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Social Media, Mental Health and Body Image

Social media platforms are not going anywhere, but we can act — both as individuals and as a community — to help decrease the adverse effects.

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UA to Hold Spring 2025 Commencement May 2-4

About 6,000 candidates will participate in eight ceremonies.

Dr. Mark Elliott and two students stand thigh-deep in an Alabama stream with instruments to collect water for water quality research.

Alabama Impact: UA Environmental and Ecological Research Serves the State

To address environmental challenges in Alabama, UA researchers develop solutions tailored to the state’s landscapes.

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Spring into Confidence: Overcome Body Image Pressures

Discover how to foster a positive body image, challenge negative thoughts, and embrace self-love.

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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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Positive Body Image: Why It Matters, How to Help Students

There are many ways faculty and staff can promote positive body image among students they encounter.

Uncover Your True Self: A Guide to Finding Yourself in College

Uncover Your True Self: A Guide to Finding Yourself in College

College is more than just classes and exams — it’s a pivotal time for self-discovery.

A dance student teaches a routine to adults with Cerebral Palsy.

Free UA Theatre, Dance Outreach Programs Uplift Alabamians

The outreach programs offer something for everyone from middle school students to adults.

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UA Program Helps Nonprofit Feed Thousands in Birmingham

Business students and faculty helped a Birmingham ministry scale up its food bank to serve more people.

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Healthy Relationships 101: Keep It Real, Keep It Respectful

Build strong, respectful, and fun connections this semester with this guide to healthy relationships and setting boundaries.