UA’s Impact on State, Local Economies Sets Records
UA continues to be an economic driver for the state as its flagship university set record high economic and fiscal impacts for the 2023-2024 academic year.
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UA Advances Research Across Disciplines through AI Infrastructure Investments
UA hosted the ACHE AI Exchange, showcasing impactful AI research on campus and highlighting the upcoming HPC’s impact on AI initiatives.
Governors, Industry and Education Leaders Announce Tri-State Manufacturing Partnership
MAGNET will leverage the Southeastern U.S. automotive industry to stimulate use-inspired research, economic development and job growth.
High Performance Computing and Data Center Construction Ready to Begin
The HPC will be a petascale computing system capable of performing quadrillions of calculations per second.
USGS, UA Celebrate Opening of World-Class Hydrologic Facility
The Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility will advance innovation, boost economic development and launch the next generation of scientists.
UA Programs Develop Strong State Workforce
Beyond generating thousands of new college graduates each year, UA contributes to the state’s workforce in numerous ways.
Small Businesses Get Training Boost from Alabama SBDC
Initiative will support training and one-on-one advising for Alabama small businesses.
UA Center for Economic Development Boosts Alabama Tourism
UACED plays a vital role in attracting guests to the Yellowhammer State through its Tourism Development Program.
ATI Hosts Inaugural Transportation Awareness Day
Young students discovered career possibilities in the transportation sector.
5 Ways to Trek 100 Alabama Miles This Year
The annual statewide challenge managed by the Center for Economic Development kicks off in April.