Campus & Community

UA Matters: The Importance of Reading Nonfiction With Children

While fiction books are important for students to read, often nonfiction isn’t emphasized enough by teachers and parents of young children, experts say. The University of Alabama’s Dr. Julianne Coleman shares some thoughts on the importance of reading nonfiction with young children. With the new College and Career Readiness Standards, or CCRS, in Alabama and

UA Student News for March 4, 2014

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 Applications for Community Service Center team leaders and assistant team leaders, March 7, 5 p.m. Excellence in Engaged Scholarship Awards nominations, March 31 TODAY SOURCE board of directors interest meeting, 3:30 p.m., third floor of

Former UA, Penn State President Joab Thomas Dies

Dr. Joab Thomas, president emeritus of both The University of Alabama and The Pennsylvania State University and former chancellor of North Carolina State University, died Monday, March 3 in Tuscaloosa.

UA Matters: Having a Healthy Spring Break

It’s almost that time of year — spring break. While it’s definitely an occasion to let loose and have some fun, anyone planning on enjoying the much-awaited break should also use some caution. The University of Alabama’s Dr. Jennifer Clem offers several tips on how to have a healthy and safe spring break. Be smart about

UA Student News for Feb. 25, 2014

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 University Stewards applications, Feb. 28, 4:45 p.m., 203 Student Services Center LeaderShape applications, March 1 Excellence in Engaged Scholarship Awards nominations, March 31 THIS MONTH  African-American History Month TODAY State of the Black Union address

UA Matters: How to File Tax Return Extensions

As the April 15 filing deadline draws near, some taxpayers may be tempted to request an automatic extension of time to file their personal federal income tax returns. The University of Alabama’s Dr. Shane Stinson offers some key points to consider before requesting such an extension. Ways to request an extension: Individuals who are unable to

UA Student News for Feb. 18, 2014

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 University Stewards application, Feb. 28, 4:45 p.m., 203 Student Services Center UA Away scholarship application, March 1 Capstone Inspiring Educator Award nominations, March 5 THIS MONTH African-American History Month THIS WEEK General Interest and Business

UA Matters: Successfully Navigating School Science Fairs

Science fair projects can be rewarding, challenging and, sometimes, even a bit stressful for young students and their parents. The University of Alabama’s Julie Covin offers a few tips that just might help your student bring home the blue-ribbon prize.

‘The Myth of Martyrdom’

‘The Myth of Martyrdom’

University of Alabama researcher, Dr. Adam Lankford, defies conventional wisdom in seeking terrorism triggers.

Biodiversity Experts Head to UA for Edward O. Wilson Symposium

International biodiversity experts will join Dr. Edward O. Wilson, a University of Alabama alumnus, for research presentations and forums on the state and future of biodiversity April 22-24.