UA System’s Commitment to Academic Excellence

As discussions around higher education continue nationally, the University of Alabama System — including The University of Alabama, The University of Alabama at Birmingham, and The University of Alabama in Huntsville — reaffirms its unwavering dedication to academic and research excellence, accountability and public service. Higher education is essential to the prosperity of our state and nation, and we take seriously our great responsibility to fulfill our universities’ educational, research and service missions. The UA System remains focused on providing accessible and high-quality education, preparing students for success, advancing research and innovation, fostering free speech and civil discourse, meeting workforce needs and remaining accountable for the resources entrusted to us. These longstanding commitments will continue to guide the UA System and our institutions.