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Karen Chapman

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

Summer 2021 Commencement Photo Gallery

The University of Alabama celebrated more than 1,400 graduates during the summer commencement ceremonies.

The Second Avenue Overpass elevating over the train tracks

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.

Angel Narvaez-Lugo

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.

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Everyday Champions: Theo Bruinton, Athletic Facilities

Bruinton loves leading a team making UA athletic facilities safe and welcoming for all.

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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.

A large obelisk identifying Peter Bryce Preserve at the entrance of the preserve

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.

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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.

Everyday Champions

The University of Alabama is home to champions both on and off the field and in and out of the classroom. Everyday Champions are staff and faculty members who work behind the scenes to keep the campus running, show enthusiasm for supporting the UA community and embody the UA spirit of pride, determination and ingenuity. Read Their Stories These are just a few

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Everyday Champions: Keith Norton, Culverhouse College of Business

Keith Norton always wanted to work with people, and when a job opened up at UA, he jumped at the chance to help students.