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UAH students develop water supply system for Nicaraguan village
Electrical engineering senior design students at the University of Alabama in Huntsville recently designed an automated chlorine dispenser to upgrade the water supply for...
Auburn recognized as second-best campus for free speech in U.S.
Auburn University has been recognized as the second best college campus for free speech after a survey polled 55,000 students throughout the U.S.
The survey,...
Ainsworth announces opening of public school grant program
Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth has launched the application process for a $179 million grant initiative targeting public schools across Alabama.
The Alabama K-12 Capital Grant...
Phelps elected UA System President Pro Tem
The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees elected Scott Phelps as president pro tempore. Phelps of Tuscaloosa was elected during the board's annual...
UA to develop fastest computing system in state
The University of Alabama will be home to the fastest computing system in the state, thanks to funding from the state and federal governments.
Sen....
Ivey seeks answers over ‘sexually suggestive’ books in public libraries
Gov. Kay Ivey released a letter to the director of the Alabama Public Library Service, containing questions and strong concerns over the material being...
Alabama’s community, technical colleges not cutting corners to help get people to work
This Labor Day, a pressing question reverberates across the United States: “Where are the workers?”
Alabama shares this concern, grappling with just shy of the...
University of Alabama launches four new bachelor’s degree programs
The University of Alabama will roll out four new bachelor's degree programs for the fall 2023 semester: Business cybersecurity, applied liberal arts, neuroscience, and...
Top 10 Alabama high schools ranked by U.S. News and World Report
U.S. News and World Report released their latest ranking of the top-ten high schools in Alabama.
Of the 25,000 U.S. public high schools they measured,...
Troy University Board of Trustees reelect Vance and Crowell
The Troy University Board of Trustees has reelected familiar faces to its top leadership positions.
C. Gibson Vance was named to the position of President...
UAH offers resources, guidelines on AI use in classrooms
Recognizing the potential benefits of using artificial intelligence in the classroom, the University of Alabama in Huntsville has developed resources to help faculty and...
Alabama STEM Ecosystem to help create opportunities for all
The Alabama STEM Ecosystem is joining the STEM Learning Ecosystems Community of Practice (SLECoP) as one of nine new ecosystems devoted to advancing STEM...
EPA aids Alabama students’ well water project
A student-led team from the University of Alabama has received a federal award for its research and efforts to help private well owners in...
Grant creates robotics pipeline for K-12 students
Auburn University’s Southeastern Center of Robotics Education (SCORE), Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) and Autauga County Schools (ACS) Board of Education are collaborating to...
Treasurer launches distressed colleges loan program
State Treasurer Young Boozer has been working diligently to bring aid to the state's most "distressed" colleges and universities through a $30 million loan...
Rare kidney auto-transplant performed at USA hospital
A USA Health urologist recently worked with a visiting surgeon to perform USA Health University Hospital’s second-ever renal auto-transplant.
This is a rare surgery where...
Central Alabama CC a pioneer in nursing education
Central Alabama Community College may not be the largest institution, but it believes in being the best.
As a testament to this commitment, CACC's nursing...
UA study: Poor time management = poor sleep for students
A lack of time management skills, particularly in organization, can lead to poor sleep quality for college students according to research conducted at the...
Live from Cullman! It’s the North Alabama Agriplex
The staff and programs of North Alabama Agriplex will receive statewide and national exposure with a feature on "Simply Southern TV."
The show will premiere...
Aerospace and aviation high school to launch second year
Alabama's one and only aerospace and aviation high school is set to board its next flight of students next week.
The Alabama Aerospace and Aviation...
Alabama A&M reports largest freshman class in history
Alabama A&M, the largest Historically Black College & University in the state, is set to grow even more it appears.
The school has reported that...
VitAL, state create on-demand digital learning program
The University of Alabama partnered with several state agencies to launch a digital platform and on-demand learning program that offers essential education and training...
Farmers Federation honors Extension agent, AU researcher
An Extension System agent and an Auburn agriculture researcher were recognized Thursday by the Alabama Farmers Federation for their service and contributions to the...
Toyota invests $6.7M in Huntsville City Schools
The Huntsville school system is the recipient of a $6.7 million grant from the Toyota USA Foundation.
It was announced Thursday at a press conference...