International Intervention in Syria Unlikely; Iran to Simmer

The civil war in Syria between the government of President Bashar al-Assad and anti-Baath Party rebels likely will continue throughout 2013 with the international community looking on, a University of Alabama political scientist predicts.

Some Rural Hospitals to Choose between Merging Services, Closure

In 2013 and beyond, rural hospitals in Alabama will need to combine and coordinate their services – or some will close, a University of Alabama expert in rural and family medicine says.

Revenue to Prompt More States to Legalize Marijuana

Following votes to decriminalize marijuana in Washington and Colorado, more states in 2013 will begin to look at legalizing the drug, a University of Alabama criminal justice expert says.

Fiscal Cliff Won’t be All Bad

Fasten your seat belt, says Dr. Paul Drnevich, an associate professor of strategic management at The University of Alabama,“because we will likely go over the ‘fiscal cliff’ in some capacity in early 2013.”

Cycling Scandal to Reverberate throughout Sports

The scandal that rocked the cycling world could well make its way into other American sports in 2013, causing advertisers to think twice about whom they support, says Dr. Lance Kinney, associate professor of advertising and public relations at The University of Alabama.

Educated Guesses 2013

For the 32nd consecutive year, The University of Alabama’s Office of Media Relations offers predictions from faculty experts for the coming year.

UA in the News: November 27, 2012

Construction to start on new recreation center – Diversity Branch to host ‘Diverse Desserts’ – Christmas tree goes up – Elementary students receive Thanksgiving meals courtesy SGA, Bama Dining … and more …

UA in the News: November 21, 2012

Professor developing prosthesis — Commentary on Dust Bowl’s impact — Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger — Thanksgiving traffic statistics — Getting Ready for Iron Bowl

UA in the News: November 20, 2012

UA names new advancement VP – World War I memorial dedicated – Grant to train computer science teachers – UA research shows how Thanksgiving driving patterns increase crashes – University Fellows includes international component … and more …

UA in the News: November 17-19, 2012

Public safety expert discusses holiday driving dangers – Students initiate coat drive – UA opens veteran’s office – Economist discusses employment rate – Student lands NASA internship … and more …