Biology Graduate Student Wins UA’s Three Minute Thesis Contest
A University of Alabama graduate student in the department of biological sciences claimed first prize in the Three Minute Thesis competition final, which was held recently on campus.
Announcements
UA among those Funded for Child Maltreatment Prevention Programs
The University of Alabama’s Child Development Resources is one of five Tuscaloosa organizations to receive more than $379,000, combined, to help fund community programs committed to the prevention of child maltreatment.
Wells Fargo Scholars Recognized at UA Luncheon
Thirteen University of Alabama students were recognized as Wells Fargo First Generation Scholars in a recent campus luncheon.
UA Announces Next Steps in Diversity Initiative
University of Alabama President Stuart R. Bell announced today that he has directed the University’s Strategic Planning Council to include the addition of a central diversity officer and the development of a new diversity plan as part of its work.
UA’s Veteran, Military Affairs Offers Emergency Scholarships
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs at The University of Alabama now is offering emergency scholarships for veterans.
UA International Education Week Highlights Global Educational Opportunities
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama’s Capstone International Center is sponsoring International Education Week from Monday, Nov. 16, to Friday, Nov. 20, to celebrate the benefits of international education
UA Offers Three Minute Thesis Competition
The University of Alabama Graduate School will host the third annual Three Minute Thesis competition, which challenges graduate students to demonstrate their research and presentation skills concisely for cash prizes and travel grants.
UA Honors College Students to Perform Service Projects in Marion
About 35 students and 10 student leaders from The University of Alabama’s Honors College will perform hands-on service projects in downtown Marion from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Nov. 14. Projects include painting and gardening as well as general maintenance. Once the students finish their work, the student leaders will lead discussion about the day’s events in small groups.
UA Names Director of Undergraduate Advising, Student Success
The University of Alabama Office for Academic Affairs has appointed Adam A. Smith as the director of undergraduate academic advising and student success.
CrossingPoints to Begin $2.5 Million Expansion Program on UA Campus
CrossingPoints, a student transition program on The University of Alabama campus, is growing in both size and reach through a $2.5 million grant to help create a bridge to higher education for those with intellectual disabilities.