News Releases

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Golf, Tennis Fundraisers Benefit UA RISE Center

The UA RISE Center will host women’s and mixed doubles tennis tournaments and the RISE Tournament of Champions to aid in fundraising efforts to help its students reach their full potential.

Beneath the Earth, Ancient Ocean Floor Likely Surrounds the Core

Beneath the Earth, Ancient Ocean Floor Likely Surrounds the Core

Through global-scale seismic imaging of Earth’s innards, research led by The University of Alabama revealed a layer between the core and the mantle that is likely a dense, yet thin, sunk ocean floor, a new study reveals.

Headshots of Skylar Elliott and Riley Nold.

Two UA Students Named Goldwater Scholars

The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program has selected two UA students as Goldwater Scholars for 2023-2024.

A red yard sign sign reading in white letter "for rent."

Affordability Concerns Remain as Costlier Rent Growth Slows

The average cost to rent housing across the country continues to become more expensive, but the price increases are slowing, according to a monthly rent index compiled by three colleges including The University of Alabama.

Students receiving their awards during the Tapping on the Mound ceremony

UA Honors Week 2023 Features Tapping on the Mound

UA will celebrate the achievements of outstanding students and faculty during Honors Week, April 3-7, culminating in the Tapping on the Mound ceremony on Honors Day.

UA Campus Home to Alabama Champion Tree

UA Campus Home to Alabama Champion Tree

UA was also recognized during the event as a “Tree Campus USA” for the eighth consecutive year.

UA Honors College Launches James C. Kennemer Center for Innovation and Social Impact

UA Honors College Launches James C. Kennemer Center for Innovation and Social Impact

The James C. Kennemer Center for Innovation and Social Impact will promote active learning experiences and research opportunities for UA students.

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.

An illustration of a brain artistically placed in open space.

UA Hosting ‘Brain Day’ for High School Athletes

In an effort to promote awareness of brain injury and brain health, The University of Alabama will host more than 300 football student-athletes from state high schools on March 31 as part of Brain Injury Awareness Month.

Stewart McLaurin with the White House in the background

White House Historian, UA Alumnus to Discuss Famed Home

Stewart McLaurin will provide a talk about the history of the association and famous residence March 1 on the UA campus.