UA System Hosts Virtual Scholars Institute
This month The University of Alabama System will host its 13th Annual Scholars Institute through a series of online events.
Colleges & Schools
UA Law School Announces Finalists for the 2020 Harper Lee Prize
The University of Alabama School of Law named the finalists for the 2020 Harper Lee Prize for Legal Fiction.
UA Offering Courses on Coronavirus
Three courses offered this summer at The University of Alabama will allow students to understand issues stemming from the coronavirus pandemic while exploring solutions to a PPE shortage.
Tuscaloosa Community Business Plan Competition Goes Virtual
The University of Alabama will host the 2020 Tuscaloosa Innovates Business Plan Competition that will distribute $25,000 and in-kind support to the top ideas, pitched in front of a panel of area business leaders.
Four Projects Receive Funding from UA CyberSeed Program
Four promising research projects received funding from The University of Alabama CyberSeed program, the UA Office for Research and Economic Development announced.
From Homeless as a Child to Working with Homeless Vets
Rebecca Koen, who experienced homelessness as a child, will soon begin working with homeless populations and military veterans in Washington, D.C.
UA Celebrates Special Connection with Spring 2020 Class
The 6,500 spring graduates at The University of Alabama may not walk across the stage as planned Saturday, but they’re receiving special recognition of their accomplishments in a unique way.
Online Student Ready to Get Back in Classroom … as the Teacher
Becca Paholski always knew she wanted to work with kids. As a distance learner, she got to experience her dream job early, while still a full-time student.
Distance Learning Student Finds Inspiration in 11 Children
Sarah Rickenbacker’s journey to a UA degree was motivated by the love and support of her family, which includes 11 children.
UA Children’s Program, RISE Center Carry on Virtually
While preschoolers from the UA Children’s Program and RISE Center are sheltering at home, they continue to connect with teachers, learn, play and even receive therapy through inventive and individualized online interactions.