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Articles about news in the College, from student and faculty accomplishments to research advances, new academic programs, and the impact of giving.
Research Shows Cocaine Trafficking Adapts to Law Enforcement Efforts
A model developed by Dr. Nicholas Magliocca from UA and others from around the country found the cat-and-mouse game of cocaine smuggling and government interdiction strategies results in a larger geographic area for trafficking with little success in stopping the drug from reaching the United States.
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Honors Week 2019: Schedule
Honors Week, The University of Alabama’s weeklong recognition of our students’ academic achievements, takes place this year from April 1–5. As in previous years, the College of Arts and Sciences will celebrate Honors Week with a variety of College-wide and department-specific events. Following is a quick rundown of those events; for details, contact the sponsoring departments or the A&S Dean’s Office. All events are open to the public. College of Arts & Sciences Events Event: Graduate Honors Convocation Date: Monday, […]
A&S in the News: March 3-16, 2019
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts & Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for Antarctic research, the oldest-ever UA graduate, a music competition, and more.
UA Researchers Show Best Methods to Help Endangered Woodpecker
The best methods to help an endangered woodpecker in Alabama thrive are installation of artificial homes and controlled burning in forests, according to research by Dr. Paige Ferguson and her former graduate student Emily Brown.
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The ‘Roots’ of Scriptures
Dr. Richard Newton, a new assistant professor of religious studies at The University of Alabama, examines how texts like Alex Haley’s “Roots” inform people’s understanding of identity.
Eliza P. Culverhouse Donates $500,000 to UA Dance Program
The gift will support the dance program through the creation of the Eliza P. Culverhouse Fund for Excellence in Dance. The fund will provide the opportunity for the department to expand its current efforts while engaging in new artistic partnerships through the Eliza P. Culverhouse Fellowship in Choreography.
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A&S in the News: February 24 – March 2, 2019
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts & Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for the visiting artist lecture series, research on amphibians, handcrafted ceramic bowls, and more.
Knap-In to Spotlight Native American Stone Tools, Culture
The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park invites the West Alabama community to learn the Native American skill of flintknapping, the ancient art of making tools out of stone, at the 19th annual Knap-In March 8-9.
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A&S in the News: February 17-23, 2019
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts & Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for the 2019 Premier Awards, research on Alzheimer’s, theatre and dance performances, and more.