Faculty & Staff

Dr. Dough Phillips standing near a body of water

Classes in the Great Outdoors: ‘Discovering Alabama’

Dr. Doug Phillips, Emmy Award-winning creator, producer and host of “Discovering Alabama,” was the first to teach outdoor classes at UA.

VA Clinic Opens Satellite Office for UA Community

VA Clinic Opens Satellite Office for UA Community

The University of Alabama opened a new VA satellite clinic in Capital Hall on the UA campus to support UA faculty, staff and students who are veterans.

Message from the President and VP for Student Life

Our University of Alabama community is heartbroken by the loss of our student, Garrett Walker. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with his family, friends and loved ones as we mourn his passing. 

Mural of Space is Our Place in Madison County, by artist Jahni Moore, 2018

Alabama’s Rich Culture, History Told on Mural Trail Throughout the State

The Alabama Mural Trail encourages tourists and locals alike to explore the state’s rich culture and history through public art.

Archie Wade and Stuart Bell standing in front of Wade Hall following the dedication ceremony

UA Dedicates Wade Hall in Honor of First Black Faculty Member

The University of Alabama officially dedicated Wade Hall in honor of Dr. Archie Wade, the first Black faculty member at the Capstone, during a ceremony Nov. 3.

Ifeanyi Okpala, an engineering doctoral candidate

UA’s Renowned Graduate School Sets Record Enrollment

This fall The University of Alabama celebrates its largest-ever Graduate School enrollment.

On the left sits a man with his hands crossed in front of him. The man is smiling and in a white shirt. Right, sits a woman in a brown jacket sitting with her hands crossed.

Everyday Champions: Jim Barron and Lauren Brooks, Residential Services

As a team, Jim Barron and Lauren Brooks oversee roommate assignments and much more.

American flags in front of president's mansion

Celebrate Veterans Day at Special Events for Veterans, Community

The University of Alabama is honoring veterans this year with several activities for faculty, staff, students and community members.

The Wakanda Ball banner

The Black Tie Black Panther: Wakanda Scholarship Ball Announced

Wakanda Forever. The University of Alabama’s Black Faculty and Staff Association will host the first annual Wakanda Scholarship Ball Feb. 5 from 6 to 10 p.m.

Nana Nkweti wearing white posing for photos

English Professor’s Book Taps into Heritage, Zombies, Mystery, More

Nana Nkweti’s debut anthology delves into her Cameroonian-American heritage, spirituality, horror, poetry, societal critique, mystery, science fiction and more.