Leaving Home for a Brighter Future
Nasir Eisty has come a long way from the small Bangladeshi town where he grew up. But the constant love and care from his parents and teachers made it possible to get where he is today.
Colleges & Schools
Student Creates Presidential Election Forecast Model Used by CNN
Jack Kersting, a 19-year-old native of Richardson, Texas, studying economics, created political forecasting models that gained recognition for their quality and accuracy, and have been used by major media outlets such as CNN.
UA to Hold 2020 Spring and Summer Commencement July 31-Aug. 2
The University of Alabama will hold joint spring and summer commencement exercises over three days beginning Friday, July 31, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.
UA Researchers Examine Stress of Pandemic on Decision-Making
Researchers at The University of Alabama were awarded a grant to see if the long-term effects of the coronavirus pandemic may include poor decision-making by those who experienced increased stress levels.
UA Offers New Minor in Global Health
Beginning this fall, UA’s College of Arts and Sciences will offer a new minor in global health.
UA to Help Bring Computer Sciences to Alabama High Schools
A collaborative project between The University of Alabama and several statewide partners was awarded a nearly $4 million grant to bring computer science education to Alabama K-12 schools.
UA Theatre and Dance Releases Online Performances, Lessons
While live performances and instruction on campus are paused, the UA Department of Theatre and Dance is releasing weekly performances and lessons through two new video series.
Pandemic Public Nights Allows for Digital Stargazing on Four Continents
The UA Department of Physics and Astronomy returned access to its powerful reflecting telescope in the observatory atop Gallalee Hall through what’s been dubbed Pandemic Public Nights, a digital viewing through the telescope.
Overcoming Challenges, Realizing Dreams Together
Eric and Maleka Beal have never been ones to let a challenge keep them from reaching their goals.