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Emma Brandenburg Named Crimson White Editor-in-Chief

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:18:09 -0400

Emma Brandenburg will take the helm of The Crimson White, UA's award-winning student-led newspaper, May 1.

Edward K. Aldag, Jr. Student Business Plan Competition Award Winners

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:49:59 -0400

Student entrepreneurs pitched their business plans to a panel of judges, received feedback and competed for cash prizes from $500 to the grand prize of $50,000.

UA Adapted Athletics Student-Athletes Earn National Accolades

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:35:46 -0400

Ten student-athletes from The University of Alabama's Adapted Athletics program earned nationally recognized accolades.

Valentina Mora is UA Student Employee of the Year

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:27:15 -0400

Valentina Mora was recognized as this year's Student Employee of the Year by The University of Alabama's Department of Human Resources and Student Financial Aid and Scholarships.

University of Alabama Alumni Association Announces 2026 Outstanding Senior Awards

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:51:53 -0400

The University of Alabama National Alumni Association recently recognized the recipients of their top awards. The purpose of the Alumni Senior Award is to honor seniors who have excelled in academics and extracurricular activities, shown streng...

REACHing New Heights

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:46:43 -0400

Through dedicated support and meaningful connections to campus resources, REACH empowers students to build confidence, resilience and a clear path forward. For Zach Cole, the program opened doors to college graduation, world travel and opportun...

University of Alabama Students Inducted Into Blue Key Honor Society

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:39:53 -0400

Blue Key is a premier honor society that recognizes college students for balanced and all-around excellence in scholarship, leadership and service.

Tapping on the Mound 2026 Celebrates UA Student, Faculty Excellence

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:15:34 -0400

The University of Alabama celebrated the achievements of students, faculty and staff during the annual Tapping on the Mound ceremony April 3.

UA Students Inducted into Mortar Board during Honors Week 2026

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:42:38 -0400

Mortar Board, a national honor society for men and women, is based on leadership, scholarship and service. It is one of the highest honors that can be granted to seniors. Members must display outstanding dedication to service and leadership.

UA Students Receive Cleophus Thomas Award During Annual Tapping on the Mound Ceremony

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:41:22 -0400

The Cleophus Thomas Award is awarded by the the Black Faculty and Staff Association to the graduating seniors with the highest academic standing honoring the legacy of the first Black SGA president of The University of Alabama.

UA Students Inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:34:42 -0400

The purpose of Omicron Delta Kappa is to recognize those students who have attained high standards in collegiate activities, to inspire others to strive for similar attainments, and to bring together students in all areas of college life: schol...

UA Students Inducted into Anderson Society during 2026 Honors Week

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:26:31 -0400

Anderson Society, a senior honorary, was founded at UA in 1975 and seeks to promote excellence in student leadership and service as well as high academic standards.

UA Students Get Hands-On Experience at Masters Tournament

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:24:38 -0400

A partnership between the College of Human Environmental Sciences and Augusta National Golf Club in which CHES allowed students to work during the Masters Tournament, professional golf's premier event, in roles that include hospitality as serve...

Alabama's Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team Wins 6th Consecutive National Championship

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:32:04 -0400

The women's wheelchair basketball team won its sixth consecutive national championship defeating the University of Texas at Arlington 55-37.

Local Student Elected to Serve on the SGA at The University of Alabama

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:18:00 -0400

The president, executive council and 49 senators representing all of UA's colleges and schools will serve the campus community through spring 2027.

Local Students Chosen to Serve as Capstone Men and Women

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:40:08 -0400

The Capstone Men and Women for 2026-2027 have been selected and are eager to serve UA's visitors and guests as the official ambassadors of The University of Alabama. The group assists the President's Office, Office of Undergraduate Admi...

3 UA Students Named Goldwater Scholars

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:03:09 -0400

The Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation selected three University of Alabama students as Goldwater Scholars for 2026-2027.

Serving over Spring Break Sends Students to New Orleans

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:13:44 -0400

University of Alabama students immersed themselves in service and leadership in New Orleans through the Beyond Bama alternative spring break program this year. The group of 15 students worked with regional nonprofits to address environmental re...

UA's CIMG Teams Take First Place

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:13:28 -0400

Students competed in New York City and Athens, Georgia.

Omega Psi Phi Scholars Inducted Into 7th District Honor Society

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:34:35 -0400

Collegiate scholars of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. were inducted into the 7th District Honor Society in a luncheon ceremony on Saturday, March 28, at the 89th Annual 7th District Meeting in Atlanta.

Students Honored during UA SGA Awards Banquet

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:11:03 -0400

The University of Alabama Student Government Association celebrated the achievements of outstanding student leaders, university faculty and staff, and community partners at the annual SGA Awards Banquet.

Students Offered Prestigious Scholarship to Study Overseas

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:25:12 -0400

Two University of Alabama students have been offered Critical Language Scholarships to study overseas this summer.

Students Recognized with Outstanding Graduate Student Awards

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:28:36 -0400

Graduate students at The University of Alabama were recently recognized by the Teaching, Research and Service Awards Committee within the University's Graduate School.

Alabama Gymnastics' Rachel Rybicki Named to SEC Community Service Team

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:55:30 -0400

The Southeastern Conference recognizes a student-athlete from each school across its 22 sponsored sports for outstanding community service efforts.

University of Alabama Announces 2026-2027 Blackburn Institute Student Leaders

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:01:08 -0400

The University of Alabama's Blackburn Institute is excited to introduce three new student officers who will play a key role in supporting their peers through their Blackburn journey. These dedicated individuals are focused on helping students n...