UA Initiative to Improve Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Real Estate
A new initiative from the Alabama Center for Real Estate is making the real estate industry more accessible for underrepresented groups.
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English Professor’s Book Taps into Heritage, Zombies, Mystery, More
Nana Nkweti’s debut anthology delves into her Cameroonian-American heritage, spirituality, horror, poetry, societal critique, mystery, science fiction and more.
A Voice for the Voiceless
Royce Dickerson brought history to life as he voiced the audio narration of the Wayside Exhibit in Lafayette Square across from the White House over the summer.
Run ‘Round the Mounds at Moundville Archaeological Park Nov. 6
UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park will host the fourth annual Moundville 5K Footrace Nov. 6 as part of its celebration of Native American Heritage Month.
Global Entrepreneurship Week Offers Opportunities for Innovators
The Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute will host several events as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week, Nov. 8-14.
UA Establishes Apprenticeship for Opioid Addiction Support Specialists
The University of Alabama is launching an apprenticeship program to train individuals in behavioral health and substance abuse recovery.
UA’s RISE Center Hosts BUY for RISE Fundraiser
UA’s RISE Center will host its annual BUY for RISE fundraiser Oct. 29 and 30 and will feature numerous bargains from dozens of local retailers on everything from clothing to home décor.
UA Team Takes Part in World’s First Self-Driving Race Car Competition
Computers, not humans, will drive the cars at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Oct. 23 for a chance at $1 million and a place in automotive history.
UA Opens Search for New Engineering Dean
The University of Alabama College of Engineering has launched a search for its next dean.
Despite Lingering Pandemic, State Businesses Remain Optimistic
While not as confident in the economic outlook as they were earlier this year, state business leaders remain optimistic in growth through year’s end, according to the latest quarterly survey by The University of Alabama.