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.
UA Transfer Student Earns National Recognition for Leadership
Isabella Eckart's journey at UA does not follow a traditional four-year path. Instead, her experience has given her the opportunity to represent and shape the national transfer student community.
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Oct 14
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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May 13
UA Alum Named Knight-Hennessy Scholar
Nick Hayes, of Collierville, Tennessee, 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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May 13
Inaugural President's Cabinet Scholars Chosen
The inaugural cohort includes 45 students composed of 15 sophomores, 15 juniors and 15 seniors.
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May 4
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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Mar 9
University of Alabama Students Selected for 2025 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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2025 Apr 15
Alabama Football's Jalen Milroe Named Pop Warner Award Winner
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe was named the recipient of the Pop Warner Little Scholars College Football Award, as announced by Pop Warner Little Scholars, Inc. on Thursday.
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2024 Dec 16
Alabama Men's Tennis Picks UP ITA Southern Regional Awards
Filip Planinsek and Andrii Zimnokh secured recognition for their performance throughout the season.
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2024 Jun 28
UA Senior from Monroeville Goes from Student to Student Leader
Malik Cooper joined the Supplemental Instruction pilot program that not only helped him succeed but also taught him how to guide others through their own academic challenges.
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2025 Feb 20
Alabama's Anne Marie Hiser Secures ITA Southern Regional Honors
Alabama's Anne Marie Hiser picked up the Southern Regional Arthur Ashe Leadership and Sportsmanship award for her dedication, leadership and achievement both on and off the court for the Crimson Tide women's tennis team.
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2024 Jun 24
University of Alabama Students Selected for 2024 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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2024 Mar 27
Alabama's Anne Marie Hiser Secures ITA Women's Tennis Southern Regional Honors
Anne Marie Hiser picked up Southern Regional honors, the Intercollegiate Tennis Association
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2023 Jun 9
UA Announces 2022-2023 Freshman Forum Cohort
Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Freshman Forum cohort. These students will be continuing the tradition of over 60 years of leadership growth for University of Alabama Freshmen.
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2022 Oct 26
Alabama Athletics Student-Athletes Take Part in SEC Leadership Council Meetings
Alabama Athletics Student-Athletes Take Part in SEC Leadership Council Meetings A total of five Crimson Tide student-athletes took part in two days of meetings at the Southeastern Conference office in Birmingham
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2022 Jul 21
UA Honors College Selects New Ambassadors
The University of Alabama Honors College selected 29 students to serve as college ambassadors during the 2019/2020 school year. Ambassadors represent the college during recruitment, alumni, and donor events on and off campus.
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2019 Apr 15
Honors College Selects 2018/2019 Ambassadors
The Honors College has selected 51 students to serve as college ambassadors for 2018/2019. Honors Ambassadors represent the Honors College at alumni and recruiting events both on and off campus and host prospective students during on-campus visits. Students were selected based on college involvement, knowledge of campus resources and opportunities, poise and public speaking ability.
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2018 Mar 26