson was one of only 50 college students from across the country chosen for this premier program.

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UA Part of National Effort to Strengthen Coronavirus Vaccine Rollout

The research coalition is aimed at strengthening the community’s role and involvement in an equitable campaign.

A crowd's view of the commencement stage where President Bell poses with a graduate who just received their degree.

Fall 2020 Commencement Highlights

More than 2,000 degrees were awarded to undergraduate and graduate students during Fall 2020 commencement.

Software Partnership Helps Fill Need for Cryptocurrency Skills

Software Partnership Helps Fill Need for Cryptocurrency Skills

This unique agreement will provide cutting-edge education and software training for students.

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UA Receives Grant to Study Social, Emotional Learning in Children

The $5 million federal grant funds a study on the importance of social and emotional learning in elementary school students’ success.