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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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Representation of the achievement named 'Klara Milicevic Named to CSC Academic All-District Team'.

Klara Milicevic Named to CSC Academic All-District Team

Alabama women's tennis senior Klara Milicevic named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Team.
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Honors List - 13h

Hagan Banks Named to 2026 SEC Baseball Community Service Team

Alabama relief pitcher Hagan Banks selected to the 2026 Southeastern Conference Baseball Community Service Team.
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Community Service - 13h

UA Alum from Birmingham Named Knight-Hennessy Scholar

John Richardson, of Birmingham, was selected for the prestigious program designed to strengthen participants' expertise through Stanford's graduate programs. Scholars also participate in the King Global Leadership Program, which includes workshops, lectures, projects and experiences that strengthen transformational leadership capabilities.
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Leadership - 19h
Representation of the achievement named 'The University of Alabama Students recognized during Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Conference (URCA) '.

The University of Alabama Students recognized during Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Conference (URCA)

At an award ceremony on April 23, The University of Alabama recognized the top presentations from the 2026 Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference. The conference, held April 14-15 in the Bryant Conference Center, showcased student research and creativity in 11 categories.
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Research / Grant - May 13
Representation of the achievement named 'UA Students, Alumnus Earn NSF Research Awards'.

UA Students, Alumnus Earn NSF Research Awards

Five UA students and one alumnus have been selected for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program, which supports fellowships for outstanding graduate students who are pursuing full-time, research-based master's and doctoral degrees in science, technology, engineering or math, including STEM education.
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Scholarship - May 6
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Kate Slappey of Carrollton Awarded UA's Fashion Playbook Prize

Slappey earned the chance to collaborate with AVO Clothing, a Los Angeles-based brand specializing in collegiate lifestyle and athleisure wear, on a capsule collection this summer.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - May 6

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Beta Eta Zeta Chapter Celebrates $125,000 Centennial Scholar and University of Alabama 2026 Graduate

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated - Beta Eta Zeta Chapter proudly celebrates the graduation of Skyler Evans, of Baton Rouge, La., a distinguished student at The University of Alabama whose journey reflects the transformative power of scholarship, leadership, and service
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Graduation - May 5

UA Student-Athletes Selected for 2026 U.S. Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team

Bailey Moody, a student-athlete in The University of Alabama's Adapted Athletics program, was selected for the 2026 U.S. Women's Wheelchair Basketball National Team.
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Sports - May 4
Representation of the achievement named 'Emma Brandenburg Named Crimson White Editor-in-Chief'.

Emma Brandenburg Named Crimson White Editor-in-Chief

Emma Brandenburg will take the helm of The Crimson White, UA's award-winning student-led newspaper, May 1.
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Achievement (Other) - Apr 27
Representation of the achievement named 'Edward K. Aldag, Jr. Student Business Plan Competition Award Winners'.

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

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.
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Student Competition - Apr 24
Representation of the achievement named 'University of Alabama Alumni Association Announces 2026 Outstanding Senior Awards'.

University of Alabama Alumni Association Announces 2026 Outstanding Senior Awards

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 strength of character and maturity, and displayed exceptional hospitality toward guests and friends of the UA.
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Academic Award - Apr 17
Representation of the achievement named 'REACHing New Heights'.

REACHing New Heights

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 opportunities he once only imagined.
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Academic Excellence - Apr 17
Representation of the achievement named 'University of Alabama Students Inducted Into Blue Key Honor Society'.

University of Alabama Students Inducted Into Blue Key Honor Society

Blue Key is a premier honor society that recognizes college students for balanced and all-around excellence in scholarship, leadership and service.
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Honor Society - Apr 14

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

The president, executive council and 49 senators representing all of UA's colleges and schools will serve the campus community through spring 2027.
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Student Government - Apr 8

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
Representation of the achievement named 'UA Students Participate in Spring 2026 Cooperative Education'.

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
Representation of the achievement named 'Radio-Active: How 3 UA-Based Radio Stations Are Shaping Alabama'.

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
Representation of the achievement named 'Local Student Earns Premier Award, UA's Highest Honor'.

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

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

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
Representation of the achievement named 'Local UA Student Veteran Lays Wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier'.

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
Representation of the achievement named 'Local Students Elected to UA APA 2024 Executive Board'.

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
Representation of the achievement named 'University of Alabama Honors Air Force Officer with Legendary Service Award'.

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
Representation of the achievement named 'UA Students Participate in International Peer Advisory Council (IPAC)'.

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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