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Student Success in the Washington D.C. Professional Preparation Program

September 6, 2023

Desktop News | September 2023 The Washington D.C. Professional Preparation Program is an initiative focused on empowering students for success in the professional world and providing them with unique opportunities in the nation’s capital. By offering exposure to a diverse range of government and Washington, D.C. specific settings, the program aims to prepare students for internships and jobs that align with their career interests. Throughout the journey, participants engage in briefings with esteemed organizations, meetings with elected officials and informational […]

UA Professor and Students Raise Aphasia Awareness by Creating Aphasia-Friendly Menus

August 17, 2023

Desktop News | August 2023 In June of 2023, Mary Ray-Allen, Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Communicative Disorders, led an influential effort with 11 graduate students from her “Advanced Aphasia” course to commemorate Aphasia Awareness Month. Their primary goal was to bring attention to this language disorder within the community. Ray-Allen emphasized the significance of the Aphasia Awareness Campaign, stating, “There are two million people in the United States that have aphasia. My goal is to empower students […]

McCollough Institute for Pre-Medical Scholars Achieve 100% Medical School Acceptance

August 17, 2023

Desktop News | August 2023 The McCollough Institute for Pre-Medical Scholars, endowed by Dr. Gaylon and Mrs. Susan McCollough, has become a standout in the medical education community, attracting widespread attention due to its success in cultivating aspiring physicians. The inaugural class of the program achieved an extraordinary feat, boasting a 100% acceptance rate into medical institutions nationwide. This accomplishment serves as a testament to the program’s effectiveness in producing highly qualified and well-prepared medical candidates, setting a new standard […]

UA Psychology Professor Secures $6.05M Grant to Enhance Sleep Quality in Older Adults with Alzheimer’s and Dementia 

August 17, 2023

Desktop News | August 2023 On May 1st, Dr. Lynn Snow, a psychology professor, received a clinical trial award (R61/33) from the National Institute of Aging for her ground-breaking research titled “Enhancing Sleep Quality for Nursing Home Residents with Dementia: Pragmatic Trial.”  Dr. Snow has been granted $6.05 million to conduct a novel sleep improvement intervention for nursing home residents aged 50 and above, who are coping with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia (ADRD).  Over four years, Dr. Snow will […]

UA Dance Company Set to Perform Internationally

August 8, 2023

Desktop News | August 2023 The College of Arts and Sciences is proud to announce the Yonder Contemporary Dance Company’s captivating dance concert, “Unstuck With You,” at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland. The production will take place August 5th-12th, internationally showcasing the company’s artistry and creativity, and will be available for viewing in-person throughout the run, with a livestream of the final performance. “Unstuck With You” is a production that takes inspiration from the outer edges of the universe […]

Discover Choral Arts at UA

July 5, 2023

Desktop News | July 2023 The University of Alabama’s choral arts program offers a range of ensembles, ensuring there is a group for every individual who enjoys singing. Whether you are looking for a 1-credit or 0-credit option, UA’s ensembles accommodate undergraduates, graduates, music majors and non-music majors alike. By joining these ensembles, students become part of a close-knit community of musicians who share their love for choral music. Explore the exceptional choral arts offerings at UA and the different […]

UA Music Professor Leads Toradze International Music Festival as Artistic Director 

July 5, 2023

Desktop News | July 2023 Edisher Savitski, a professor of music at The University of Alabama, has taken on the role of artistic director and featured performer for the Toradze International Music Festival. The Toradze festival is a high-profile event dedicated to the memory of the late Alexander “Lexo” Toradze (1952-2022), a world-famous Georgian pianist, and his father, David Toradze, a renowned composer who lived from 1922 to 1983.  The festival was initiated by the Toradze Foundation and co-founded by […]

Dance Student’s Powerful Piece ‘The End’ Takes Center Stage in NYC

June 7, 2023

Desktop News | June 2023 Zoe Woebkenberg, a College of Arts and Sciences student, is gearing up to showcase her dance performance, titled The End, at the upcoming Young Choreographer’s Festival in New York City on June 2, 2023. With her own choreography, Woebkenberg has poured her heart and soul into this captivating piece, which promises to leave a lasting impact on the audience. From a young age, Woebkenberg ‘s passion for dance has burned bright, and her four years […]

Exploring Career Opportunities and Building Connections in Washington D.C.

May 3, 2023

Desktop News | May 2023 The Washington D.C. Professional Preparation Program provides students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the professional world of the nation’s capital. The program offers a chance for students to explore a wide range of career options, make connections and gain practical experience. This spring, a group of 25 students traveled to DC to attend meetings and events designed to showcase the many internship programs and career tracks available to them. Their experience was not […]

WiPA Secures Grant to Promote Female Participation in STEM

May 3, 2023

Desktop News | May 2023 Kaitlyn Hemauer, an undergraduate Physics and Math major and the president of the Women in Physics & Astronomy (WiPA) group at The University of Alabama, has secured a prestigious grant from the American Physical Society (APS). The grant provides funding of up to $1,000 and will be used to support the group’s efforts in promoting women’s participation in physics and astronomy. WiPA’s mission is to foster connections between female physicists at all career stages and […]