UA In the News — Dec. 16-18

UA In the News — Dec. 16-18

UA launches campaign for new performing arts center — Commencement — UA political science faculty analyze Doug Jones’ senate victory — SGA raises money for SAFE center — and more.

UA Study to Take ‘Deep Dive’ into Risk Factors for Veterans, Suicides

UA Study to Take ‘Deep Dive’ into Risk Factors for Veterans, Suicides

University of Alabama researchers, America’s Warrior Partnership and The Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation have partnered on a four-year, $2.9 million study to explore risk factors that contribute to suicides, early mortality and self-harm among military veterans.

HES Major Uses Tragedy to Power Career Ambitions

HES Major Uses Tragedy to Power Career Ambitions

Kaitlyn Jacoby, who will earn a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education Dec. 16 at Coleman Coliseum, was orphaned at the age of 16 after both her mother and father died of cancer.

UA In the News — Dec. 15

UA In the News — Dec. 15

Performing Arts Campaign — Former Professional Wrestler set to graduate — UA professor explains Manchausen by Proxy — and more.

It’s a Long Race: UA Senior Eager to Begin Career After Late Start

It’s a Long Race: UA Senior Eager to Begin Career After Late Start

Anthony Reed had just finished the welding program at a nearby community college when advisers told him he had potential for more.

Former Wrestling Champ Set to Earn Master’s Degree from UA

Former Wrestling Champ Set to Earn Master’s Degree from UA

Debra Marshall, who will complete her master’s degree in criminology and criminal justice at The University of Alabama in December, has a unique career history that aids in her graduate work: professional wrestling.

UA to Hold Winter Commencement Exercises Dec. 16

UA to Hold Winter Commencement Exercises Dec. 16

The University of Alabama will hold its winter commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 16, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.

O Christmas Tree … You’ve Gone Viral

O Christmas Tree … You’ve Gone Viral

Hey, it’s Kelsey Hall, the UA student who has been dressed as a Christmas tree this week.

McDaniel, UA Office to Expand Positive Behavior Services in Alabama

McDaniel, UA Office to Expand Positive Behavior Services in Alabama

“Exciting” times are ahead for Dr. Sara McDaniel and the Alabama Positive Behavior Support Office, which has partnered with the Alabama Department of Education to expand its PBIS program.

Bros for Life: UA Undergrad, CrossingPoints Graduate Connect Through Football

Bros for Life: UA Undergrad, CrossingPoints Graduate Connect Through Football

Ivan Bailey and Brad Zizzi’s friendship started with flag football. It then led to hunting, fishing and riding four-wheelers together at Brad’s parents’ house.