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In Memoriam: Marjorie S. Price (1947-2024)
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of Philosophy recently lost one of its longtime faculty members when Dr. Marjorie Price passed away on May 30, 2024. Her final resting place is Temple Sholom Cemetery in Bridgewater, New Jersey.
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Explore graduate programs in UAB’s College of Arts and Sciences
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s College of Arts and Sciences is home to a wide range of undergraduate degrees and certificates. In fact, the College has been considered the foundation of undergraduate education at UAB for over a decade.
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Innovative REU program continues to engage students from across the country
The University of Alabama at Birmingham continues to host its long-running National Science Foundation—Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program.
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New Art and Art History concentration places an emphasis on graphic and digital design
Graphic and digital design are coming into even greater focus at the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s College of Arts and Sciences.
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Honoring Stella Cocoris’ legacy
During her three-decade tenure at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Stella Cocoris established a legacy as a visionary builder. Through her efforts, she contributed to UAB’s unprecedented growth and introduced new strategies and tools that continue to support enrollment efforts and student success to this day. Her dedication—and innovative ideas—permeated the university, impacting staff and students alike.
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CORD hosts successful Central Alabama Regional Science and Engineering Fair
On March 2, 2024, the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Center for Community Outreach Development (CORD) orchestrated the 20th Annual Central Alabama Regional Science and Engineering Fair (CARSEF) at the UAB Campus Recreation Center, drawing a record-breaking 513 participants.
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Connecting across Cultures: Wood teaches UAB’s first Collaborative Online International Learning course
“What is dorm life like in the United States?” “How often do you get home to family?” “Do you also speak Russian and Georgian?” “Do you drink coffee?” These were the kinds of questions that came up this fall between students at UAB and students at Akaki Tsereteli State University in the Republic of Georgia.
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A new major in the Department of English prepares students for writing in a digital world
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Department of Social Work featured in recent CIPES newsletter
The Center for Interprofessional Education and Simulation (CIPES) highlighted the Department of Social Work in two stories in its recent newsletter.
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New computer science certificate emphasizes need to stay awake about AI
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of Computer Science is helping current tech professionals and students in the field learn how to defend against cyber-attacks with artificial intelligence.
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The Department of Social Work welcomes Dr. Donald (Donny) Gerke as an Assistant Professor
The Department of Social Work welcomes Dr. Donald (Donny) Gerke as an Assistant Professor.
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Biology advisor to receive competitive national award
Victoria Jones Howard, academic advisor for biology majors up to 74 hours, has been selected as the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) Outstanding New Advisor – Primary Role.
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Departments offering events during Social Work Month
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of Social Work will present a collaborative event series from March 22-28 for Social Work Month.
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Department of History offering scholarships to transfer students
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Department of History is offering two $5,000 scholarships to deserving students who transfer from another college to major in history at UAB. Scholarship applicants should demonstrate academic promise and a commitment to the study of history.
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Department of Mathematics Hosts 19th Annual Math Talent Search Contest
The contest is motivated by the desire to help in the development of the next generation of mathematical talent in Alabama.
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Department of Social Work Student Recipient of Prestigious Award
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Maluff connects with the recipient of his new endowed scholarship in psychology
“I try to give back what UAB did for me, my business, and my family,” says Maluff. “UAB is my heart and soul."
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Introducing New Faculty Members in the Department of Social Work
The Department of Social Work welcomes three new clinical faculty members, Quachetta Jones, Jacqueline Jones, and Tommie Watkins. They began teaching this fall.
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Department of Sociology receives generous gift from Dr. Mike Wilson
Michele “Mike” Wilson, Ph.D., was an award-winning faculty member in the College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Sociology and launched the Women’s Studies Program.
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UAB faculty host chemistry students from across the country
In June 2022, Jonathan Burns, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry, and Suzanne Lapi, Ph.D., professor in the Departments of Radiology and Chemistry, hosted 8 graduate students from across the country through the Horizon-broadening Isotope Production Pipeline Opportunities (HIPPO) collaboration.
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