Culture & Community

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7 Alabama Attractions to Explore Near Tuscaloosa 

From world-class museums to majestic parks, the state of Alabama has a lot to offer. Here are just a few of the many attractions within a two-hour drive of UA’s campus.

A white male washes a black truck.

Giving Back Through Hands on Tuscaloosa

The University of Alabama hosted its annual Hands on Tuscaloosa event March 5. Students donated their time to help the community.

Cameron Smith, Linda Smith, Clay Smith and University of Alabama President Stuart R. Bell

Smith Family Gift Pushes The Rising Tide Over $1 Billion

UA’s Rising Tide Capital Campaign has surpassed $1 billion in charitable commitments thanks to a recent gift commitment of $20 million to name the Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts.

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UA Moundville Archaeological Park Hosts Knap-In March 4-5

The University of Alabama Moundville Archaeological Park will host stone tool makers and flint knappers from around the nation during its annual Knap-In March 4-5.

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UA to Sign Partnership to Make Job Site Safer

UA SafeState is partnering with OSHA and Brasfield & Gorrie General Contractors to make a Jefferson County job site safer.

Serving the Community Through CreateAthon 2022

Serving the Community Through CreateAthon 2022

For the sixth consecutive year, Capstone Agency, a nationally accredited, student-led communications firm, held its annual event benefitting local nonprofits.

A student in Rodgers Library 3-D prints a sword hilt.

14 Reasons to Love UA Libraries

February is Library Lover’s Month, the perfect time to count the ways we love our campus libraries.

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Students: Compete for $100K in Prizes at 2022 Aldag Competition

Taking place March 28 and 29, the competition allows UA students to present their business ideas.

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UADM Raises More Than $252,000 for Children’s Miracle Network

The University of Alabama Dance Marathon raised $252,001 for Children’s of Alabama during its latest annual fundraising efforts.