Living with bipolar disorder as her primary diagnosis, Helmi Henkin is not ashamed of her mental health condition. In fact, she is deliberately open about it because of the stigma that surrounds it. “I...

Going to a local restaurant, eating a good meal and seeing familiar faces make food fundraisers  enjoyable for Baylee Clark. But getting other students to join in the fun and support a good cause has...

Two men were arrested on first-degree rape charges on Thursday after a 22-year-old University of Alabama student was sexually assaulted by three men. A warrant is out for the arrest of the third suspect,...

Saturday night at least eight officers at Walmart on Skyland in Tuscaloosa arrested Steven Dawson after he ran into a cement barrier with his truck and ran into the store.  Multiple people uploaded videos...

The Media Planning Board has named Jake Stevens as the The Crimson White editor-in-chief for the 2018-2019 school year. Stevens, a senior majoring in public relations and political science, is graduating...

Two students were shot Wednesday after Huffman High School in Birmingham dismissed school. According to CNN.com, police said a person was taken into custody in connection with the shooting.  A 17-year-old...

The Elections Board released the unofficial results of the spring election at 8 Tuesday night.  Price McGiffert has won the office of the SGA president with 68 percent of votes. Amber Scales had 23 percent...

Clay Gaddis, a sophomore majoring in biology from Scottsboro, Alabama is running for Vice President of Financial Affairs. Q: How did you originally get involved with SGA? A: I joined First Year Council...

Ross D’Entremont, a junior majoring in political science from Beaumont, TX is running for Vice President of Academic Affairs.  Q: How did you originally get involved with SGA? A: I originally got involved...

Harrison Adams, a sophomore majoring in economics and finance from Selma, Alabama is running for vice president of external affairs.  Q: How did you originally get involved with SGA? A: My first experience...

The family of Megan Rondini and the University of Alabama announced the dismissal of all claims asserted by the Rondinis against the University in a joint statement on Feb. 27.  According to the statement,...

Beginning research in the mid-1990s as a graduate student at Indiana University, Andrew Billings has monitored the Olympics for gender gaps in coverage for over 20 years.  Billings, director of the Alabama...

Because they are in a long distance relationship and do not see each other often, conversations regarding sex keep Sarah Chillag and her partner happy and help their relationship go smoothly. Because sex...

After watching a pedestrian almost get run over by a car on her way to class, Paige Cisneros decided this was a frightening enough occurrence to stop wearing headphones while walking.  “It’s dangerous...

Around 100 people, including both students and staff, gathered for a discussion about racism at an open weekly conversation on Wednesday in the Ferguson Center, in response to malicious videos exposed...

Ignite UA is a program through First Year Experience and Retention Initiatives that allows first-year students to connect and relate with peers, learn more about UA and its resources, and build a network...

Beat Auburn Beat Hunger ended its six-week competition against Auburn University on Nov. 14, winning the competition and collecting 260,453 pounds of food for the West Alabama Food Bank, which was over...

Holding a capacity of 101,821 fans, Bryant-Denny Stadium can get hectic as a cluster of crimson, white and houndstooth flow in. Hosting a top-ranked football team, it is one of the largest stadiums in...

She began by lining up in the Pacific Ocean ten before the start. Packed so tight next to her competitors, she could hardly move as they treaded water. Doubt filled Jessica Lambert’s mind as she got...

As a part of geography awareness week, students can visit the geography table set up in the Ferguson Center to see and play in a virtual reality sandbox, learn more about how climate is studied using tree...

The University of Alabama is commencing a national search to fill the position of vice president for research and economic development. Carl Pinkert, who has held the position for the past four years,...

Before he transferred to The University of Alabama, Graham Richards attended Maryville College his freshman year. He lived in a suite-style dorm on his own. All three extra rooms were empty. Richards had...

In a 97,000 square foot facility, children smiled and played while getting into the Halloween spirit a day early. There was popular music blaring and a multitude of colors as hundreds of children dressed...

Professional dealers will take their seats at tables to play Blackjack, Craps and Poker at Casino Night at the Ferguson Center on Thursday. There will be slot machines and a practice table for those who...

