Snapshot from summer 2026 commencement
See some of the best shots from the summer 2026 commencement ceremony.
Start smart and stay safe in fall 2026
Review the safety tips and campus resources that can help students, faculty and staff start the semester with confidence.
Summer 2026 degree candidates announced
About 1,300 students are expected to complete their degrees this summer. The summer commencement ceremony takes place Saturday, Aug. 1.
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.
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.
Traversing history: UA students take on Peru’s Inca Trail
Students hiked with pack mules through the Andes Mountains to sites such as Choquequirao, Machu Picchu and areas rarely seen by visitors, exploring the history of the Inca empire.
UMC expands services over summer
University Medical Center recently expanded services to improve the quality of healthcare provided for the UA and West Alabama communities.
Inside this health care lab the patients aren’t real, but the lessons are
Before stepping into a hospital room, UA nursing students build clinical skills, confidence and compassion through realistic simulations.
Ready for fall 2026? Here’s your checklist
The fall semester is just around the corner. Make sure you’re prepared with this quick list of deadlines and important items.
Evidence-based AI course aims to bridge skills gap for UA undergraduates
As employers increasingly seek AI-ready graduates, a new UA course is helping students build the practical, ethical and critical-thinking skills needed to succeed in an AI-driven workforce.
Summer program reaches 5-year milestone in preparing future physicians
The Tuscaloosa Rural Pre-Medical Internship is preparing future rural physicians through clinical experiences, skills training and mentorship.