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UA In the News — Sept. 19

How to detox your mind – get rid of chronic stress, low self-esteem and lack of meaning in life?
Zwierciadlo (Poland) – Sept. 19
Chronic stress, low self-esteem, lack of sense of happiness and sense – this is usually a sign that some toxin is leaking into our lives for too long. Specifically, it penetrates our brain, poisoning what we feed ourselves every day, i.e. our thoughts. Therefore, if you want to feel peace, contentment and clarity of mind again – it’s time for the program: detoxification. Will Hart of the University of Alabama, a positive internal monologue can significantly improve our mood, increase our confidence and productivity.

Big Al to make appearance at Children’s Hands-On Museum
The Tuscaloosa News – Sept. 19
The Children’s Hands-On Museum is all about the elephants this week. Big Al, the University of Alabama’s elephant mascot, will be at the museum from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday. Parents are encouraged to bring a camera to take pictures of their kids with Big Al. On Saturday, the museum will host Elephant Appreciation Day with games, crafts and more. Kids can learn more about the world’s largest living land mammal, including conservation efforts and what can be done to preserve their ranks.

In teacher shortage, Alabama looks to South Korea
Decatur Daily – Sept. 19

A group of Alabama education leaders and lawmakers will go to South Korea next month to explore the possibility of… ,” Purcell said. Peter Hlebowitsh is the dean of the University of Alabama’s College of Education.

UA’s C&IS Receives $10 Million Gift from Holle Family Foundation
NBC 13 – Sept. 18
A $10 million gift commitment from the Holle family foundation for the University of Alabama’s communications school. It’s the largest commitment to date for the College of Communication and Information Sciences. It’ll serve as a tribute to honor the life of Brigadier General Everett Hughes Holle’s dedication to his alma mater, and his profound impact on the field of communication.

UA School of Law takes part in law school fair at University of Southern Miss
ABC (Biloxi, Miss.) – Sept. 18
The law school fair was held on campus at the Cochran Center and featured schools of law from around the Southeast including Ole Miss, LSU and the University of Alabama “Pre-law week” is hosted by USM each year, and is open to all students who may be interested in pursuing a legal career.

Dash for Domestic Violence Awareness 5K to happen on Sunday
WVUA – Sept. 18
Dash for Domestic Violence Awareness 5k kicks off at 9 a.m. at Denny Chimes Sunday. This is the University of Alabama’s Alpha Chi Omega’s first 5k for their philanthropy. Speaker Sara Massey will also share her testimony and ways to prevent it. Proceeds benefit turning point shelter in Tuscaloosa, which serves as the only domestic violence shelter in West Alabama.

Entrepreneurial Clinic starts at UA Law School (live interview)
WVUA – Sept. 18
Our special guest tonight is Rachel Parker. She’s here from the Entrepreneurial Clinic. We are the law school’s newest clinic. We traditionally work with clients who are community development organizers, small businesses, entrepreneurs, as well as non-profit organizations. We also work with clients that we identify as talent, such as musicians, authors, artists and writers.

UA honors Tuscaloosa Police officer killed in line of duty
CBS 42 – Sept. 18
The University of Alabama held a memorial to honor fallen officer Dornell Cousette. The university lit Bryant-Denny Stadium blue for the 40 -year-old officer and his family. Cousette was killed Monday night at a residence in west Tuscaloosa while attempting to serve a warrant.
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