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VP for student life's prostitution solicitation arrest part of sting operation

VP for student life’s prostitution solicitation arrest part of sting operation

Zach Johnson | @ZachJohnsonCW, News Editor February 19, 2022

The West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force announced the arrest of 15 men for soliciting prostitution on Thursday and Friday night, including former Vice President for Student Life Myron Pope. The...

UA VP for student life resigns after arrest on solicitation charges

UA VP for student life resigns after arrest on solicitation charges

Zach Johnson | @ZachJohnsonCW, News Editor February 18, 2022

UPDATE: Myron Pope has resigned from the University following his arrest.  “We understand this news will be difficult for our community,” UA President Stuart Bell wrote in an email to students....

‘Split Infinitive’: Graduate art student showcases thesis exhibition

‘Split Infinitive’: Graduate art student showcases thesis exhibition

Jeffrey Kelly | @jeffkellyjr, Culture Editor February 16, 2022
“Split Infinitive” focuses on the tension many people feel while juggling different aspects of their lives. 
A photo of Autherine Lucy Hall

‘When you know better, you do better’: How campus groups advocated for Autherine Lucy Hall

Grace Schepis | @GraceSchepisCW, Staff Writer February 16, 2022
Here’s a look at some campus groups that advocated for Autherine Lucy Hall, as well as administrators who chimed in on the change. 
Charles Bediako (10) and Jaden Shackelford (5) celebrate with JD Davison (3) after a bucket in Alabama’s 68-67 win over the Arkansas Razorbacks on Feb. 12.

No. 25 Alabama takes two-game win streak into rematch with Mississippi State

Austin Hannon, Staff Reporter February 16, 2022

A month ago, the Alabama Crimson Tide led the Mississippi State Bulldogs 60-55 in Starkville, Mississippi, with under 10 minutes to play. The Crimson Tide had held their own against an aggressive rebounding...

Alabama gymnasts celebrate during a tri-meet against Western Michigan and North Carolina of Feb. 4, 2022.

No. 8 Alabama gymnastics prepares for road test against LSU 

Robert Cortez | @robertcortez27, Assistant Sports Editor February 15, 2022

No. 8 Alabama gymnastics has struggled on the road this season with an 0-4 record. This Friday, the Crimson Tide will head to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to take on the No. 5 LSU Tigers, marking their third...

UA to end mask mandate, phase out COVID-19 services Feb. 21

UA to end mask mandate, phase out COVID-19 services Feb. 21

Grace Schepis | @GraceSchepisCW, Staff Reporter February 15, 2022

The University of Alabama will lift the campus mask mandate and phase out COVID-19 protocols beginning Monday, Feb. 21. Citing “plummeting case numbers and the widespread availability of vaccines...

The Capstone College of Nursing will be the site of the Center for Substance Use Research and Related Conditions.

Board of trustees approves center for substance use research

Cat Clinton, Contributing Writer February 14, 2022

The University of Alabama System board of trustees approved the Center for Substance Use Research and Related Conditions on Friday, Feb. 4.  Funding for the center, which is set to open in April, was...

Alabama Athletics halts plans for alcohol sales at Coleman Coliseum 

Alabama Athletics halts plans for alcohol sales at Coleman Coliseum 

Ashlee Woods | @ashleemwoods, Sports Editor February 14, 2022

Alabama Athletics has halted plans to sell alcohol at Coleman Coliseum after the Tuscaloosa City Council proposed a service fee on all tickets for events where alcohol is served. The city council proposed...

Alabama softball takes over Candrea Classic

Alabama softball takes over Candrea Classic

Javon Williams, Staff Reporter February 13, 2022

No. 2 Alabama softball finished out the Candrea Classic with an 8-3 victory over New Mexico. The Crimson Tide now claim a 6-0 program record against New Mexico. Freshman Dallis Goodnight set the drive...

Duke Ellington (Needlepoint artwork by Leanna Leithauser-Lesley)

‘Shaken by the Roots’: Needlepoint artist highlights jazz greats

Natalie Bonner, Copy Editor February 13, 2022
For Birmingham fiber artist Leanna Leithauser-Lesley, needlepoint art is a childhood hobby-turned-passion that has deepened her connection to her Southern heritage. 
Autherine Lucy Hall: UA board of trustees announces new name for College of Education building

Autherine Lucy Hall: UA board of trustees announces new name for College of Education building

Grace Schepis | @GraceSchepisCW, Staff Reporter February 11, 2022

Autherine Lucy Foster is the new namesake of the College of Education building, the University of Alabama System board of trustees announced Friday. On Feb. 3, the 66th anniversary of Foster’s enrollment...