Faculty & Staff

Cyndi Elliott

Everyday Champions: Cyndi Elliott, Women & Gender Resource Center

Born and raised in Tuscaloosa to now working at the Capstone for 13 years, Cyndi Elliot grew up a Crimson Tide fan and has since become a member of the University and its legacy.

A headshot of Andrew Raffo Dewar

Dewar Named UA’s SEC Achievement Award Winner

Dr. Andrew Raffo Dewar, professor of interdisciplinary arts, was named the 2023 SEC Faculty Achievement Award winner for UA.

Coach Patrick Murphy with two players

On a Mission Together: We Are UA Ambassador Patrick Murphy

Head Softball Coach Patrick Murphy has a simple message: Believe in our school.

Bryan Fair speaks to two students

Connection Through Giving: We Are UA Ambassador Bryan Fair

Professor Bryan Fair is proud and excited to represent faculty and staff in the We Are UA giving campaign.

dogwood blooms and Denny Chimes

Faculty and Staff Accolades for March 2023

Publications, music albums, and lots of awards.

Men and women in wheelchairs celebrating a victory.

Wheelchair Basketball National Champions Celebrate Historic Seasons

The women’s team capped off the 2022-23 season 25-2 overall, while the men’s team finished out the 2022-23 season with a 25-3 overall record.

A marquee sign stating the new HR performance review system is live.

New Staff Performance Review System Goes Live

An ad hoc committee with representatives from across campus collaborated with HR to develop the new approach.

adirondak chairs on the quad

Progress on Updating Core Curriculum Continues

Ongoing work to reform the general education curriculum got a boost recently with Dr. Erik Peterson named as an associate provost for general education.

Alabama Writers Hall of Fame to Induct Eight March 10

Alabama Writers Hall of Fame to Induct Eight March 10

A reception will be held in the authors’ honor at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The induction ceremony will immediately follow dinner.

portraits of the nine premier awards winners

6 Students, 3 Faculty Receive Premier Awards, UA’s Top Honors

The honorees will be recognized during the Premier Awards banquet on March 2 at Hotel Capstone.