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A male and two females stand in front of the Mercedes-Benz logo.

Co-ops create shorter path to job offers

To help raise student awareness of co-op opportunities, The University of Alabama Career Center is hosting its first-ever Crimson Co-Op Day Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. across campus, including an information session at 3 p.m. in the Career Center.

Tilghman smiling and waving while wearing the Miss Alabama crown and holding a flower bouquet.

UA alumna takes Honors College programming to Miss America

Ruby Tilghman revived the 57 Miles program and made her platform as Miss Alabama.

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University Boulevard gets makeover with new oaks

UA added new oak trees between 2nd Avenue and Peter Bryce Boulevard along University Boulevard over the summer.

Pictured left to right, front row: Andrew Stovall, Madelyn Parks, Destiney Crawford, Kameron Baba and Marah Inman. Back row: Jacob Bailey, Mary Sullivan, Anna Dickey, Reginald Clifton and Sam Miller

Capitol Scholars applications open for Summer 2027

Applications are open through Sept. 14. Students should be prepared to submit a resumé and two recommendations.

An aerial view of the construction of the Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts

Building Bama: What’s new for fall 2026

From refreshed historic landmarks to new hubs for student support and the arts, campus continues to evolve with construction and renovation projects.

Script A freshmen event from 2016

A decade of Script A: Alumni reflect on beloved tradition

The Script A tradition, now in its 10th year, serves as the official freshman class photo and as part of UA’s Weeks of Welcome.

Icahn Stadium in New York

UA student-athletes earn medals at Para Track and Field National Championships

The national championship event was held July 23-26 at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island in New York City.

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Welcome back: August events you don’t want to miss

Make the most of August 2026 with student events, campus traditions and local fun happening all month long.

Snapshot from summer 2026 commencement

Snapshot from summer 2026 commencement

See some of the best shots from the summer 2026 commencement ceremony.

a bird's eye view of the commencement stage showing shows of sears filled with graduates

Summer 2026 degree candidates announced

About 1,300 students are expected to complete their degrees this summer. The summer commencement ceremony takes place Saturday, Aug. 1.