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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 restoration of the Louisiana coast.

Students competed in New York City and Athens, Georgia.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Alabama's Kadyn Proctor was named a First Team All-American by the Walter Camp Football Foundation.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

The University of Alabama's Panhellenic Association has elected its executive board for 2024.

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.

An Air Force staff sergeant who serves her nation and community has received the 2022 Legendary Service Award from The University of Alabama Online.

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.