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- Posted 11.16.21
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Rhonda Wooley’s plans, had the Covid-19 pandemic not delayed them, were to take the University of West Alabama’s theatre students on a tour of high schools and community colleges -- a traveling showcase of musical and theatrical talent.
![Dr. Ashley Dumas at archaeological site](https://www.uwa.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dumas-Archaeological-Dig-Site-web.jpg)
- Posted 10.25.21
- 7 minute read time
Generations of archaeologists have long sought the historical Holy Grail of the Battle of Mabila, the Alabama site where Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto defeated Chief Tuskaloosa and his Native American warriors in 1540.
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- Posted 11.11.19
- 4 minute read time
The University of West Alabama launched its revitalized music major this fall, bringing opportunities for students with a broad range of music interests to prepare for occupations and activities. The new program is gaining popularity among students as well as community members like Charlie and Linda Muñoz, who have shown their support with a digital grand piano for performances on campus.
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- Posted 04.25.19
- 2 minute read time
Dr. Valerie Pope Burnes, associate professor of history at UWA, will preside over the 72nd Annual Meeting of the Alabama Historical Association when it convenes in Tuscaloosa from April 25-27. Burnes was elected president of the Association in April 2018, and will finish out her term as president at the Tuscaloosa meeting.