The University of Alabama
11/25/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/25/2024 08:04
UA Preview — Nov. 25-Dec. 1, 2024
NOTE: Classes will not be in session the week of Nov. 25. UA will suspend normal business operations Nov. 28-29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Some faculty and staff members may be slow to respond to an inquiry.
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UA-Led Community Choir Presents Inaugural Show Dec. 3
The Druid City Chorus is a new ensemble open to all community members, including students, faculty and staff of UA, Shelton State Community College and Stillman College, and citizens of West Alabama. The choir will host its first concert on Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Moody Music Building. The show is free to the public. Media are invited to attend the final dress rehearsal on Dec. 2 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Moody Music Building, Room 1000.
Why This Matters: The chorus unites the community by bringing together more than 90 singers of different ages, backgrounds and affiliations. The choir also gives community members the opportunity to be a part of a performing vocal ensemble.
For more information, contact Dr. Morgan Luttig, DCC's director, at [email protected]
Beat Auburn Beat Hunger Concludes
University of Alabama students raised 431,120 pounds of food during the annual Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive providing meals to West Alabamians struggling with food insecurity.
Why This Matters: Donations will go to purchasing secret meals for children, supplemental senior boxes and the 93 agencies that the food bank supports in West Alabama.
Bringing Awareness to Veteran Suicides
Members of The University of Alabama's Campus Veterans Association will march alongside Auburn University's Student Veterans Association in the annual Operation Iron Ruck that will begin outside of Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn Nov. 27 and end in Tuscaloosa Nov. 30.
Why This Matters: The annual event brings together student veterans and supporters of both universities to raise awareness of veteran suicides.
UA senior Kate Herndon, of Newburyport, Massachusetts, is among 32 in the nation to receive the Rhodes Scholarship.
Why This Matters: The Rhodes Scholarship is the most prestigious academic award for American college graduates and the oldest award for international study.
Study Finds Many Alabamians with Poor Sleep Health
A recent study conducted by UA's Dr. Adam Knowlden found that many Alabamians are falling short of the recommended amount of sleep, with more than half of study participants meeting the clinical threshold for obstructive sleep apnea.
Why This Matters: "Alabama's high rate of short sleep is consistent with other states in the southeast and Appalachian region, areas that also experience high levels of chronic health conditions, such as diabetes and hypertension, which are often linked to poor sleep health," said Knowlden.
For more information, contact Knowlden at [email protected].
U.S. Army Maj. Kimberly A. Smith is the recipient of the 2024 University of Alabama Online Legendary Service Award.
Why This Matters: Smith is recognized for her exceptional 14 years of service and leadership as an active-duty aviator in the U.S. Army. A brigade operations officer pursuing her master's degree in aerospace engineering and mechanics through UA Online, Smith is a dynamic force in the skies, classroom and her community helping the disadvantaged.
For more information, contact Frank Farrar at [email protected].
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