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UA in the News: October 25, 2012
Homecoming decorations abound – Research study seeks depression, insomnia sufferers – Homecoming court announced – Bonfire, more homecoming events – Students spread anti-bullying message in N.C. – UA alumnus Winston Groom to give public talk … and more ...
UA Receives $1.6 Million Grant for Physics Education Improvements in High Schools
The University of Alabama is a partner in a five-year, $8 million grant from the National Science Foundation to enhance physics teaching in Alabama's high schools.
UA in the News: October 24, 2012
ROTC cadets build, guard homecoming bonfire – Homecoming events – Canformation benefits Beat Auburn Beat Hunger – UA senior is world champion water-skier – Events – and more…
Five Seniors Chosen for UA Homecoming Court
The 2012 University of Alabama Homecoming Court was selected in a student election held Tuesday, Oct. 23.
UA’s Philosophy Today Lecturer Revisits “The Problem of Consciousness”
Dr. Frank Jackson, the second speaker in the 2012-2013 Philosophy Today Lecture Series, will discuss “The Problem of Consciousness Revisited” on Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. in room 205 of Smith Hall on The University of Alabama campus.
Author Winston Groom to Speak About Football, College at UA
“Forrest Gump” author Winston Groom will speak to students and visitors at noon Monday, Oct. 29, in the Ferguson Theater on The University of Alabama campus.
UA in the News: October 23, 2012
Alabama Speaker of the House speaks at Honors College forum – UA students use React-Lab to respond to debate – UA dietitian discusses caffeine – Fashion show benefits rebuilding Tuscaloosa – Trombone Studio plans performances – Events – and more…
Mortar Board at UA Named Silver Torch Award Recipient
The Hypatia chapter of Mortar Board at The University of Alabama was among the outstanding Mortar Board chapters to be recognized at the 2012 Mortar Board National Conference.
UA Student News for Oct. 23, 2012
Click on http://uanews.ua.edu/student to view UA Student News on UA’s website if you have problems reading the email subscription. DEADLINES TO REMEMBER Homecoming T-shirts, Oct. 25 Academic Scavenger Hunt passports, Oct. 26, SGA Office TODAY Homecoming queen elections, online voting until 7 p.m. Homecoming basketball tournament, 7 p.m., Student Recreation Center HOMECOMING Dodgeball competition, Oct. [...]
Renowned Engineer, Author to Speak at UA
Dr. Henry Petroski, professor, author and a leading expert on engineering failures throughout history, will visit The University of Alabama campus Nov. 7, capping his visit with a public lecture in the Ferguson Center.
UA Counseling Professor Wins National Award for Research, Teaching, Service
Dr. Lisa M. Hooper, counseling professor at The University of Alabama, has received the Dr. Linda Seligman Award from the American Mental Health Counselor Association.
UA in the News: October 20-22, 2012
Homecoming activities begin – UA debate team members analyze presidential candidates – UA experts comment on changes in church attendance, unemployment rate, amendments on Alabama ballot – UA program helps veterans adjust to college life – and more…
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This week at The University of Alabama: Homecoming rolls in with 'Timeless Traditions' - MINT director leads $1.6 million research effort - Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives to speak on campus - Expert commentary
UA in the News: October 19, 2012
UA sets homecoming parade time – UA public relations students release PSA directed by Shaquille O’Neal – UA men wear heels to bring awareness to domestic violence – UA political scientist explains amendments on Alabama ballot
UA Development Center Helps Launch West Alabama, Wiregrass Birding Trails
The University of Alabama Center for Economic Development is helping launch 20 sites for state bird watching enthusiasts to enjoy along the West Alabama and Wiregrass Birding Trails.
UA Honors College Bloom Lecture to be Given by Alabama Speaker of the House
Rep. Mike Hubbard, speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives, will discuss the state’s political history as part of the Anne Campbell Bloom Alabama Governmental Affairs Forum, sponsored by The University of Alabama Honors College on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. in Russell Hall Auditorium.
Sororities at UA to Host Trick-or-Treat for Area Youngsters
The University of Alabama Panhellenic Association, National Pan-Hellenic Council and the United Greek Council will host Sorority Row Trick-or-Treat on Monday, Oct. 29, from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
UA in the News: October 18, 2012
UA President Guy Bailey speaks to faculty and staff – UA researchers look for new magnetic material – UA receives $1 million NSF grant to help high schools teach computer science – Homecoming Week begins Oct. 21 – Events – and more…
UA Education Professor to Receive Blackmon-Moody Award
Dr. Stephen Katsinas, director of the Education Policy Center at The University of Alabama, will receive the 2012 Blackmon-Moody Outstanding Professor Award Friday, Oct. 19 at UA's President’s Mansion.
UA in the News: October 17, 2012
UA researchers seek alternative materials to produce magnets – UA collegiate license tag program raises $4.1 million – UA chemistry prof reflects on major discovery – UA student’s public service announcement debuts – UA students plan to build hovercraft – Students work with Food Network star – Science fiction writer speaks at UA – Dance Alabama! opens – and more…
UA Honors Teaching Award Winners
The University of Alabama National Alumni Association has announced the 2012 recipients of the University’s highest honor for excellence in teaching – the Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Awards.
UA in the News: October 16, 2012
UA grad, now fiction writer, to read on campus – UA Education Policy Center’s report on workforce training cited – UA’s athletic photographer featured – Students, expert comment on politics – Dance, art events – and more…
UA Student News for Oct. 16, 2012
Click on http://uanews.ua.edu/student to view UA Student News on UA’s website if you have problems reading the email subscription. DEADLINES TO REMEMBER Homecoming queen applications, Oct. 17, 9 p.m. TODAY Dating and Domestic Violence Candlelight Vigil, 6 p.m., Denny Chimes Workshop for Culverhouse College Business Plan Competition, 7:30 p.m., 379 Bidgood Hall THIS WEEK’S DATES [...]
UA Leads International Effort to Develop Alternative Material for Green-Energy
A scientist who directs a University of Alabama research center will lead a collaborative, international effort to find an alternative source material necessary to sustain the growing electric-energy movement.
UA in the News: October 13-15, 2012
UA residential design students draw up plans for old cotton mill – UA prof, grad student edit online research center – Sororities mark Hope Week – UA students lead arts workshops – UA student wins national wheelchair tennis championship – and more…
