Tag: University of Alabama
UA alumni group receives record gift
The estate of Bill Decas has given $8 million to the University of Alabama’s National Alumni Association, the largest single gift the NAA has received.
Alabama researchers discover ways to extend battery life
University of Alabama researchers look at ways to continue using EV batteries long after they stop powering vehicles.
UA breaks ground on performing arts center
A new performing arts center, thanks to a $20Â million gift from the family of Adtran co-founder Mark Smith, has broken ground in Tuscaloosa
Spotlight on Tuscaloosa County: Higher Education
Three institutions of higher learning provide certificate and degree options for area residents, including Shelton State Community College.
Alabama head football coach Nick Saban has a process that works in the business...
Alabama's head football coach has a process that works in the business world as well as on the field.
Business just might be getting better, executives say
The state’s business leaders expect the economy to do no worse than it has been and maybe even improve, according to the quarterly Alabama Business Confidence Index
Alabama colleges commit to entrepreneurship programs
Entrepreneurs in residence, on-campus business accelerators and more support startup businesses at Alabama colleges.
Saban Center partners with industry and the University of Alabama
Alabama Power Foundation, Coca-Cola, Mercedes, Parker Towing and the University of Alabama join in support of the STEM campus.
Deshe family gift launches UA business building renovation
A $2 million gift from University of Alabama alumnus Ari Deshe and his wife, Ann, will kick off a $4 million fundraising campaign to renovate Mary Hewell Alston Hall
UA crowdsourcing site brings in big money donations
The University of Alabama's annual Bama Blitz took in $6.2 million from 1,329 gifts in 2022.