Campus & Community

UA in the News: Oct. 26-28, 2013

UA prof wins Indiana author’s award – UA water ski team finishes 3rd at nationals – Students volunteer for Holt cemetery project – Haunting at the Museum, Halloween events planned – Speaker to discuss suicides among black men – UA Education Policy Center study on Pell Grants cited – ‘Octubafest’ showcases tuba players – and more…

UA Students, Professors Author Book Chapter on Autism App

Three University of Alabama students and two professors will publish a book chapter detailing their research in developing a smart phone application for children with autism.

UA Matters: Words to Use, Avoid during Job Interviews

There are many things you can do, or say, during a job interview that could either help you land the job or ensure you’ll never hear from that job prospect again. The University of Alabama’s Travis Railsback offers a few tips on what words to use, or avoid, during that all-important job interview.

UA Student News for Oct. 25, 2013

Click on http://uanews.ua.edu/student to view UA Student News on UA’s website if you have problems reading the email subscription. FOOTBALL GAME-DAY WEEKEND ALABAMA VS. TENNESSEE — The Crimson Tide football team faces the Tennessee Volunteers Saturday, Oct. 26, at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. The game will be televised on CBS. Click

UA Student News for Oct. 22, 2013

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 Leadership UA applications, Oct. 30, 4:45 p.m., 355-B Ferguson Center Alternative Break applications, Nov. 1 Abstracts for Alabama Modern Languages Conference, Nov. 15 Premier Awards applications, Nov. 22, 5 p.m. TODAY  Alpha Chi

UA Matters: Six Ways to Save On Your Electric Bill

Heating and cooling your home uses more energy and costs more money than any other system in your home; typically making up about 50 percent of your utility bill. The University of Alabama offers simple tips to help make your home more comfortable and easier to heat and cool — while also lowering your utility bills.

UA Student News for Oct. 18, 2013

Click on http://uanews.ua.edu/student to view UA Student News on UA’s website if you have problems reading the email subscription. ANNOUNCEMENTS GAME-DAY WEEKEND Alabama vs. Arkansas — The Crimson Tide football team faces the Arkansas Razorbacks Saturday, Oct. 19, at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. The game will be televised on ESPN. Visit

UA Student News for Oct. 15, 2013

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 Leadership UA applications, Oct. 30, 4:45 p.m., 355-B Ferguson Center Abstracts for Alabama Modern Languages Conference, Nov. 15 Premier Awards applications, Nov. 22, 5 p.m. THIS WEEK’S EVENTS “Resurface” MA exhibition by Meredith

UA Matters: Building Positive Self-Esteem in Young Children

Positive self-esteem in young children is the foundation for success later in life. The University of Alabama’s Dr. Laura Bloom provides just a few suggestions on how families can promote positive self-esteem.

Dr. Judy Bonner Issues Progress Report

Dr. Judy Bonner Issues Progress Report

UA President, Dr. Judy Bonner, issues a progress report on efforts to ensure inclusivity and diversity in The University of Alabama’s Greek system.