America’s Going Gray
In America, the population age 65 and older is expected to double by 2030. At that rate, this group is projected to comprise 20 percent of the population while utilizing 50 percent of the nation’s health care resources.
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UA Announces Groundbreaking for New CCHS Facility
On Sunday, Nov. 24, at 3 p.m., The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences, which is part of The University of Alabama School of Medicine (UASOM), will host a groundbreaking ceremony for their new $12.6 million facility.
UA to Hold Annual Homecoming Week Oct. 13-19
Entertainment, lawn decorations, a parade and pep rally are all part of The University of Alabama tradition of celebrating Homecoming Week, scheduled this year for Oct. 13-19.
UA Enrollment Up; Outstanding Freshman Class Enrolls
Enrollment at The University of Alabama this fall reached its highest level in more than a decade.
Remembering to Ask Humpty
Several years ago the trustees of The University of Alabama realized that rural health care needs and solutions were scattered throughout six colleges at UA. To bring together these like-minded people, the Institute of Rural Health Research was begun. The institute, which recently observed its first anniversary, strives to cut red tape and harness the efforts of a wide number of disciplines for one purpose: health in rural America.
UA’s New Research Center to Address Mental Health Needs of Elderly
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has awarded The University of Alabama a $500,000 grant to create a research center focusing on the mental health needs of the nation’s soaring elderly population.
Media Advisory — UA’s Summer Commencement Exercises
Monday, August 12, 2002, 9 a.m., Coleman Coliseum
Media Advisory — UA’s Spring Commencement Exercises
Friday, May 17, 2002, Coleman Coliseum
Andrew Sorensen to Address Grads at UA Spring Commencement May 17
Outgoing President Andrew Sorensen will give the commencement address at The University of Alabama’s spring commencement ceremonies Friday, May 17 in Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.
UA College of Nursing Honors Talladega Nurse with Leadership Award
The University of Alabama Capstone College of Nursing honored a Talladega nurse for her contributions to the College and the nursing profession.