UA SUPe Store Pilots Textbook Rental Program
The University of Alabama Supply Store is piloting a new textbook rental program this fall, beginning with three courses.
Announcements
Artist Sews Genius, Heritage into UA’s Moundville Museum Exhibit
Jay McGirt is sewing thousands of feathers onto a piece of burlap. It’s part of an exhibit depicting a Native American wedding scene to be displayed at The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park museum.
U.S. News Ranks UA Among Top 50 Public Universities
The University of Alabama is again ranked among the top 50 public universities in the nation, according to U.S. News and World Report’s annual rankings for 2010. UA is ranked 43rd among public national universities and 96th among all universities, both public and private.
Information Concerning Flu on the UA Campus
As of Aug. 18, The University of Alabama has confirmed 21 students who are exhibiting flu-like symptoms. The CDC and the Alabama Department of Public Health continue to recommend that H1N1 be treated just like seasonal flu.
UA Engineering Appoints Back as Director of Construction Engineering Program
The University of Alabama College of Engineering recently named Dr. W. Edward Back director of the Construction Engineering Program.
UA Engineering Appoints Two Department Heads
The University of Alabama College of Engineering recently named two new department heads. Dr. Bob Taylor has been appointed to lead the department of mechanical engineering, and Dr. Viola L. Acoff has been named to direct the department of metallurgical and materials engineering.
August Graduates Announced at UA
The University of Alabama will award some 1,200 degrees during summer commencement Saturday, Aug. 8, on campus.
School Bus Seat Belt Pilot Study Enters Final Research Year
A study, conducted through The University of Alabama’s University Transportation Center for Alabama, will provide information about school buses with seat belts for possible adoption throughout the state and the nation.
UA to Hold Summer Commencement Ceremonies Aug. 8
The University of Alabama’s summer commencement ceremonies will be held Saturday, Aug. 8 at 9 a.m. in Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.
UA Files Appeal with NCAA on Textbook Case
The University of Alabama has filed an appeal with the NCAA over the vacation of wins penalty in the case involving violation of the NCAA’s rules on textbooks for student-athletes.