Desktop News | September 2023 VitAL Alabama’s awareness-raising commercial about opioid overdose won an Emmy for Outstanding Achievement Public Service Announcement. VitAL Alabama, an initiative dedicated to mental health awareness and combatting substance misuse and overdose crises through education, training and medication, collaborated with Seed Creative and produced the award-winning video titled “See a possible opioid overdose? Make a difference, Make the Call.” The video is part of VitAL Alabama’s Project FREEDOM campaign, aiming to address opioid overdose issues effectively. […]
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Articles featured in Desktop News, a monthly e-newsletter of the College of Arts and Sciences
AIRC Journal Amplifies Student Research
Desktop News | September 2023 The University of Alabama’s International Relations Club (AIRC) is making waves in the academic world with the launch of its peer-reviewed undergraduate research journal, the International Relations Journal. This exciting initiative opens doors for students to publish their research in the fields of international relations and comparative politics, filling a crucial gap in the University’s academic landscape. AIRC, a prominent student-led global affairs organization at The University of Alabama, offers its members opportunities for learning, […]
A&S Students’ Holiday Card Collaboration
Katie Nebbia and Katelyn Daniewicz, two exceptionally talented graphic design students at The University of Alabama, joined forces to create a holiday card that perfectly encapsulated their creative prowess and collaborative spirit. Katie Nebbia, hailing from Buffalo, New York, is a BFA graphic design major with a lifelong passion for visual artistry. Nebbia describes the start of her journey to graphic design as, “When I was younger, I would often staple pages together, creating little books out of them, and […]
Student Success in the Washington D.C. Professional Preparation Program
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 […]
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UA Professor and Students Raise Aphasia Awareness by Creating Aphasia-Friendly Menus
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 […]
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McCollough Institute for Pre-Medical Scholars Achieve 100% Medical School Acceptance
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 […]
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UA Psychology Professor Secures $6.05M Grant to Enhance Sleep Quality in Older Adults with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
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
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 […]
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Discover Choral Arts at UA
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
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 […]
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