Arts & Culture

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60th Anniversary of UA Desegregation

The University of Alabama honored the 60th anniversary of its desegregation with events June 11 and 12.

a plaque in the Malone-Hood plaza that reads: "One person can make a difference if that person is committed to making a difference."

60 Years Later, University of Alabama Integration Still Resonates

June 11, 1963, should be remembered as a day that doors were opened.

An historical photo two African American students surrounded by law enforcement, officials and media as they register for classes at The University of Alabama.

UA to Commemorate 60th Anniversary of Desegregation

A series of events commemorating the 60th anniversary of UA’s desegregation begins June 11.

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Marvelous May Events

The spring semester is coming to an end, but the events continue! Read on to find ways to fill your May schedule.

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Something Permanent and Real: UA Artists Add Public Art to Trail

The Van de Graaff Park eco trail is the latest public art collaboration that benefits student-artists and communities.

Joe Minter walks through an art exhibit in his yard.

UA-Created Digital Exhibition of Alabama Artist Publicly Available

A project to digitally display and preserve the work of a well-regarded Birmingham artist has launched, drawing international attention.

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Spring 2023 Issue of ‘Alabama Heritage’ Highlights Mobile’s Renaissance

For nearly 40 years, the city of Mobile experienced an artistic and cultural flourishing that encompassed visual art, architecture, literature and, of course, carnival.

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History Students Mashup Past and Future for Slow Art Day

Dr. Sharony Green’s students are bringing a global art event to campus.

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The April Agenda: What’s on at UA?

The semester may soon be coming to an end, but the events are here to stay! Check out some of these exciting activities on and around campus to put some spring in your step.   On and Around Campus “Quilts” by Coulter FusselThrough April, Sarah Moody Gallery of Art, free  “Frontieres Sans Frontieres”April 1, 7:30-9 p.m.,

a photo of Teairra Evans and a photo of Abby Foes

Women’s History Month: Spotlight on Female Student Researchers

Teairra Evans and Abby Foes are making history at the University of Alabama and beyond. Read on to learn how the two are making spaces for more women in the fields of science and medicine.