Colleges & Schools

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UA Contributes to Unprecedented Observations of Black Hole

Astrophysics researchers at The University of Alabama contributed to a global effort to give unparalleled insight into a black hole and the system it powers, and to improve tests of Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity.

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Nearly a Third of Mobile Bay Marshes Gone Since 1980s, Study Finds

About half a football field of marshes on the edges of Mobile Bay vanished annually over the past 35 years, according to a study by researchers at The University of Alabama.

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Free Tuscaloosa StoryWalk Family Event Led by UA Graduate Student

Families in Tuscaloosa will have the opportunity to enjoy storytime while taking along the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk April 11.

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State Business Leaders Expecting Economic Growth

In the latest quarterly survey by researchers at The University of Alabama, business leaders in the state are feeling more encouraged about the economy than they have since the global pandemic began.

The University of Alabama Create & Innovate Week A celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit

Entrepreneurs, Leaders Headline Events For Creators and Innovators

The College of Arts and Science’s New College will host Create + Innovate Week April 12-16.

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Band to Appear in Iconic Holiday Tradition with Bama Blitz Support

Bama fans will be excited to hear ‘Yea Alabama’ played in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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CCN Student Balance Relief Fund Featured in Bama Blitz

The Capstone College of Nursing’s Student Balance Relief Fund is the college’s passion project for the upcoming Bama Blitz crowdfunding campaign.

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National Assessment Aims to Assist Needs of Women Veterans

A national survey of women veterans hopes to provide the first comprehensive snapshot of the challenges they face transitioning to civilian life, providing veteran service organizations with data needed to expand outreach and better meet needs.

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RISE Center to Hold Golf, Tennis Fundraisers

UA’s RISE Center will hold the RISE Tournament of Champions and a women’s doubles tennis tournament benefiting therapeutic services provided by RISE.

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Alabama Forensic Council Wins Two National Championships

The Alabama Forensics Council won two national championships in speech and debate during the virtual Pi Kappa Delta National Comprehensive Tournament.