Colleges & Schools
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.
UA to Lead National STEM Education Project
With two grants totaling more than $4 million, The University of Alabama leads a national effort to continue and expand undergraduate science courses that engage students in active research.
UA Engineering Hosts Annual E-Day
The University of Alabama College of Engineering will soon host E-Day, an open house for prospective students that explores the many opportunities the College has to offer.
Arney: Million Dollar Band Reinforces Self-Discipline, Commitment
At one point, Caitlin Arney wasn’t sure if she’d be able to balance nursing school and her role in the Million Dollar Band. But then she thought, “I’m not the only one going through this.”
UA’s C&IS Receives $10 Million Gift from Holle Family Foundation
A $10 million gift commitment from the Holle Family Foundation, of Birmingham, will position the College of Communication and Information Sciences at The University of Alabama as a leader in creativity and communication and honor the life of Brig. Gen. Everett Hughes Holle.