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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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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

UA Student Second Lieutenant Ferris Phillips Graduates

In August 2022, 2LT Phillips graduated from UA with a BA in Criminal Justice and a minor in Public Relations and commissioned into the Alabama Army National Guard as a Field Artillery Officer.
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Military Achievement - 2022 Aug 17

UA Student Second Lieutenant Arlen Lee Graduates

In August 2022, 2Lt Lee graduated from UA with a BA in Criminal Justice and commissioned int the United States Army as a Field Artillery Officer.
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Military Achievement - 2022 Aug 17

UA Student Second Lieutenant McKenzie Frei Graduates

In August 2022, Second Lt Frei graduated from UA with a BA in Criminal Justice and commissioned into the United States Army Transportation Corps.
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Military Achievement - 2022 Aug 17

UA Student Lieutenant Thomas Beckman Graduates

In December 2021, Lt Beckman graduated from UA with a BA in Criminal Justice, and commissioned in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer.
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Military Achievement - 2022 Jan 28

UA Air Force ROTC Wins 2021 Southeast Region Team of the 3rd Quarter Award

The University of Alabama Air Force ROTC bested 38 other university Air Force ROTC programs for the Air Force ROTC Southeast Region Team of the 3rd Quarter award. Four UA cadets distinguished themselves by ranking in the top 10% of more than 3,400 cadets from the 145 Air Force ROTC detachments across the nation during annual field training.
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Military Achievement - 2021 Sep 24

UA Student Lieutenant Darius Jenkins Graduates

In December 2021, Lt Jenkins graduated from UA with a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and commissioned in the United States Air Force as a Developmental Engineer.
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Military Achievement - 2022 Jan 28
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