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'Forrest Gump' author returns to UA, compares writing to football

‘Forrest Gump’ author returns to UA, compares writing to football

Judah Martin October 29, 2012

"Forrest Gump" author Winston Groom's life of writing has proven to be very much like a box of chocolates him, though he pointed out that phrase is actually only from the movie adaptation of the book....

Female makes commander for 1st time in UA history

Female makes commander for 1st time in UA history

Mazie Bryant October 28, 2012

It’s 6 a.m., and they’ve already been running for 15 minutes. Sprint for 30 seconds, rest for 60 seconds, repeat 20 times. Abdominal exercises, push-ups, sit-ups, pull-ups. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday...

Crimson Tide flexes muscles against MSU, proves to be in league of its own

Crimson Tide flexes muscles against MSU, proves to be in league of its own

Zachary Al-Khateeb October 28, 2012

If you were to ask any random college football fan on the street what conference the Alabama Crimson Tide played in, you’d probably get the answer of “the Southeastern Conference.” And, while that’s...

Homecoming keeps it timeless

Homecoming keeps it timeless

Adrienne Burch October 25, 2012

On a late October afternoon 62 years ago, Janice Garrison stood on the sideline in Bryant-Denny Stadium watching the Mississippi State University Famous Maroon Band perform as she waited to be crowned...

Bailey sets strong example for first generation

Bailey sets strong example for first generation

Jordan Cissell October 24, 2012

First generation college students at The University of Alabama may not know it, but they have friends in high places. All the way at the top, in fact. University President Guy Bailey, who completed his...

Black students encouraged to vote

Black students encouraged to vote

Mazie Bryant October 24, 2012

A voting rally was held on The University of Alabama campus on Oct. 23 to promote the education and involvement of young voters in the state and around the nation. Both UA chapters of the Future Black...

University employs over 1,300 Gameday workers

University employs over 1,300 Gameday workers

Colby Leopard October 24, 2012

While students and fans are enjoying the festivities that come with a home football game in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama is hard at work behind the scenes to ensure the safety and pleasure for...

Revoked section near end zones now open for general admission

Revoked section near end zones now open for general admission

Chandler Wright October 23, 2012

Both Pi Kappa Alpha and Delta Tau Delta lost their block seating in the wake of last week’s suspension of IFC pledgeship, according to a press release received by The Crimson White on Thursday. Mark...

Jesse Williams clears the way for Tide offense

Jesse Williams clears the way for Tide offense

Billy Whyte October 23, 2012

Senior defensive lineman Jesse Williams has grabbed headlines this season, anchoring the defensive line for the Alabama defense just a year removed from playing defensive end. But while his play at nose...

Alabama basketball team returns to practice

Alabama basketball team returns to practice

Marc Torrence October 23, 2012

Alabama basketball began practice last week, preparing for another run at the NCAA Tournament after making it for the first time in six years last season. “We’ve been able to get at least part of...

UA Trombone Studio plans performances on campus, at national level

UA Trombone Studio plans performances on campus, at national level

Taylor Veazey October 22, 2012

The UA Trombone Studio has big plans for the upcoming year, from performing on campus to competing for the first time at a national level. You may have seen this talented group around campus before. They...

Caffeine best in coffee, tea rather than sugary drinks

Caffeine best in coffee, tea rather than sugary drinks

Abbey Crain October 22, 2012

College level exams and papers require hours of study, research and writing, and with recent midterms many University of Alabama students say they are having to pull all-nighters. These are almost always...