Community News
- Posted 09.08.26
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The University of West Alabama has announced the schedule for its annual Homecoming celebration, with events for alumni scheduled Oct.1-3.
- Posted 08.31.26
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The University of West Alabama community and public are invited to attend William Bartram and Alabama: A Traveling Exhibit. On display at the Julia Tutwiler Library throughout the month of September, the exhibit explores the life, travels and discoveries of one of America鈥檚 most influential early naturalist-artists.
- Posted 08.27.26
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In observance of the day, the University of West Alabama is encouraging students, alumni, faculty, staff and members of the Livingston community to wear red and white and show their UWA pride.
UWA will host a College Colors Day photo set in front of the Young Hall Cafeteria from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 4. Everyone wearing UWA red and white is invited to participate.
- Posted 08.18.26
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The University of West Alabama conferred honorary doctorates upon Alabama Rep. Artis J. "A.J." McCampbell and Sen. Bobby D. Singleton during summer commencement exercises on August 14. Each received the Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, in recognition of distinguished public service, commitment to educational opportunity, and leadership on behalf of the people and communities of Alabama's Black Belt.
- Posted 08.10.26
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The University of West Alabama will welcome the inaugural class of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS) to the UWA campus beginning August 11.
- Posted 08.05.26
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Outdoor industry leader, storyteller, and conservation advocate Ronnie 鈥淐uz鈥� Strickland will headline the University of West Alabama鈥檚 first Outdoor Heritage Banquet Saturday, Aug. 29, at 5:30 p.m. in Hughes Gymnasium.
- Posted 07.16.26
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The University of West Alabama hosted Alabama Power鈥檚 Safe-T-Zone program on July 16 to provide high-voltage electricity safety training for approximately 75 first responders in the Black Belt Region.
- Posted 07.15.26
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A new economic impact study shows the University of West Alabama generates $448.4 million in annual economic activity across the state, supporting businesses, communities, and workforce development throughout Alabama.
- Posted 07.02.26
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The University of West Alabama has announced a partnership with YMCA of Tuscaloosa aimed at expanding wellness, fitness, and recreation opportunities while providing additional resources to both the campus and surrounding community.