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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 'Inaugural President's Cabinet Scholars Chosen'.

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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Leadership - May 4

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 - 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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Leadership - May 13
Representation of the achievement named 'University of Alabama Students Selected for 2026 Blackburn Institute Class'.

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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Leadership - Mar 9
Representation of the achievement named 'University of Alabama Students Selected for 2025 Blackburn Institute Class'.

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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Leadership - 2025 Apr 15
Representation of the achievement named 'UA Senior from Monroeville Goes from Student to Student Leader '.

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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Leadership - 2025 Feb 20

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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Leadership - 2024 Jun 28

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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Leadership - 2024 Jun 24
Representation of the achievement named 'Alabama Football's Jalen Milroe Named Pop Warner Award Winner'.

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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Leadership - 2024 Dec 16
Representation of the achievement named 'University of Alabama Students Selected for 2024 Blackburn Institute Class'.

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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Leadership - 2024 Mar 27
Representation of the achievement named 'Alabama's Anne Marie Hiser Secures ITA Women's Tennis Southern Regional Honors '.

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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Leadership - 2023 Jun 9
Representation of the achievement named 'UA Announces 2022-2023 Freshman Forum Cohort'.

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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Leadership - 2022 Oct 26
Representation of the achievement named 'Alabama Athletics Student-Athletes Take Part in SEC Leadership Council Meetings'.

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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Leadership - 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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Leadership - 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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Leadership - 2018 Mar 26
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