News Releases

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UA to Hold Spring 2025 Commencement May 2-4

About 6,000 candidates will participate in eight ceremonies.

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UA Hosts Rural High School Counselor Drive-In

UA hosted 20 high school counselors from rural Alabama to learn more about the college experience at the Capstone.

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UA Again Named Top Producer of Fulbright Students

UA has been recognized as a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright U.S. Students.

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UA Moundville Archaeological Park Hosts Annual Toolmaker Event

The annual Knap-In will feature some of the best toolmakers and flint knappers.

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UA Waives Fees During Free App Week

Applications must be submitted by Feb. 28 at 11:59 p.m. Central Standard Time. The application fee will be required after the deadline.

The Tuscaloosa Africana Film Festival poster

UA Showcases Young African Filmmakers at Festival

The Africana Film Festival will feature films from Africa and the African Diaspora followed by a panel discussion.

University students hold signs showing the total amount raised by UA Miracle

UA Miracle Raises $223,725 for Children’s of Alabama

UA Miracle, the University’s largest student-led philanthropic organization, raised $223,725 for Children’s of Alabama.

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UA Launches Leaders to Legends Program for High School Students

Applications for the 2025-26 Leaders to Legends program will open in February.

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Gray Receives UA System’s McMahon-Pleiad Prize

Dr. Jeff Gray has been awarded The University of Alabama System’s McMahon-Pleiad Prize.