University of Alabama System Chancellor Finis St. John IV to Lead Shelby Institute for Policy and Leadership
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – University of Alabama System Chancellor Finis “Fess” St. John IV will transition from his current role to serve as the inaugural executive director of the Shelby Institute for Policy and Leadership at The University of Alabama, beginning April 1, 2024. “It has been a tremendous honor to serve the University of Alabama […]
Trustee Karen Brooks honored as 2024 Woman of Impact
The University of Alabama System congratulates Trustee Karen Brooks for her selection as an honoree in YHN Media Group LLC’s 6th Annual Women of Impact Awards. The award celebrates the professional and personal achievements of 20 influential Alabama women who have made a distinguished impact in business, government and nonprofit sectors. Trustee Brooks is well-deserving […]
The University of Alabama System announces new leadership in Office of External Affairs
The University of Alabama System has named new leadership in the Office of External Affairs. Charlie Taylor has been named Vice Chancellor for External Affairs and is responsible for all state and federal governmental affairs for UA System institutions – The University of Alabama (UA), The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), The University of […]
University of Alabama System Board of Trustees Elects Steve Roy as New Member
The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees unanimously elected J. Steven Roy to represent the Third Congressional District during its meeting on November 3, 2023. Roy’s election completes the 16-member Board, which is comprised of 15 representatives from each of Alabama’s Congressional Districts and the Governor, who is the President ex-officio. The trustees serve […]
UA System launches immersive, Washington, D.C.-based summer internship program
Capitol Scholars Program provides merit-based opportunities for UA System students to intern in the nation’s capital TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama System is launching a new Washington, D.C.-based student internship program, known as Capitol Scholars, designed to provide exceptional UA System students with merit-based opportunities to work in the nation’s capital. Capitol Scholars […]
UA System Board of Trustees elects Scott Phelps as new President Pro Tempore
The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees elected Scott Phelps of Tuscaloosa as its new President pro tempore during its annual meeting in Tuscaloosa on September 1. Phelps has represented Alabama’s 4th Congressional District on the Board of Trustees since 2015. Prior to his election as President pro tem, he served as Chair of […]
University of Alabama System campuses will not increase tuition for Alabama residents in 2023-2024 academic year
For Immediate Release UA System Board of Trustees resumes tuition freeze for in-state students as a result of careful fiscal management and the UA System’s commitment to accessible education TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees will not increase tuition for Alabama residents for the 2023-2024 academic year at any of […]
UA System Board of Trustees Mourns the Loss of Trustee James Wilson III
The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees is heartbroken by the loss of Trustee James Wilson III, who passed on March 11, 2023, after bravely fighting a sudden illness. We all benefitted from Jim’s strong leadership, savvy business acumen, and relentless passion for the University of Alabama System. Jim, a proud graduate of The […]
University of Alabama System Board of Trustees Elects Jeff Gronberg as New Member
At its meeting on September 16, 2022, the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees unanimously elected Jeff Gronberg to represent the Fifth Congressional District. The UA System Board of Trustees ensures the effective leadership, management and governance of the University of Alabama System, which includes three doctoral research universities and a world-class health system. […]
UA Awarded $360 Million to Lead National Water Effort
“The addition of the Cooperative Institute to The University of Alabama’s campus bolsters UA’s position at the epicenter of water research and operations,” said UA System Chancellor Finis St. John. “The opportunity to earn this competitive grant and lead the nation in this transformative work providing exceptional educational opportunities for our students would not be […]