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Startup Weekend to Bring Tuscaloosa Innovators Together

Startup Weekend to Bring Tuscaloosa Innovators Together

Do you have an idea for a new product or a solution to a problem but don’t know how to get started or who to start with? Startup Weekend Tuscaloosa Feb. 23-25 is where those ideas can become reality.

Million Dollar Band Honored Cartagena During Playoff Games

Million Dollar Band Honored Cartagena During Playoff Games

Stephanie Cartagena couldn’t wait to return to championship form.

HES Major Uses Tragedy to Power Career Ambitions

HES Major Uses Tragedy to Power Career Ambitions

Kaitlyn Jacoby, who will earn a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education Dec. 16 at Coleman Coliseum, was orphaned at the age of 16 after both her mother and father died of cancer.

It’s a Long Race: UA Senior Eager to Begin Career After Late Start

It’s a Long Race: UA Senior Eager to Begin Career After Late Start

Anthony Reed had just finished the welding program at a nearby community college when advisers told him he had potential for more.

Former Wrestling Champ Set to Earn Master’s Degree from UA

Former Wrestling Champ Set to Earn Master’s Degree from UA

Debra Marshall, who will complete her master’s degree in criminology and criminal justice at The University of Alabama in December, has a unique career history that aids in her graduate work: professional wrestling.

A Sweet Taste of Culture for International Students

A Sweet Taste of Culture for International Students

International students experience American Christmas traditions — decorating cookies, making gingerbread houses and singing carols — for the first time.

Computer Science Students Take Home First Place at HackATL

Computer Science Students Take Home First Place at HackATL

A team of College of Engineering students took home first place in a recent business competition.

O Christmas Tree … You’ve Gone Viral

O Christmas Tree … You’ve Gone Viral

Hey, it’s Kelsey Hall, the UA student who has been dressed as a Christmas tree this week.

Students Help Salvation Army With Innovative Software

Students Help Salvation Army With Innovative Software

By Adam Jones With the millions of letters he receives each year, let’s hope old Saint Nick has something this nifty. A senior project by three computer science students at The University of Alabama is assisting with getting presents to needy children this holiday season. Working with the Tuscaloosa Corps of the Salvation Army, three

Bros for Life: UA Undergrad, CrossingPoints Graduate Connect Through Football

Bros for Life: UA Undergrad, CrossingPoints Graduate Connect Through Football

Ivan Bailey and Brad Zizzi’s friendship started with flag football. It then led to hunting, fishing and riding four-wheelers together at Brad’s parents’ house.