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A&S in the News: January 21-27, 2024
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts and Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for the History of Enslaved People at UA project, hemp research, and more.
Morgan Holder’s Journey from ASSURE Grant to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Desktop News | January 2024 Morgan Holder, a dual major in dance and English with a minor in the Blount Scholars Program, emerged as a standout recipient of the 2022 ASSURE grant. This financial support became the launchpad for her journey to the esteemed Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where she showcased her original piece, “Unstuck With You.” “Unstuck With You” gracefully transcends conventional dance boundaries, delving into the intricate relationship between space and human connection. Holder’s choreographic exploration, inspired by the […]
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A&S in the News: December 3-9, 2023
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts and Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for the fourth Republican debate, upcoming holiday concerts, and more.
A&S in the News: November 26 – December 2, 2023
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts and Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for the Susan McCollough Fine Arts Initiative, the artist-in-residency program at Moundville, and more.
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A&S in the News: November 19-25, 2023
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts and Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for commentary on the upcoming GOP primary debate, research on river pollution, and more.
A&S in the News: November 12-18, 2023
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts and Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for commentary on Congressional primary elections, the Paul W. Bryant Museum Holiday Open House, and more.
UA’s CRES Program Propels Noah Oladele to NYC Success
Desktop News | October 2023 In August 2021, Noah Oladele embarked on a journey from Nigeria to the United States, where he pursued a master’s degree in composition, rhetoric and English studies (CRES) within the department of English at The University of Alabama. On the memorable day of May 5th, 2023, Oladele eagerly joined his fellow graduates, awaiting the moment when his name would be called, marking the culmination of his two-year academic adventure at the University. With his certificate […]
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Global Voices in Creative Writing
Desktop News | October 2023 The University of Alabama’s Creative Writing program has recently embraced a diverse cohort of international students, injecting fresh perspectives into the English department and opening doors for the infusion of global pedagogical approaches into the College of Arts and Sciences. Among these pioneering international scholars are Chiagoziem Jideofor and Kanyinsola Olorunnisola, both third-year MFA students. Their narratives offer profound insights into the transformative journey they’ve embarked upon, beginning with their decision to leave Nigeria for […]
A&S in the News: July 30 – August 5, 2023
Read local, national, and world news that feature faculty, students, and alumni from the College of Arts and Sciences. Most recently, the College is trending in the news for research on forever chemicals, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and more.