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.
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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
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.
A Sweet Taste of Culture for International Students
International students experience American Christmas traditions — decorating cookies, making gingerbread houses and singing carols — for the first time.
Computer Science Students Take Home First Place at HackATL
A team of College of Engineering students took home first place in a recent business competition.
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.
Students Help Salvation Army With Innovative Software
By Adam Jones With the millions of letters he receives each year, let’s hope old Saint Nick has something this nifty. A senior project by three computer science students at The University of Alabama is assisting with getting presents to needy children this holiday season. Working with the Tuscaloosa Corps of the Salvation Army, three
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.
UA Beats Auburn, Sets All-Time Record in Annual Food Drive
More than 260,000 pounds of food was collected by The University of Alabama in this year’s Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive.
University of Alabama Team Assesses Hurricane Irma Aftermath
A team of faculty, graduate and undergraduate students collected data in four Florida cities including Marco Island, the location where Irma made landfall.