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UA Preview — Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2026

Engineering faculty win NSF CAREER Awards, expert available on Meta settlement with state of Alabama and much more. Continue reading UA Preview — Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2026

UA’s electric bus fleet connects research to transit operations

UA officially launched eight new electric buses providing quiet, zero-emissions transit on and around campus. Continue reading UA’s electric bus fleet connects research to transit operations

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Konstantin Matchev holding the challenge coin presented at the Genesis mission summit. MAtchev is standing in front of a map showing the award recipients.

AI meets particle physics in UA-led Department of Energy project

Giving scientists more time for science: A research team from The University of Alabama will leverage machine learning in the field of high-energy physics.

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UA joins inaugural U.S. Entente Cordiale Challenge

UA is among six American institutions chosen to participate in Entente Cordiale Day, a prestigious international academic competition.

Windgate Foundation quadruples support for UA’s book arts program

The $4 million gift will expand student support and strengthen the program’s future growth.

Sydney Blackhurst poses with a $10,000 check she earned during the SEC Startup Competition.

UA swimmer earns $10k in SEC Startup Competition

Blackhurst beat out student-athletes from the University of Arkansas, LSU and the University of South Carolina to take first place.

UA gives high school students look at rural healthcare careers

High school students from rural Alabama explored healthcare careers that can make a meaningful difference in their communities.

Joint statement from The University of Alabama and Auburn University regarding the Protect College Sports Act

The University of Alabama and Auburn University oppose the Protect College Sports Act and urge the Senate not to advance it in its current form.

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