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UA Preview — June 30-July 6, 2025

Students offered Hollings Scholarships, high school students from rural Alabama learn about the health care profession and much more. Continue reading UA Preview — June 30-July 6, 2025

Rural Alabama Students Explore Health Care Careers at UA

Alabama high school students learned about health care needs in rural communities. Continue reading Rural Alabama Students Explore Health Care Careers at UA

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John Abbott

Abbott is an entomology expert studying insects and shares his knowledge about nature and conservation.

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Adam Knowlden

Knowlden studies sleeping habits and the mental effects afternoon naps can have.

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John E. Burkhardt II

Burkhardt is a clinical psychologist specializing in how time changes and the resulting longer days can affect a person’s mood.

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DCH and Capstone College of Nursing staff in front of the Supportive Care Clinic sign

UA, DCH Partner to Establish Innovative Supportive Care Clinic

The clinic aims to provide specialized medical care for patients with serious illnesses.

University of Alabama and hospital representatives posing in front of Druid City Hospital

UA, DCH Health System Partner to Strengthen Nursing Workforce

The partnership will enhance workforce development and expand educational opportunities for health care professionals.

Multiple satellites are shown in orbit over the earth

Research in Orbit: UA to Partner with Air Force Research Labs on Satellite Fuel

Interdisciplinary research at UA will help power the development of a more efficient, less toxic fuel for orbiting satellites.

Dr. Peter J. Mohler Appointed 30th President of The University of Alabama

A distinguished leader with over 20 years of experience in higher education, Mohler will assume the role on July 21.

This years group of the Tuscaloosa Rural Pre Medical Interns

UA CCHS Welcomes Fourth Class of Rural Pre-Medical Students

The Tuscaloosa Rural Pre-Medical Internship is a summer program for college students in pre-medical studies who are interested in rural primary care.

UA to Hold Summer 2025 Commencement Aug. 2

Over 1,200 students are expected to graduate at UA’s summer commencement.

Learn about commercial & documentary filming on CAMPUS

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