Similar to the career fair, the Career Center is hosting its biannual Education Interview Day for education students seeking full-time teaching jobs. Occurring in both the fall and spring semesters, Education...

The phrase “happy wife, happy life,” does not end soon after the wedding bells toll. In fact, well into retirement Philip Malone has found the phrase to be truer than ever.  After retiring earlier...

In the six weeks before The University of Alabama and Auburn University compete on the football field, members of each university's community compete in the canned food aisle.  Beat Auburn Beat Hunger...

Just last week, one UA student did not have the professional attire needed for an interview on campus, so he stopped by the Crimson Career Closet located in the Career Center. The attendees gave him a...

In terms of diversity efforts, the University of Alabama is similar to other institutions, according to the findings from Halualani & Associates: their efforts are plentiful, but there is plenty of room...

Alumna Marillyn A. Hewson, chairman, president and CEO of Lockheed Martin, donated $5 million to The University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Commerce and Business Administration on Sept. 25. ...

For a while now, the criminology and criminal justice department has been joking that the department is experiencing the “Doug Klutz effect." Klutz, an instructor in the criminal justice department,...

Sarah Praskievicz, an assistant professor in the geography department, will speak at the Association for Women in Science's monthly meeting on Thursday. Praskievicz will discuss her research in the geography...

Six speakers will be panelists in a community forum about responses to rape and sexual assault on campus. They will be presenting issues from a criminal justice perspective. It aims to look at all aspects...

Allen Engle has a passion for freshman involvement. As a freshman, he benefited from guidance and mentorship from upperclassmen. Now an upperclassmen himself, he wanted to give back to freshman in the...

After uprooting her life and moving cross-country from snowy Lafayette, Indiana to the humid Tuscaloosa, Alabama, G. Christine Taylor became the first vice president and associate provost for diversity,...

After monitoring Hurricane Harvey’s strength on Aug. 24, Jason Senkbeil, noticed it would be a lot stronger than expected. Senkbeil, an assistant professor in the geography department at the University,...

After a nationwide search that began in the fall of 2016, the University of Alabama welcomed G. Christine Taylor from Purdue University into the inaugural position of vice president and associate provost...

Sparked by one law student’s passion to commemorate veterans who were injured risking their lives for their country, the University of Alabama created a parking space for Purple Heart recipients this...

With this school year coming to a close and graduation approaching, the celebration begins for seniors and the opportunity for them to join the National Alumni Association is near.The National Alumni Association,...

To unveil a documentary about the “Three Minute Thesis” competition, the Graduate School and the Graduate Student Association are hosting a watch party with free food and door prizes on Thursday night.Three-Minute...

In order to raise awareness about mental health in jails, the College of Community Health Sciences is hosting a presentation and panel discussion about the topic today.The speakers at the event will be...

A little over 100 years ago, on April 6, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson declared war against Germany, sending America into World War I and changing citizen’s lives. As a way to memorialize the nation’s...

After hosting the recent national tragedy reflection circle, students in the School of Social Works took their work a step further by organizing a task force to create other similar events. Tonight, The...

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, there are 100,000 to 300,000 children at risk of becoming victims of human trafficking and only about 300 beds for human trafficking victims in the United...

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, there are 100,000 to 300,000 children at risk of becoming victims of human trafficking and only about 300 beds for human trafficking victims in the United...

The University’s Honors College is hosting a semi-formal dressed event, Spring Fling, for its students on Wednesday night at the Drish House downtown.The event will have food and live music from The...

With final exams approaching in a little over a month, various resources on campus and online are extending their tutoring services to students who want classroom assistance. An online tutoring platform...

The University launched a search through Desir Group for an inaugural position, Vice President/Associate Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in August. Throughout the school year, the search committee...

Public forums will be presented by the four remaining finalists for the vice president and associate provost for diversity, equity and inclusion at the University throughout this week. The finalists...

To help society become smarter consumers in pharmacies, Dean and professor of Family Medicine in College of Community Health Sciences Dr. Rick Streiffer presented a lecture entitled, “Over-the-Counter...

The career center is hosting its annual Education Interview Day on Wednesday for students in the College of Education pursuing full time teaching positions.From 9-10 a.m., students will have the opportunity...

