Community rallying in memory of Officer Cousette

September 19, 2019

The University of Alabama and the City of Tuscaloosa are set to honor and remember the life of Tuscaloosa Police Department Investigator Dornell Cousette, who was shot and killed in the line of duty on Sept. 16. 

Tuscaloosa police officer shot and killed in line of duty

September 16, 2019

Tuscaloosa mayor Walt Maddox confirmed in a press conference that Tuscaloosa Police officer Dornell Cousette was killed in the line of duty Monday while apprehending a suspect wanted on failure to appear in court for felony cases.

Music Midtown attracts big names, bigger crowds

September 16, 2019

The Peach City welcomed thousands of sweaty music fans into Piedmont Park this weekend for its annual Music Midtown, motivating more than a few UA students to trek across the state line.

New program aids intellectually disabled students

September 16, 2019

Students with intellectual disabilities develop new skills to build their independence through the new Occupational Studies program.

Passing game explodes in Alabama’s 47-23 victory

September 14, 2019

After a week of a consistent barrage of questions about Alabama's loss to South Carolina nine years ago, it seemed like the play calling for the offense looked to leave no doubt about the team's intentions against South Carolina.

Defense shows cracks in win over South Carolina

September 14, 2019

It wasn’t 2010, but just like its shocking loss to South Carolina nine years ago, the Alabama Crimson Tide won’t leave Columbia feeling great about its defense after a 47-23 win on Saturday.

Faculty Senate proposes task force to change campus culture

September 19, 2019

Frustrations boiled over at the most recent University of Alabama Faculty Senate meeting as the members discussed how to respond to the resignation of former Dean of Students Jamie Riley.

Community rallying in memory of Officer Cousette

September 19, 2019

The University of Alabama and the City of Tuscaloosa are set to honor and remember the life of Tuscaloosa Police Department Investigator Dornell Cousette, who was shot and killed in the line of duty on Sept. 16. 

Holle Family Foundation donates $10 million to C&IS

September 18, 2019

The Holle Family Foundation gave $10 million to the College of Communication and Information Sciences, the largest donation in the college’s history, according to an announcement by dean Mark Nelson on Wednesday, Sept. 18.

Alabama defense slows high-scoring Southern Miss offense

September 21, 2019

GALLERY: Alabama football vs. Southern Miss

September 21, 2019

INSTANT: Alabama keeps rolling after blowout win over Southern Miss

September 21, 2019

Alabama was a tad more graceful to the Million Dollar Band this week, waiting until the third play to score its first touchdown of the game. Two weeks earlier against New Mexico State the Crimson Tide found the end zone on its first play of the drive. The band was not yet in its seats after its performance of the national anthem, as Henry Ruggs III sprinted past the Aggie defense for 75 yards to put Alabama up seven. Similar to the game against New Mexico State, Alabama ran away with the game winning 49-7. 

Opinion: The University punishes for its image, not its morals

September 19, 2019

In the case of Strayer, what would the University have liked him to do in that situation? Run up and tackle the guy to knock the beer out of his hand?

Opinion: It’s not just girl talk

September 19, 2019

Let’s talk about what it’s like to be a woman. Sexism in the workplace is annoying, and I don’t understand why people think it’s OK to talk down to people in general, let alone talking down to someone for their gender. 

Teachers are undervalued

September 18, 2019

Whenever someone introduces themselves as an education major, there is always an audible “Oh, wow” in the subsequent conversation. This happens solely because we have been told that it takes a “special person” to devote their time on Earth to teaching.

Tuscaloosa locals profile The Strip in new documentary

September 19, 2019

“The Strip: Tuscaloosa’s Most Colorful Quarter Mile” premieres this week at the Bama Theatre, and after six years of hard work, the film’s creators are over the moon.

Isabella Powell crowned Miss University of Alabama 2020

September 19, 2019

Isabella Powell was crowned Miss University of Alabama 2020. Powell plans to serve the campus this upcoming year by being a voice for those who are underrepresented.

Americans in Thailand: What they think about Alabama

September 18, 2019

People from around the United States have all kinds of notions about the Heart of Dixie. They involve the state’s recent abortion bill, the beach, evangelicalism, Hannah Brown from The Bachelorette and plenty more.