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New residence hall, additional parking coming to Samford
Samford University is continuing the expansion of its Birmingham campus. The school is set to construct a brand new residence hall for first year...
Alabama two-year college enrollment grows, outpaces national average
For the third straight year, enrollment in the state's community and technical colleges has increased, the Alabama Community College System announced.
This year the increase...
Alabama mental health support series launched with support from lawmakers
As the country experiences a growing mental health crisis, particularly among the nation's youth, one organization is stepping up to help educate the age...
Wallace State showcases heavy duty electric truck, first of its kind sold in Alabama
When most people think of electric vehicles, the image of a heavy duty truck doesn't come to mind.
Wallace State Community College, however, flipped the...
University of Alabama celebrates decade of growth for research and discovery
For the 10th straight year, outside support of research and other sponsored activities at The University of Alabama increased.
One of the fastest growing major...
SoulGrown: EARTH’s site has a deep-rooted history in East Alabama economy
From rubble will rise EARTH. The East Alabama Rural Innovation & Training Hub (EARTH), which will be constructed on the historic Avondale Mills site, will offer...
Troy University names Filmore as Vice Chancellor of Government and External Relations
William Filmore, previously the Director of Government Relations at Troy University, is taking over as the senior-most external affairs official for Troy University, effective...
University of West Alabama reports record high enrollment for Fall 2023
The University of West Alabama released its student population census data for the fall 2023 semester, revealing the highest enrollment for a single semester.
The...
Alabama A&M band ‘excited’ to represent state in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Behind the red "Alabama" banner at the front of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, viewers will see a maroon and white banner touting the...
QuantHub, Innovate Alabama launch cutting-edge tech internship program
QuantHub, a Birmingham-based startup, is joining forces with Innovate Alabama to launch an internship program that will prepare students for careers in data science...
Operation Iron Ruck sets Iron Bowl rivalry aside to bring awareness to veteran suicide
As fans from all over the state prepare to flood Jordan-Hare Stadium to watch the iconic Iron Bowl matchup, there’s one group of students...
UA students to compete in national EV battery challenge
A team of students from the University of Alabama will compete in a premier national competition to design, build, test and integrate an advanced...
State awards Auburn $2M to spearhead innovative rural health care access project
The Alabama State Department of Finance has granted Auburn University $2 million to fund an ambitious health care access initiative aimed at addressing significant...
Auburn, Marion Military Institute join forces to prepare future aviators
A partnership has been formed between Auburn University's School of Aviation and the Marion Military Institute: Marion is now an official feeder school for...
Sewell: Deadline to apply for military service academy nominations is Saturday
There are just a couple days left to apply with U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell to be nominated to one of the country's military service...
Alabama A&M’s marching band to lead Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
When the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade steps off next week, the Alabama A&M Marching Maroon and White will be front and center.
Literally.
The AAMU marching...
Build Up Birmingham wins housing solution competition
WASHINGTON -- Build Up Birmingham is the winner of the 2023 Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge.
The unique workforce development high school combines academics with paid...
Alabama special ed teachers could see pay increase
In an effort to draw in and produce more special education teachers within the state, the Alabama State Department of Education has announced that...
Expanding Alabama Mural Trail offers passport with prizes
With nearly 300 Instaworthy spots to visit, The Alabama Mural Trail is growing, and travelers now have another reason — other than a great...
Auburn Veterans Resource Center unveils Sledge display
Auburn University’s Veterans Resource Center (VRC) unveiled a display featuring a World War II dress uniform worn by late Auburn alumnus and United States Marine...
Kelly Mooney running for state school board in district 3
A second candidate has thrown her hat into the ring for the District 3, Alabama State Board of Education race. District 3 represents most...
UA leading project to give EV batteries second life
Electric vehicles batteries will find a second life in EV charging stations under a project led by the University of Alabama.
With $4 million in...
ACCS Innovation Center opens in Decatur – ‘this is a great day’
The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) marked a major milestone in its mission to prepare Alabamians of all ages for the workforce with real...
Dolly Parton Imagination Library growth ‘encouraging,’ but ‘work isn’t done’
A landmark reading initiative for children, launched by country music legend Dolly Parton and Gov. Kay Ivey, has grown exponentially, Ivey said.
The governor, in...