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Community-Based Research with Women in Prison

May 1, 2024

Desktop News | May 2024 In the world of academic research, certain works stand out not just for their content but for the revolutionary approach they take in addressing complex issues. University of Alabama professors Susan Dewey‘s and Brittany VandeBerg’s upcoming book co-authored with senior South Carolina Department of Corrections administrator Julie Tennant-Caine, Community-Based Research with Women in Prison, is one such exceptional work. It not only explores the intricacies of its subject matter but also redefines the methodology used […]

Enhancing Career Opportunities Through the Digital, Public and Professional Writing Minor

May 1, 2024

Desktop News | May 2024 Students are using the English Department’s new minor in Digital, Public, and Professional Writing as a complement to their academic coursework in a variety of degree programs across campus. We have students from pre-health and pre-law, as well as the humanities, taking courses such as Science Writing EN 381, Business Writing EN 382, Writing Across Media EN 313, Technical Writing EN 319, Legal Writing EN 383 and our new Grant Writing course EN 384. Courses […]

Dr. Changzhen Wang receives J. Warren Nystrom Award

April 29, 2024

Desktop News | May 2024 From the Department of Geography | Congratulations to Dr. Changzhen Wang for receiving the prestigious J. Warren Nystrom Award at the American Association of Geographers (AAG) Annual Meeting on April 16-21, 2024 in Hawaii! Her winning paper entitled “Overlapping Cancer Service Areas: Delineation and Implications” received two rounds of competition for her original ideas and significant contributions to the advancement of geographic knowledge, and the quality and effectiveness of written style and oral presentation. The […]

Culverhouses, Abernathys name performance theatres in Smith Center

April 17, 2024

In addition to officially naming the facility the Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts in honor of the Mark Smith family of Huntsville, the UA System Board of Trustees Friday approved the naming of both the Eliza P. Culverhouse Dance Theatre and the Robert and Laura Abernathy Theatre in the Smith Center.

UA to host Chinese American Author and Distinguished Professor Yunte Huang on April 15 & 16

April 3, 2024

From the Department of English | On April 15-16, 2024, The University of Alabama will host a lecture, book signing and discussions with Yunte Huang, author and distinguished professor of English at the University of California, Santa Barbara. The professor, who began his graduate studies at the University, will give a presentation and discussion on the topic, “Life as a Scholar” from 1-2 pm on April 15th in the Yellowhammer Room of Gorgas Library. During the presentation, he will map […]

Gun Present: Inside a Southern District Attorney’s Battle Against Gun Violence

March 5, 2024

Desktop News | March 2024 An extraordinary partnership between academic researchers and criminal justice professionals has provided an unprecedented perspective on the challenges of prosecuting gun-related cases. University of Alabama Professor Susan Dewey along with her esteemed coauthors Brittany VandeBerg and Hays Webb, is preparing to launch the groundbreaking book, Gun Present: Inside a Southern District Attorney’s Battle Against Gun Violence. The book introduces readers to a fresh perspective on the pervasive problem of crimes committed with guns. It delves […]

The College of Arts and Sciences Announces Dawn and Cody Brown White House Historical Association Endowed Support Fund

February 7, 2024

Desktop News | February 2024 TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama’s College of Arts and Sciences proudly announces the establishment of The Dawn and Cody Brown White House Historical Association Endowed Support Fund for the Department of History. This endowment aims to provide crucial support for the White House Historical Association fellow each summer, ensuring that aspiring scholars receive financial assistance for living expenses while completing their internships. The endowment has been established by Dawn Wiley, PhD student in […]

Morgan Holder’s Journey from ASSURE Grant to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival

January 10, 2024

Desktop News | January 2024 Morgan Holder, a dual major in dance and English with a minor in the Blount Scholars Program, emerged as a standout recipient of the 2022 ASSURE grant. This financial support became the launchpad for her journey to the esteemed Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where she showcased her original piece, “Unstuck With You.” “Unstuck With You” gracefully transcends conventional dance boundaries, delving into the intricate relationship between space and human connection. Holder’s choreographic exploration, inspired by the […]

Victoria Niton’s Path from Capitol Insights to Guatemalan Adventures

November 15, 2023

Desktop News | November 2023 Victoria Niton, a College of Arts and Sciences student, recently embarked on a journey that transitioned her from the heart of American politics to the culturally rich streets of Antigua, Guatemala. Her experiences have not only proven transformative but have also illuminated a path forward in her academic and career pursuits. Niton’s journey began with the educational groundwork, preparing her for the unique opportunities that awaited her in Washington, D.C. The “do’s and don’ts” of […]

Inaugural John S. Steiner Lecture: Demystifying Sharks with Dr. David Shiffman

November 1, 2023

Desktop News | October 2023 The John S. Steiner Endowed Lecture Series in Museums had its inaugural lecture on September 16, 2023, to promote the education of students in disciplines emphasized by The University of Alabama Museums such as anthropology, archaeology, biology, geology, paleontology and history. The lectures aim to target a broad audience and will include speakers who are known for being able to discuss science or historical/cultural research with non-academic audiences and engage them in discussions about cutting-edge […]