The Miss Unique UA scholarship program, a pageant to celebrate diversity and provide opportunities for young women with disabilities in the Tuscaloosa area, will be held on Oct. 20, 2019, at 2:30 p.m. at the Ferguson Center Theater.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month highlights the need for funding and research to end an illness that impacts approximately one in every 285 children in the U.S. UA students and survivors are advocating for a cure.
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.
Tabitha Cooley, a UA student, was recognized as the BAMA Country female Artist at the 5th annual Alabama Music Awards. Cooley is grateful to have accepted the award and remains hopeful for what is next in her journey with music.
Gary Cosby Jr. recently released his first novel series “The Adventures of Will Danger.” Dive into the first three adventurous novels that are filled with the hardships Will Danger faces to keep his family safe during the World War I era.
Students showcase their creativity by adding a pop of color to the temporary walls throughout the Gayle Gorgas Library during the renovations. From displaying a wall made up of hand prints from the faculty and staff to paintings created by fellow students, these creations are brightening up the area while renovations are taking place.
For the first time ever, Theatre Tuscaloosa presents the musical “Grease.” The summer musical will be held at the Bean-Brown Theatre on the Martin Campus at Shelton State Community College from July 12-21.
Alabama’s bicentennial celebration continues as the exhibit Of This Goodly Land shows the history of the state at the Gayle Gorgas Library here on campus. The exhibit is displayed in the Pearce foyers...
The Local Roots team is preparing to present the third annual Roots Fest, which will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019. All are welcome at the free music festival, as Local Roots brings live music in celebration of Southern culture to the Tuscaloosa community.
Some students adjust to smaller kitchens provided by the University of Alabama residence halls to maintain their healthy diets. Freshmen share their favorite go-to meals and snacks that can be made with what few appliances they have in their dorm.
Thousands of Tuscaloosa residents of all ages came together to admire and purchase various pieces of art from around the country at the Druid City Arts Fest.
The @humansof_ua Instagram page showcases insight from various students living on campus. The platform assures followers that they are not alone in determining their studies or passions and allows them to identify with others beyond the classroom.
The Student Recreation Center enforces a no video and no photography policy to allow patrons to feel welcome and safe during their workout. It wants to protect its facility and patrons from becoming the next viral meme, but this policy does have an effect on patrons who would like to use video or photos to track progress, demonstrate workouts or for motivational reasons.
Students from across the Southeast participated in the 2019 CrimsonHacks, using their knowledge as individuals or a team to create technical inventions to earn prizes, network with visiting companies and showcase their skills.
Healthy eating and exercise is emphasized throughout March for National Nutrition Month. Students and faculty discuss how this time of year can signal a fresh start for those who seek a healthier lifestyle.
The CBD Store of Northport is back up and running again for locals to purchase natural, non-THC products. These products are available as an alternative option to help relieve pain, inflammation or even anxiety.
The University of Alabama student body will have the opportunity to vote for its new Student Government Association (SGA) from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on March 7.
Marquis Hollingsworth, a junior majoring in general business from Homewood, Alabama, is running for SGA President.
Q: How did you originally get involved with SGA? Or if you’re not currently involved,...
The Forgotten Hero: The Autherine Lucy Foster Campus Tour took place each Tuesday of February to celebrate Black History Month, giving attendees an insight into Foster’s journey in 1956 as the first African-American to attend The University of Alabama.
Magnolia Bayou traveled from Mississippi to perform at the Encore event hosted by University of Alabama students. Encore gives production students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience by producing live shows. The band performed a concert for students and gave more information about their upcoming tour.
John H. England Jr. was one of the first African-Americans to be admitted into The University of Alabama School of Law in 1969. Due to his contributions to the University and the community, the New Freshman Hall that opened its doors in the fall is being named after him.
Websites like LinkedIn and Handshake guide students to finding jobs and internships, equip them with tools for future and allow them to begin building their network. Students are taking advantage of these relatively new platforms to change the way they search for new jobs.
Tiara Pennington shares her story as the first African-American to be crowned as Miss University of Alabama. Pennington reflects on what the title holds for her and the importance of celebrating Black History Month.
Nine UA students were chosen to recreate the clothing sketches of Holocaust victim Hedy Strnad. “Stitching History From the Holocaust” is on display at the Abroms Engel Institute for the Visual Arts until March 16.
UA student Tabitha Cooley started her music career when she was 12 years old, and recently almost a decade later, she released an EP at 21 years old. From performing locally to being streamed on all music platforms, Cooley is becoming a rising star in co
Members and trainers speak out about gyms in Tuscaloosa they are involved in. Some hope they will be held more accountable for their New Year’s resolutions for not just this month, but the entire semester as they continue their journey to be the best versions of themselves.
