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‘A more diverse campus’: Meet the people pushing DEI forward for 50+ years

Since 1970, the Black Faculty and Staff Association has been working towards a more equitable campus. A lot of changes have been made in those 50+ years, including the establishment of the UA Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. But diversity advocates on campus say there's still work to be done.
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Timeline | Inside the Archives: How The CW covered race on campus

The Crimson White has published news and opinions from the University's campus for more than 125 years. Some stories still make us proud to work at The CW. Others do not. The news desk analyzed 20 years of race coverage at The CW, spanning 100 stories, letters and columns that give an inside look at campus culture during the fight for desegregation.
George Wallace tried to curb integration at UA. Now, his name is being removed from a UAB building.

George Wallace tried to curb integration at UA. Now, his name is being removed from a UAB building.

Keely Brewer | @keelykbrewer, News Editor February 8, 2021
Nearly 60 years after his infamous Stand in the Schoolhouse Door, the former Alabama governor’s namesake will no longer grace UAB’s physical education building
Campaign finance reports reveal PAC, corporate influence on mayoral candidates

Campaign finance reports reveal PAC, corporate influence on mayoral candidates

Jacob Powell, Contributing Writer February 7, 2021
Campaign finance reports released this week for Tuscaloosa’s three mayoral candidates show more than $54,000 of political action committee (PAC) donations collectively.
Overall COVID cases decline, sentinel numbers increase 

Overall COVID cases decline, sentinel numbers increase 

Kelby Hutchison | @thetallcwrepor1, Contributing Writer February 5, 2021

In its third update of the spring semester, the UA System COVID-19 Dashboard reported a decrease of over 100 in positive test results after two weeks of steady numbers. Since Jan. 29, 167 positive test...

Mark your calendars: Mayoral candidates scheduled for live forum Feb. 18

Mark your calendars: Mayoral candidates scheduled for live forum Feb. 18

Jacob Powell, Contributing Writer February 4, 2021

Three candidates seeking the mayor’s office will participate in a live forum broadcast by WVUA 23 on Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. The recording will air again on Feb. 19, at 7 p.m. and Feb. 21, at 9 p.m. The...

'The small things': How international students are finding community off campus

‘The small things’: How international students are finding community off campus

Audrey Harper | @CAudreyHarper, Contributing Writer February 4, 2021
The number of international students at the University took a downward turn this year. Even so, one campus initiative is bringing together domestic and international students to form some community, even if it's via Zoom.
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Calendar | Trivia, movies and lectures: How UA is celebrating Black History Month

Monica Nakashima, Contributing Writer February 4, 2021
Looking to learn more about and celebrate Black history this February? The University calendar is loaded with events, both virtual and in-person, meant to engage your mind this month. From film screenings to lectures, find your ideal learning experience in this compiled Black History Month calendar.
Meet the UA professor named a top-15 emerging scholar

Meet the UA professor named a top-15 emerging scholar

Tessa Worley | @TessaWorley2, Contributing Writer February 4, 2021

Krystal Williams, a UA assistant professor of higher education, was named a top emerging scholar by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a magazine about diversity in American higher education.  Jamal...

Community members stage a December protest to urge Sheriff Ron Abernathy to release jail COVID-19 data after failing to comply with a Freedom of Information request.

Sheriff releases updated COVID-19 data, files motion to dismiss lawsuit 

Jake LaFratta, Contributing Writer January 31, 2021
Tuscaloosa Sheriff Ron Abernathy has filed a motion to dismiss the Southern Poverty Law Center’s (SPLC) lawsuit demanding the release of COVID-19 data for the county jail. 
SGA endorses permanent extension of add/drop period

SGA endorses permanent extension of add/drop period

Kayla Solino, Contributing Writer January 31, 2021

Following an extended add/drop period for the spring semester, which allows students to adjust their schedule without receiving a “W” on their transcripts, the Student Government Association Senate...

UA reports 200+ COVID cases this week, releases first sentinel numbers

UA reports 200+ COVID cases this week, releases first sentinel numbers

Kelby Hutchison | @thetallcwrepor1, Contributing Writer January 29, 2021

The UA System reported 244 positive COVID-19 test results among UA students in its second weekly dashboard update of the semester, bringing the total number of reported student cases to about 450 since...