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Coast Guard Lieutenant Recipient of First Legendary Service Award

Coast Guard Lieutenant Recipient of First Legendary Service Award

The lieutenant is currently earning her master’s in communication studies from UA Online. 

a collage of pictures of student veterans, student military dependents and the American falg

‘Their Sacrifice Means So Much’: Students Reflect on Veterans Day 

As Veterans Day draws near, several UA student veterans and military dependents share what the day means to them, and the significance of it.

Message from the President and VP for Student Life

Our University of Alabama community is heartbroken by the loss of our student, Garrett Walker. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with his family, friends and loved ones as we mourn his passing. 

Mural of Space is Our Place in Madison County, by artist Jahni Moore, 2018

Alabama’s Rich Culture, History Told on Mural Trail Throughout the State

The Alabama Mural Trail encourages tourists and locals alike to explore the state’s rich culture and history through public art.

Archie Wade and Stuart Bell standing in front of Wade Hall following the dedication ceremony

UA Dedicates Wade Hall in Honor of First Black Faculty Member

The University of Alabama officially dedicated Wade Hall in honor of Dr. Archie Wade, the first Black faculty member at the Capstone, during a ceremony Nov. 3.

Ifeanyi Okpala, an engineering doctoral candidate

UA’s Renowned Graduate School Sets Record Enrollment

This fall The University of Alabama celebrates its largest-ever Graduate School enrollment.

A’Neshia Turner's I Exist award winning comic strip

UA Publications, Students Win Awards at College Media Convention

The Associated Collegiate Press and College Media Association honored several UA students and publications with awards during the Fall National College Media Convention.

American flags in front of president's mansion

Celebrate Veterans Day at Special Events for Veterans, Community

The University of Alabama is honoring veterans this year with several activities for faculty, staff, students and community members.

UA representatives with a local food bank representative standing next to a pallet of donated meals

Donate a Meal to Help Families This Thanksgiving

Swipe Away Hunger is collecting UA meal plan guest swipes that will become Thanksgiving meals for local families. 

Members of the Collegiate Ballroom Competition Team showing their ribbons

Ballroom Dance Team Wins Big at Competition

UA’s Collegiate Ballroom Competition Team won numerous awards during the Gamecock Invitational at the University of South Carolina Oct. 23.