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UA Preview — March 25-31, 2024

UA Preview — March 25-31, 2024

UA provides boost to state economy despite pandemic challenges, entomology expert can discuss cicadas emergence and much more. Continue reading UA Preview — March 25-31, 2024

MEDIA ASSETS & RESOURCES

Staff members in the Department of Communications are ready to help members of the media who are looking for subject matter experts or covering a story on the UA campus. Direct questions to Alex House.

Abbott’s research is focused around many aspects of entomology, including the current cicada emergence.

Maddox studies how social media contributes to viral pop culture moments, and how brands make Sparks Fly by using social media to capitalize on them.

LeFebvre explores tech’s role in relationships, from Tinder beginnings to ghosted endings.

Latest News Releases

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3 UA Students Awarded Brooke Owens Fellowships

Three UA students were among 47 from around the nation selected for the prestigious Brooke Owens Fellowship.

Four students stand on stage during an announcement of The Rising Tide 2.0 capital campaign.

Raising the Bar: UA Increases Capital Campaign Goal to $1.8 Billion

UA is now embarking on The Rising Tide 2.0, aiming for an unprecedented $1.8 billion.

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UA Researcher Helps Pinpoint Start of ‘Doomsday Glacier’ Melting

Dr. Rebecca Totten is part of an international team that discovered the start of the “Doomsday Glacier’s” recent retreat.

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UA Moundville Archaeological Park Set for Annual Knap-In

The UA Moundville Archaeological Park will host its annual Knap-In March 1-2.

Graduation hats in a crowd at the University of Alabama's commencement ceremony.

UA to Hold Spring 2024 Commencement May 3-5

About 5,400 candidates will participate in eight ceremonies.

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UA Miracle Raises $233,200 for Children’s of Alabama

UA Miracle raised $233,200 over the past year for Children’s of Alabama.

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