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November 03, 2017
McComiskey explores the future of rhetoric in a post-truth world
The loss of logos — patterns of reasoning — in modern discourse inspired English Professor Bruce McComiskey, Ph.D., to write his new book, “Post-Truth Rhetoric and Composition,” from Utah State University Press.
November 02, 2017
Designs by UAB professor in demand around the world
Works by artist Erin Wright, MFA, which touch on topics from democracy to organ donation, are making a global impact.
October 19, 2017
Graduate student continues breast cancer research with new grant
UAB graduate student Kendra Royston has been named a trainee to the Susan G. Komen Graduate Training in Disparities Research Grant.
October 17, 2017
Read the Fall 2017 issue of Arts & Sciences Magazine
Read about what happened last semester and what we're looking forward to in the Fall in the latest issue of Arts & Sciences Magazine.
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Amy Bonka, a Ph.D. biology student, has recently received a National Geographic Early Career Grant.
September 20, 2017
Physics assistant professor selected for award focused on developing the next generation of scientists
The National Science Foundation will provide 30 non-tenured researchers, including assistant professor Cheng-Chien Chen, Ph.D., with fellowships that put them in partnership with other premier research centers, enhancing their ability to work at the frontiers of science and engineering.
September 20, 2017
UAB alumna to be featured in Grand Central Station projection
For a few days in September, General Electric will use the ceiling of New York City’s Grand Central Station as a canvas to showcase the impressive accomplishments of women in scientific fields. Among them is Hadiyah-Nicole Green, Ph.D., a UAB alumna who graduated with a master’s degree in physics in 2009 and a doctorate in physics in 2012.
September 19, 2017
UAB breaks ground on new Arts and Sciences Building
University of Alabama at Birmingham leaders broke ground on a new 160,000-square-foot Arts and Sciences Building today that is expected to open fall 2019. The new $39.5 million project is located on the corner of 10th Avenue South and 14th Street South.
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September 19, 2017
UAB leads $20 million statewide grant to improve understanding of plasma processes and interactions
A five-year, $20 million award from the National Science Foundation will help universities across Alabama, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham, collaborate to better understand interactions of a key matter that could translate into the development of new technologies in areas ranging from food safety and aerospace to medicine.
Renato Camata, Ph.D., associate professor and undergraduate program director in the Department of Physics, has been named as a recipient of a 2017 UAB Outstanding Academic Advising Award.
Students also received 20 Medallion Awards, the highest award given by the Public Relations Council of Alabama, 12 Awards of Excellence and six Awards of Merit.
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After graduation, Haley Callahan will pursue her master’s degree in counseling from Northwestern University.
April 25, 2017
Graduating Art Senior Samantha Richardson’s Skills Land Awards, Start in Agency Career
During her undergraduate experience at UAB, her creative design research focused on building awareness about underprivileged communities in the city. She works with Cayenne Creative.
April 19, 2017
Graduating Theatre UAB senior Russell Alexander II of Selma selected to Atlanta’s Aurora Theatre Company
Russell Alexander II will graduate April 29 and begin work with a professional acting company, after performing with Theatre UAB and garnering a national award from the Kennedy Center.
The awardees will be honored at a luncheon Friday, June 23, at the UAB National Alumni Society House.
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April 18, 2017
UAB Department of Art and Art History Students Present Community-focused Projects Based in the Arts
The winning entries will be displayed in the Global Eye Exhibition, which opens Friday, April 21, in the new UAB INTO space located in the Sterne Library.
The highly-selective program provides fully-paid summer research opportunities for students at some of the country's premier institutions.
April 07, 2017
Lay of the Language
Mapping Birmingham's linguistic landscape
The Department of Art and Art History’s BFA exhibition is a highlight of students’ BFA undergraduate career. A free opening reception is set for 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 28.
Sean Murray will begin his role leading the UAB Marching Blazers in May. He comes to UAB from Florida Atlantic University.
