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BFW allows UA students to gain experience, showcase talent

Abbey Crain March 4, 2013

“I don’t necessarily think there needs to be this one metropolis that defines what fashion is,” said Joshua McKinley, designer from “Project Runway” Season 9 and featured designer at Birmingham...

For one freshman, concerts a ‘learning experience’

Abbey Crain March 4, 2013

Molly Deaver, a freshman majoring in international studies, lost track of how many concerts she’s been to, but estimates around 80. Thankfully for her wallet, her rock-obsessed mother funds her hobby...

Ferg Post Office to undergo new management in July

Ashanka Kumari March 4, 2013

Beginning July 1, the Ferguson Center Post Office will be managed by the UA Campus Mail department, Tony Johnson, executive director of logistics and support services, said. The current post office...

Crimson Tide weight room gets $9 million makeover

Crimson Tide weight room gets $9 million makeover

Marc Torrence February 28, 2013

University of Alabama strength and conditioning coach Scott Cochran led reporters on a tour of Alabama’s new $9 million, 37,000 square foot weight room Wednesday. The new facility features state-of-the-art...

Quidditch games to move away from Quad, to spring

Quidditch games to move away from Quad, to spring

Ashanka Kumari February 28, 2013

The University of Alabama’s “Quidditch on the Quad” tournament made headlines over the last two years. This spring, Quidditch will return to the Capstone, but will no longer be on the Quad. John...

The University of Alabama maintains more than 130 blue safety phones around campus

The University of Alabama maintains more than 130 blue safety phones around campus

CW Staff February 27, 2013

By John Burleson and Rich Robinson Although emergency blue phones still dot The University of Alabama campus, some schools in the Southeastern Conference are debating whether these emergency devices are...

Alabama trounces Auburn in Coleman Colesium

Charlie Potter February 27, 2013

The Alabama men’s basketball team redeemed its last meeting with its in-state rival as the Crimson Tide defeated the Auburn Tigers 61-43 on Tuesday at Coleman Coliseum. The Crimson Tide (19-9, 11-4...

Arrests spark discourse: students meet to plan protest

Arrests spark discourse: students meet to plan protest

CW Staff February 26, 2013

By Adrienne Burch and Madison Roberts Despite reports that a UAPD officer removed signs from Palmer Hall advertising a meeting of the Alabama Chapter of Students for Sensible Drug Policy Monday afternoon,...

Union, Confederate documents held in Hoole Library

Union, Confederate documents held in Hoole Library

Deanne Winslett February 26, 2013

From its beginning in 1948, the W. S. Hoole Special Collections Library has been home to thousands of books, manuscripts photos and more, dating back as far as the 15th century. Many other collections,...

Reading into the numbers: UA touts percentage of black faculty; overall diversity lower

CW Staff February 25, 2013

By Ashanka Kumari and Stephen N. Dethrage To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the integration of The University of Alabama, the University created Through the Doors, a website that catalogues the past...

1st Burger U restaurant opens near UA campus

1st Burger U restaurant opens near UA campus

Abbey Crain February 25, 2013

Burger U, located on 7th Avenue, opened its doors to the public Tuesday, Feb. 19, complete with American classics and a creole-inspired flair. Owner Dan Robinson has been in the restaurant business...

Sunday win keeps undefeated season alive

Sunday win keeps undefeated season alive

Bryan Bergman February 25, 2013

The Crimson Tide softball team continued its undefeated season Sunday with a 6-1 victory over the Winthrop Eagles. The win wraps up the Easton Bama Bash, during which the Tide went 5-0, extending its winning...