The College of Communications and Information Sciences will host Media Day today to emphasize different career opportunities for students in the college.The annual event, previously entitled “J-Day,”...

In Tuscaloosa, over 1,000 dogs are euthanized every year due to overpopulation. In an effort to change the statistics, The Canine Compassion Fund Inc., a nonprofit organization in Tuscaloosa aiming to...

Best Buddies, an organization on campus in which students interact one-on-one with people who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, is hosting its first talent show event on Sunday.This organization,...

With the growing epidemic of cardiovascular disease in America, Dr. Edward Geno presented a lecture entitled, “Cholesterol” about ways to reduce risks of high cholesterol and potential cardiovascular...

Because every person is faced with varying degrees of adversity in life, Margaret A. Purcell, director of Resiliency and Student Success Partnerships in the Capstone Center Student for Success, presented...

Dr. Mary Ann Kelley will give a lecture on the new developments of science relating to breast cancer on Tuesday entitled, “Breast Cancer Awareness and Survival: A Personal Journey through Research.”The...

The search for a new inclusivity leadership position at the University continues. The search firm, the Desir Group, began its work in the Fall 2016, in which the selected 15-member search committee has...

As The University of Alabama works to fundraise for the American Heart Association and its Heart Walk on March 25, the College of Communications and Information Sciences is getting involved by forming...

The College of Communications and Information Sciences underwent changes in Fall 2016 when the process of merging its journalism and telecommunication and film departments began.The college decided the...

Well-known Cuban news anchor and political commentator Cristina Escobar will give a lecture to the University on Wednesday afternoon about Cuba’s current journalism condition and its progression due...

In a continuation of the center for prevention of youth behavior problems invited speaker series, speaker Jonathan Comer, associate professor and director of the Mental Health Interventions and Technology...

When domestic violence encompasses both physical and verbal abuse, victims can encounter any combination of violence ranging from belittling, insulting and shaming to hitting, kicking and weapon use....

In recognition of this week’s Alcohol Awareness Week, the Office of Student Conduct is hosting an Awareness Matters Walk for students to come together in the fight against alcohol and substance abuse.Who:...

The U.S. National Park Service is celebrating its seventh annual National Fossil Day this week. The day is intended to promote a general awareness of fossils and create a stronger recognition of their...

Following the groundbreaking criminal trial People of California v. Brock Allen Turner, sexual assault has become an even larger hot-button issue on college campuses nation-wide. Turner, a swimmer at Stanford...

Eliminating certain foods and drinks from her diet, counting carbs at every meal, monitoring blood sugar and giving herself shots of insulin multiple times are the day’s demands for Alicia Traylor, a...

Who: All members of the community including but not limited to UA students and faculty are welcome to come read new or in progress work.What: As a continuation of Pure Products Reading and Lecture Series,...

After a three-year-long controversy surrounding Cason Kirby’s election to the District 4 seat on the Tuscaloosa Board of Education, the case filed against him in Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court was dismissed...

Following the controversial 2013 Tuscaloosa City Board of Education election, a trial is set to begin in Tuscaloosa Circuit Court on Sept. 27. The voters who cast illegal ballots during the 2013 election...

Among the approximate 20 law enforcement officers present in Reese Phifer on Tuesday from the Tuscaloosa Police Department, Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office and University of Alabama Police Department,...

Darrin J. Griffin, assistant professor of Communications Studies and faculty advisor to the group Deaf Hands Speak, and Erin Powell, an interpreter who is teaching an American Sign Language class in the...

Whether it’s teaching, researching or studying that inspires a student, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program allows American undergraduates and graduates to plunge into a new culture to do what they love...

The University of Alabama’s fall semester is now in full swing, and so, too are the crimes reported to the University’s Police Department. There have been several thefts of property on campus since...

With an umbrella in her mouth and the pouring rain pelting her entire body, Maggie Rickstad climbed a little metal scaffolding and shimmied across some bars. With a long drop below her, she had to jump.Rickstad,...

In order to account for the growing student population, The University of Alabama opened its new class building, North Lawn Hall, to students on the first day of the fall semester, Aug.1. Located on Hackberry...