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UA Preview — Feb. 2-8, 2026

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

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

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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UA Searching for School of Leadership and Policy’s First Dean

UA has started the search for the dean of the recently established School of Leadership and Policy. 

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UA Remains Top Producer of Fulbright Students

UA has again earned the distinction of being named a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright Students.

UA safety reminder: winter weather

UA Suspends Normal Operations Jan. 26, 2026 

Due to extreme cold temperatures and the chance for icy road conditions, UA suspends operations Monday, Jan. 26.  

Graduate by Hilton to Debut in Tuscaloosa on UA Campus

Graduate by Hilton to Debut in Tuscaloosa on UA Campus

The iconic Graduate by Hilton lifestyle hotel brand will soon come to Tuscaloosa with the Hotel Capstone converting into Graduate by Hilton Tuscaloosa.

Culverhouse Gift to Create Faculty Endowment in UA School of Leadership and Policy

Culverhouse Gift to Create Faculty Endowment in UA School of Leadership and Policy

This is the first gift to the School of Leadership and Policy and pushes Culverhouse’s gifts to the University over $20 million.

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UA Senior Receives Marshall Scholarship

Addison Miller is among 43 Americans selected to study in the United Kingdom through the prestigious Marshall Scholarship.


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