• Skip to Content

The University of Alabama

  • Sign in to your Merit page
Link to The University of Alabama’s website

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.

(see more)

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.

student Stories

See and share stories about what The University of Alabama students are achieving

student Profiles

Discover and explore profiles of The University of Alabama students

Newsroom

News and announcements from The University of Alabama

Achievement image

Students Earn Scholarships Through Moral Forum Competition

The competition awarded more than $11,000 in scholarships this year.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Dec 16

Doris Lemngole Wins Second Consecutive Honda Sport Award for Cross Country

For the second year in a row, Alabama's Doris Lemngole was named the Honda Sport Award for Cross Country winner, announced Friday by Chris Voelz, Executive Director of The Collegiate Women Sports Awards (CWSA).
The University of Alabama’s logo
Achievement (Other) - Dec 16

Kadyn Proctor Named Walter Camp All-American

Alabama's Kadyn Proctor was named a First Team All-American by the Walter Camp Football Foundation.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Sports - Dec 16
Achievement image

Alabama Football's Hubbard, Proctor Named AP All-Americans

Alabama's Bray Hubbard and Kadyn Proctor were named All-Americans by the Associated Press, the outlet announced Monday.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Sports - Dec 16
Achievement image

UA Senior Receives Prestigious Marshall Scholarship

University of Alabama senior and Birmingham native Addison Miller is among 43 Americans selected to study in the United Kingdom through the prestigious Marshall Scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Scholarship - Dec 15
Achievement image

10 UA Students Selected as Capitol Scholars

Ten University of Alabama students selected for the 2026 class of Capitol Scholars.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Achievement (Other) - Dec 11

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.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - Dec 1

Local UA Student to Perform at National Choral Conference

The University of Alabama Treble Chorus has been selected to perform at the National Collegiate Choral Organization (NCCO) Professional Development Conference in Fullerton, California, on November 7.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - Nov 6
Achievement image

Local UA Student Places at 3-Minute Thesis Competition

The University of Alabama Graduate School announced the winners of the 2025 Three-Minute Thesis competition held Nov. 20. Artificial Intelligence, personal relationships and health rounded out the winning presentations.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Achievement (Other) - Dec 10
Achievement badge

Local Student Named to UA Homecoming Court

The University of Alabama has named its 2025 homecoming court, which includes local student Carrington Mills.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29
Achievement image

Local UA Student Wins 'Battle' Competition

Warriors Bend, which includes local student Nate Arentsen, won the UA Student Government Association's Battle of the Bands fundraising event benefitting the Joe Espy Needs-Based Scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29
Achievement badge

Local UA Student Named to Homecoming Court

The University of Alabama has named its 2025 homecoming court, which includes local student Morgan Grzybowski.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29

Local UA Student Named to Homecoming Court

The University of Alabama has named its 2025 homecoming court, which includes local student Rachel Rybicki.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29

Local UA Student Named to UA Homecoming Court

The University of Alabama has named its 2025 homecoming court, which includes local student Crawford West.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29
Achievement badge

Local UA Student on UA Homecoming Court

The University of Alabama has named its 2025 homecoming court, which includes local student Sydney Blackhurst.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29
Achievement image

Local UA Student Wins 'Battle' Competition

Warriors Bend, which includes local student William Hall, won the UA Student Government Association's Battle of the Bands fundraising event benefitting the Joe Espy Needs-Based Scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29
Achievement image

Local UA Student Wins 'Battle' Competition

Warriors Bend, which includes local student Luke Jordan, won the UA Student Government Association's Battle of the Bands fundraising event benefitting the Joe Espy Needs-Based Scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29

Local UA Student Win 'Battle' Fundraiser

Warriors Bend, which includes local student Alston Murphy, won the UA Student Government Association's Battle of the Bands fundraising event benefitting the Joe Espy Needs-Based Scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29

Julia Schumacher of Mankato Places at Miss UA

Julia Schumacher of Mankato was named first runner-up at the Miss University of Alabama competition, earning a $2,000 scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 22
Achievement image

Local UA Student Wins UA Band Competition

Warriors Bend, which includes local student David Brett, won the UA Student Government Association's Battle of the Bands fundraising event benefitting the Joe Espy Needs-Based Scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 29
Achievement badge

Rylie Dewley of Grand Blanc Places at Miss UA

Rylie Dewley was named second runner-up at Miss University of Alabama earning a $1,700 scholarship.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 22
Achievement badge

Caroline Gibson of Northport Places at Miss UA

Caroline Gibson of Northport was third runner-up at the Miss University of Alabama competition.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 22
Achievement badge

Abigail Sosa of Cullman Places at Miss University of Alabama

Abigail Sosa of Cullman was named fourth runner-up at the Miss University of Alabama competition.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 22
Achievement image

Birmingham Native Crowned Miss University of Alabama

Hailey Adams was crowned Miss University of Alabama 2026 Oct. 10 at the Bama Theatre. She is a junior from Birmingham majoring in public relations on the CREATE Path to MBA.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Competition - Oct 22

UA Junior Among 100 Nationally to Win Transformative Scholarship

University of Alabama junior and Birmingham native Camila Lopez has been awarded the Obama Foundation's Voyager Scholarship that recognizes college students with a passion for public service.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Scholarship - Oct 14

Gabby Mathis Appears on 'GameDay'

Gabby Mathis, a senior chemical engineering major at The University of Alabama, was selected to appear on ESPN's "College GameDay." She chatted recently about that experience and others at Alabama.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Achievement (Other) - Oct 13
Achievement image

Local Students Competing for Miss UA Title

Thirteen students will compete for the title of Miss University of Alabama at the Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa on Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. The Miss UA competition is an official preliminary event for Miss Alabama in the Miss America organization.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Achievement (Other) - Oct 9
Achievement image

Brooklyn Wilson of Jasper Welcomed to Rural Medical Scholars Program

The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences recently welcomed 11 students to the Rural Medical Scholars Program and the Rural Dental Scholars Program, both part of the College's Rural Health Leaders Pipeline.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Achievement (Other) - Oct 2
Achievement image

UA Welcomes 11 to Rural Medical Scholars Program

The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences recently welcomed 11 students to the Rural Medical Scholars Program and the Rural Dental Scholars Program, both part of the College's Rural Health Leaders Pipeline.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Achievement (Other) - Oct 2

Local Students Selected for First Year Council at UA

The Student Government Association's First Year Council is an application-based extracurricular made up of 65 freshmen who learn how government works and how to turn ideas into solutions by passing and implementing legislation.
The University of Alabama’s logo
Student Government - Oct 2
1 2 3 4 5 … Next › Last »
Copyright © 2025 Merit Pages, Inc. • All Rights Reserved. • Terms of Service • Privacy Policy • Opt Out