News Releases

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Moundville Archaeological Park Hosts Lithic Arts Festival

Moundville Archaeological Park will host the Moundville Lithic Arts Festival, formerly the Knap-In, March 6-7.

Alabama President Peter Mohler, Brigadier General Maurice Barnett and Colonel Eugene Moore the third holding shovels during the groundbreaking ceremony

UA Breaks Ground for ROTC, Student Veterans Center

The nearly 20,000 square foot facility will be located on the east side of campus near the Student Recreation Center. 

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New UA Facility Focused on Water Will Support Research, Economic Development  

UA will open the Wiregrass Hub, a facility focused on water research, community engagement and student recruitment, in downtown Enterprise.

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UA Begins Search for Vice President for Community Impact

The VP for community impact serves as UA’s executive leader responsible for leading strategy for forging meaningful partnerships.

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Academic Avengers Assemble for UA’s Family Day at the Museum

Family Day at the Museum will feature hands-on exploration of subjects studied by UA graduate students.

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UA Aims to Double Nursing Enrollment to Address Statewide Shortage 

UA has unveiled a transformative plan to double the enrollment of the Capstone College of Nursing.

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UA Launches Innovative College Readiness Programs

UA is providing Alabama high school students new immersive, dedicated support and direction as they prepare for college.

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UA to Hold Spring 2026 Commencement May 1-3

More than 6,000 students will participate in eight ceremonies.

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UA Searching for School of Leadership and Policy’s First Dean

UA has started the search for the dean of the recently established School of Leadership and Policy. 

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UA Remains Top Producer of Fulbright Students

UA has again earned the distinction of being named a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright Students.