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West: People with POTS are ‘Not Alone’

West: People with POTS are ‘Not Alone’

After Chloe West graduates with a psychology degree from UA on Saturday, she will begin graduate school at Georgia State University, where she will pursue a doctoral degree in neuroscience and research the causes of POTS.

Faith, Family Push Royster to Win Battle with Cancer

Faith, Family Push Royster to Win Battle with Cancer

The physical and emotional stress cancer puts on a person and their family is, more often than not, a new and daunting experience when one receives the terrifying diagnosis. But for Kaaren Royster and her family, the fight against cancer is an all too familiar battle.

Seven Decades After First Enrolling, UA Student Set to Receive Degree

Seven Decades After First Enrolling, UA Student Set to Receive Degree

The phrase “good things come to those who wait” is fitting for Pat Cassity’s walk across the stage at Friday afternoon’s commencement ceremony at The University of Alabama. Unlike her fellow graduates, the moment Cassity receives her diploma will be the culmination of a journey that started when she enrolled at UA in the summer of 1947.  

UA Student Earns Boren Scholarship to Study in China

UA Student Earns Boren Scholarship to Study in China

Hadley Spadaccini, a University of Alabama student, of Leesburg, Virginia, has received a Boren Scholarship for the study of languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad.

Roll Tide Forever!

Roll Tide Forever!

Six graduating seniors share favorite warm memories, great plans, a few regrets and some good advice about life at UA.

UA Doctoral Student Empowering Older Adults Through Sex Ed

UA Doctoral Student Empowering Older Adults Through Sex Ed

Christina Pierpaoli Parker’s dissertation, “The Senior Sex Education Experience (SEXEE) Study,” currently in proposal, will design, implement and evaluate sex education for older adults, focusing on risk-reduction, improving sexual function, and increasing sexual health communication between older adults and health providers.

Tapping on the Mound 2018: Legendary Awards

The University of Alabama honored its top students for their academic achievements and leadership earlier this month during the Honors Day Tapping Ceremony, the highlight of UA’s annual Honors Week. The event is held on the historic mound on the Quad each year and features inductions to the Anderson Society, Mortar Board,  Blue Key Honor Society and Omicron Delta Kappa .

Alumnus Launches Leadership, Entrepreneurship Program with Gift

Alumnus Launches Leadership, Entrepreneurship Program with Gift

Jeffrey A. Levitetz has committed $1 million through his family’s foundation to The University of Alabama’s College of Arts and Sciences to establish the Levitetz Leadership Program.

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Do’s and Don’ts: How to be Financially Healthy in College

When it comes to living healthy, financial health probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. However, financial responsibility is key for a college student on a budget.

UA In the News — April 25

UA In the News — April 25

The buzz on UA robotics — Documenting Alabama — Former governor to speak — and more.