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Shelby Scholar Crowned 2024 UA Homecoming Queen

Adams will officially be crowned during halftime of Saturday’s Alabama-Missouri football game.

Historic Fundraising Year Leads to $261 Million in Gifts at UA

Historic Fundraising Year Leads to $261 Million in Gifts at UA

UA’s record fundraising year has helped push the Rising Tide 2.0 capital campaign past 90% of its $1.8 billion goal.

Dean Schnavia Smith Hatcher presentes a portrait to James Slaughter, the 2024 social work hall of fame inductee

Social Work Hall of Fame Inducts Retired Alabama DHR Leader

The UA School of Social Work honored James Slaughter, retired deputy commissioner of the Alabama DHR, as its 2024 hall of fame inductee.

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Haunting at the Museum Explores Creepy Cryptids, Fantastic Fossils

UA Museums will host Haunting at the Museum, a free, family-friendly and all-ages event held at both the Alabama Museum of Natural History and Gorgas House Museum.

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Gorgas House Museum, Jemison Mansion Collaborate for Halloween Event

Visitors will tour Tuscaloosa’s historic homes and learn about the sociocultural expectations and practices of mourning and grieving after the Civil War and greater Victorian Era.

Big Al leading a parade.

Homecoming 2024 Ushers in ‘New Era’ with Drone Light Show

Events planned throughout the week culminate with the bonfire, pep rally and drone light show on Friday.

Communication and Information Sciences Hall of Fame Inducts 4

Communication and Information Sciences Hall of Fame Inducts 4

C&IS has recognized four distinguished professionals for their exceptional contributions.

UA Center to Provide Environmental Analysis to Support National Security

UA Center to Provide Environmental Analysis to Support National Security

UA’s Global Water Security Center cemented an agreement to provide global environmental analysis in support of national security decision making.

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UA RISE Center Hosts BUY for RISE Fundraiser

The UA RISE Center will host its annual BUY for RISE fundraiser Oct. 18 and 19.

UA to Hold Fall 2024 Commencement Dec. 14

UA to Hold Fall 2024 Commencement Dec. 14

About 1,600 candidates will participate in two ceremonies.