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As the state’s flagship university, The University of Alabama family has always focused on being the best. Founded in 1831 as the state’s first public college, UA is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. We provide a creative, nurturing campus environment where our students can become the best individuals possible, learn from the best and brightest faculty, and make a positive difference in the community, the state and the world.

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As the state’s flagship university, The University of Alabama family has always focused on being the best. Founded in 1831 as the state’s first public college, UA is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. We provide a creative, nurturing campus environment where our students can become the best individuals possible, learn from the best and brightest faculty, and make a positive difference in the community, the state and the world.

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Students Honored during UA SGA Awards Banquet

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.
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Student Government - Mar 25

Students Recognized with Outstanding Graduate Student Awards

Graduate students at The University of Alabama were recently recognized by the Teaching, Research and Service Awards Committee within the University's Graduate School.
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Achievement (Other) - Mar 25

Students Offered Prestigious Scholarship to Study Overseas

Two University of Alabama students have been offered Critical Language Scholarships to study overseas this summer.
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Scholarship - Mar 25
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Alabama Gymnastics' Rachel Rybicki Named to SEC Community Service Team

The Southeastern Conference recognizes a student-athlete from each school across its 22 sponsored sports for outstanding community service efforts.
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Community Service - Mar 24
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University of Alabama Announces 2026-2027 Blackburn Institute Student Leaders

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 navigate the Institute's unique experiences, while fostering leadership and building a strong sense of community.
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Honor Society - Mar 9
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University of Alabama Students Selected for 2026 Blackburn Institute Class

The Blackburn Institute is a leadership development and civic engagement program specifically focused on improving the state of Alabama.
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Leadership - Mar 9

Local Student Receives UA's Top Honors, the Premier Awards

The University of Alabama established Premier Awards to recognize UA students, faculty, and staff who exemplify the highest standards of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Each of the six awards honors the legacies of activists, academics, and individuals who made important intellectual and inspirational contributions to their communities.
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Academic Award - Mar 9

2025 Manderson Race & Case Team

The Manderson Case Team won this year's Race & Case competition, hosted by the Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver. Teams earned points through both their case presentation and a ski race in Breckenridge, Colorado.
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Student Competition - Feb 27
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International Insight: Scholar exchange sharpened Charles Makobongo's business vision

Culverhouse student Charles Makobongo discovered a new understanding of leadershipparticipating in the U.S. Department of State's Gandhi-King Scholar Exchange Initiative, where meetings with diplomats in New Delhi reshaped his views on culture, responsibility, and global influence.
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Study Abroad - Feb 27
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Alabama Football's Hubbard, Proctor Named CSC Academic All-Americans

Alabama football's Bray Hubbard and Kadyn Proctor were named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-America Team, the organization announced Tuesday.
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Honors List - Feb 3
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UA Students Participate in Spring 2026 Cooperative Education

This spring, 134 University of Alabama students will receive hands-on, innovative and advanced educational experiences with dozens of companies and organizations across the United States through UA's Cooperative Education Program.
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Internship - Jan 29
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Kadyn Proctor Named Walter Camp All-American

Alabama's Kadyn Proctor was named a First Team All-American by the Walter Camp Football Foundation.
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Sports - 2025 Dec 16
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Local UA Student Shows off Apparel Design

Twenty-three apparel design seniors at The University of Alabama presented their final collections at the annual Fashion for Life showcase on Nov. 16 at the Bama Theatre in downtown Tuscaloosa.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2025 Dec 1

Summer 2025 Graduates Announced at UA

Over 1,300 degrees were awarded during The University of Alabama's summer 2025 commencement at Coleman Coliseum on Aug. 2. The University provides numerous opportunities for service and growth through its educational, social and cultural experiences.
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Graduation - 2025 Sep 18

Radio-Active: How 3 UA-Based Radio Stations Are Shaping Alabama

WVUA 90.7 Program Director Andrew Jauregui admits that the experience of student radio workers, often in individual, soundproofed rooms, can be a little isolating, so he stresses connection and community through meetings and get-togethers. "Because student media, especially here, has a really great culture," he said. "I feel like it's easy for us to get weighed down with the day-to-day tasks of what we have to do to keep the station running," WVUA 90.7 Station Manager Kathryn Rachford agreed. "But as station manager, I want to take my extra time to be able to plan events and get-togethers or even hosting live bands, just things that can bring people in and reunite us."
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Work Experience - 2025 Sep 10
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Local Student Earns Premier Award, UA's Highest Honor

Red Rook Press, a student-run publishing house at The University of Alabama, was recently honored with the Judy Bonner Presidential Medallion Award during the Premier Awards, the Capstone's highest honors.
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Student Excellence - 2025 Apr 7
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Local UA Student Veteran Lays Wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Four University of Alabama student veterans laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C., earlier this month.
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Military - 2025 Mar 27
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Local students win River Pitch contest

University of Alabama students and recent UA graduates filled out the winning teams at the 2024 River Pitch competition held in November. The event for entrepreneurs showcased 62 unique business ideas. Each team presented a three-minute pitch to several judges.
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Business/professional - 2025 Jan 15

UA Students Earn Arts and Sciences Grants

University of Alabama seniors Aubrey Dettman, Samantha Norris, Alyssa Serena and Braxton Smith were awarded UA ASSURE (Arts & Sciences Support for Undergraduate Research) grants this academic year to support their senior research projects.
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Research / Grant - 2024 Jun 11

Local Students Elected to UA APA 2024 Executive Board

The University of Alabama's Panhellenic Association has elected its executive board for 2024.
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Greek Organizations - 2024 Feb 21
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Alabama Students Participate in Crimson Entrepreneurship Academy

This pre-accelerator program focuses on helping student progress their ideas. Students receive a $4,000 stipend to support their working on their business ideas full time in the summer.
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Experiential Learning - 2024 Oct 25
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University of Alabama Honors Air Force Officer with Legendary Service Award

An Air Force staff sergeant who serves her nation and community has received the 2022 Legendary Service Award from The University of Alabama Online.
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Military Achievement - 2022 Nov 14
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UA Students Participate in International Peer Advisory Council (IPAC)

The International Peer Advisory Council is a group of international and domestic students dedicated to serving the international student population at The University of Alabama. Composed of both graduate and undergraduate students, IPAC helps mentor over 70 international students, fostering a more welcoming and inclusive community on campus. In addition to being peer leaders, IPAC members help facilitate events and activities for international students such as our Multicultural Coffee Hour, which features food and activities from a different country each week, creating space for intercultural dialogue. Other events that have benefitted greatly from IPAC's help include International Student Orientation, Evening Seminars, and other community service-based events.
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Club or Organization - 2022 Jul 1
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