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An actress plays a character who pleads for the life of her brother near the bench the theater company always uses in "Measure for Measure."

Tuscaloosa’s Rude Mechanicals Group Takes ‘Measure’ of Shakespeare

The Rude Mechanicals, Tuscaloosa’s free Shakespeare in the park company, is starting its 17th season with the problem play “Measure for Measure,” directed by Dr. Steve Burch, UA professor of theatre.

Students practice taking photos in studio.

Students Sharpen Photo Skills, Learn History for Black Belt Artist Trip

A UA student group will photograph and interview artists who live in the Black Belt as part of a collaborative initiative between the University, the nonprofit Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center and Canon Solutions America.

Mother, Son Earn Business Degrees Together

Mother, Son Earn Business Degrees Together

Lisa and Russell Hewitt could feel other students staring at them as they sat in class. “People were looking at us like, ‘does that guy have his mom with him?’” Lisa said. Yes, he sure did.

Not the Usual Lecture Hall: Spain is the Art Students’ Classroom

Not the Usual Lecture Hall: Spain is the Art Students’ Classroom

This month, 20 students are traveling from Madrid to Barcelona touring the famous art collections, sculptures, museums, architecture and buildings of Spain as they’re taught its art style and history by department of art and art history faculty.

Photo of two students with awards

National Alumni Association Names Top Seniors for 2019

Each year, the National Alumni Association honors outstanding seniors who exemplify strong character and achievement while attending The University of Alabama.

Delta Zeta sorority.

Students, Houses Receive Order of Omega Honors for Greek Life

Order of Omega recognizes juniors and seniors who have exemplified high standards in the areas of scholarship, leadership and involvement within their respective organizations, the campus and the community.

Milton: ‘I’m Better for it Now’

Milton: ‘I’m Better for it Now’

On Sunday, May 5, Jilisa Milton became the first student to earn a MSW-JD degree at UA, culminating four years of preparation for the growing need for trauma-informed lawyers.

What You Need to Know About Measles

What You Need to Know About Measles

The recent outbreak of measles in several parts of the nation has brought the once thought to be eliminated virus to the forefront of media and everyday conversation.

12 UA Students, Graduates Chosen for Fulbright Awards

12 UA Students, Graduates Chosen for Fulbright Awards

Ten University of Alabama students were chosen as Fulbright Student Award Winners for 2019–2020.

Gorgas Library on the Quad during a blue-skied day

Gorgas Library Begins 18-Month Renovation

Renovations to the historic Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library, built in 1939, will begin May 6 and continue an estimated 18 months.