Colleges & Schools

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Pandemic’s Effects Will Linger on State’s Growing Economy

The state’s economy could grow by 2.6% in 2021, a good clip that will not pull the state out of the hole created in 2020 by the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report published today by economists at The University of Alabama.

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Black History Month: Leaders in Law

These law graduates have left a lasting impression on UA and the state.

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NASA Mission to Include Contributions from UA Engineering

Engineering researchers at The University of Alabama will contribute to a pioneering spaceflight mission set to launch in 2025.

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UA Students Win Gilman International Scholarships

The scholarships will enable students to study abroad during the 2021-2022 academic year.

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UA, Tuscaloosa File Joint Patent to Detect Community Blight

The University of Alabama and the City of Tuscaloosa collaborated to create a system that can automatically detect blighted areas in a community, helping prevent issues before they escalate into costly repairs for property owners.

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Dean’s List Students Named for UA Fall 2020 Term

More than 13,000 students were named to the dean’s and president’s lists for fall 2020.

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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.