Everyday Champions: Varnessa Hargrove, Bama Dining
From big smiles to motivational words, Hargrove is the epitome of what an everyday champion looks like.
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Building Bama: What’s New Around Campus
The University of Alabama is constantly evolving through construction and renovation projects to enhance the learning, teaching, living and research experience for students, faculty and staff.
Everyday Champions: Karen Chapman, UA Libraries
As an employee of 33 years at The University of Alabama, Karen Chapman, who serves as director of branch library services, has seen UA Libraries go through major changes over the past few decades.
Summer 2021 Commencement Photo Gallery
The University of Alabama celebrated more than 1,400 graduates during the summer commencement ceremonies.
Building Bama: 2nd Avenue Overpass Opens Aug. 4
The days of having to wait for a train to pass to get to and from campus will soon be in the rearview mirror.
Hardships Pushed Back His Graduation 25 Years; His Time Has Come
When Angel Narvaez-Lugo walks across the commencement stage on July 31 to receive his bachelor’s degree in religious studies, it will serve as a testament to how he’s overcome his challenging past, and as a gateway to a future of possibilities thus far denied him.
Everyday Champions: Theo Bruinton, Athletic Facilities
Bruinton loves leading a team making UA athletic facilities safe and welcoming for all.
Everyday Champions: Rhonda Hester, UA SafeState
Rhonda Hester doesn’t just take pride in her work at UASafeState, but also in her passions across campus.
Building Bama: Peter Bryce Preserve
The UA Board of Trustees passed a resolution creating the Peter Bryce Preserve, a space that will be maintained and preserved in perpetuity.
Everyday Champions: Jeanine Brooks, Action Card Services
Brooks led her team to expedite UA’s move to become a completely mobile-first campus during the pandemic.