Education Graduate Student Wins Three Minute Thesis Competition
Fifteen participants had to give compelling oration on their research and its significance in just three minutes.
Colleges & Schools
Robotics Contest Awardee Returns to UA 9 Years Later as a Freshman
In 2011, third grader Mary Virginia McKinley competed in UA’s first-ever robotics competition. Now she is studying computer science.
Moundville Archaeological Park Virtual 5K Supports Education Fund
UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park will hold its annual 5K Footrace virtually throughout November and December to support its education fund.
UA to Launch Early Learning Initiative at Gadsden in January 2021
UA’s College of Education will launch the UA Early Learning Initiative at Gadsden in January 2021 at the University’s Gadsden Center.
Student Documentary Wins Best Student Film at DC Black Film Festival
Master of Journalism student Elroy Johnson’s documentary follows three Black teenagers in a Dallas, Texas STEM program.
Finalists for Dean of Social Work to Meet Campus Nov. 9-12
Candidates will engage with student, staff and faculty groups and make a Zoom presentation to the campus community from 9-10 a.m. CST each day.
UA-Led Study of Southeastern Groundwater Assists Water Management
The University of Alabama is leading a 4-year, $6 million project to conduct groundwater research that will provide new scientific insights and make useful groundwater water predictions for the Southeast.
Alabama Business Confidence Ticks Upward for Fourth Quarter
The Center for Business Economics and Research’s most recent quarterly survey shows business confidence is increasing thanks to new innovations and safety measures introduced to lessen the spread of coronavirus.
Capstone Agency Named Top Student-Run Firm by PRSSA (Again)
The national award given annually is based on agency operations, billable hours, client work, revenue, agency culture and more.
Graduate Application Fees Waived During Free App Week
The University of Alabama Graduate School is waiving application fees for prospective graduate students Nov. 8 to 15.