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UA Preview — Sept. 18-24, 2023

UA Preview — Sept. 18-24, 2023

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Latest News Releases

The four Rural Dental Scholars

UA Welcomes Inaugural Class of Rural Dental Scholars

The new Rural Dental Scholars Program recently welcomed four students from rural Alabama.

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New Director to Oversee Water Research

Matthew Womble, an innovator in the water industry, hired to lead UA’s water-related projects.

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UA, Shelton State Strengthen Ties Through New Agreement

UA and Shelton State signed a transfer agreement to create a seamless pathway to earning a bachelor’s degree from the Capstone. 

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UA Early College Students Named to Summer 2023 Director’s List

Early College students with an academic record of 3.6 or higher were recognized.

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New Computing Center Expands Innovation Opportunities

Funded by a $96 million investment, the center boosts UA’s leadership in water security and AI research.

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UA Junior Wins Obama Foundation’s Voyager Scholarship

Kate Herndon is one of 100 college students in the nation to receive the award.

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