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UA Alumni Named Knight-Hennessy Scholars

UA is among only three public universities to have more than one scholar selected.

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UA Photography Professor Awarded Prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship

The Guggenheim Fellowship is one of the most respected recognitions an artist can receive.

UA to Launch State’s First School of Data Science

UA to Launch State’s First School of Data Science

The School will provide a hub for artificial intelligence education, innovation and workforce development.

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UA Among National Leaders with AI-Readiness Initiative Launch

The UA AI Experience will ensure all UA faculty, staff and students have the skills to build AI fluency.

Bedford Falls Foundation’s First Gift in Alabama Fuels UA Nursing Growth

Bedford Falls Foundation’s First Gift in Alabama Fuels UA Nursing Growth

This $1.5 million investment will expand in-state scholarships and help grow Alabama’s nursing workforce.

Big Al gardening on campus.

Over 1,500 Gifts Made During Bama Blitz

The ninth annual giving days campaign raised more than $1 million in gifts.


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