UA Alumni Inducted into Social Work Hall of Fame
Two University of Alabama alumni who, combined, have more than 70 years of experience advocating for Alabama’s children have been inducted into the Alabama Social Work Hall of Fame.
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UA Alumni Group Honors Faculty Members for Teaching
The University of Alabama National Alumni Association announced the 2019 recipients of the University’s highest honor for excellence in teaching – the Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Awards.
Covington Named Recipient of Cason Award in Nonfiction Writing
Dennis Covington, award-winning author and journalist, is the recipient of the 2019 Clarence E. Cason Award in Nonfiction Writing, presented by The University of Alabama College of Communication and Information Sciences.
UA Research Looks to Asteroid Belt for Clues on Early Solar System
By examining meteorites, research led by The University of Alabama is tackling some of the biggest questions of our solar system, chiefly how the make-up of the inner planets formed.
Participants Wanted for Inaugural Faculty Research Showcase
The Office for Undergraduate Research and the Office of Research and Economic Development want members of the faculty to participate in the inaugural Faculty Research Showcase.
UA Researcher Studies How Obesity, Sleep Affect Chronic Diseases
A UA researcher recently received an NIH grant to conduct a leading-edge study that will investigate the relationship between obesity and sleep and their role in developing cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.
Moundville Festival Celebrates Native American Cultures
UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park will host the 31st annual Moundville Native American Festival Oct. 9-12.
The Long Drone is Over, Cicada Season Ends in Alabama
Go outside and just listen. Frogs may be croaking, and birds may be singing, but the loud, incessant droning of cicadas that grate on psyches like nails on a chalkboard is fading.
Million Dollar Band to Perform in 2020 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The University of Alabama Million Dollar Band has been selected to perform in the 2020 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, representing the state of Alabama. This will mark the first appearance by the band in the Parade.