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UWA partners with Southern Regional Technical College to enhance opportunities in environmental science and conservation education

The University of West Alabama (UWA) and Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create a streamlined transfer pathway for students pursuing careers in environmental science and conservation.

Natural Sciences & Mathematics Students

UWA to recognize nearly 1,000 graduates on Dec. 14

The University of West Alabama will honor a record number of nearly 1,000 graduates during fall commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 14. The undergraduate ceremony begins at 10 a.m. in Pruitt Gymnasium on the UWA campus. The graduate ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m., also at Pruitt Gymnasium. Presidential Receptions will be held prior to each ceremony and are open to all graduates and their guests at 8 a.m. and noon in the Bell Conference Center.

Academics Students

Four UWA faculty and staff awarded for service

The University of West Alabama presented four prestigious awards to members of its faculty and staff during the Dec. 2 Board of Trustees quarterly meeting at Bell Conference Center. The Loraine McIlwain Bell Trustee Awards and the Nellie Rose McCrory Service Excellence Award were presented to distinguished employees.

Faculty/Staff

Muñoz family supports revitalized music program at UWA with piano gift

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.

College of Liberal Arts Community

UWA recognized as one of Alabama’s top universities

The University of West Alabama has just been ranked among the top colleges and universities in the state for 2020 in a nationwide ranking. UWA is ranked at number two, second only to the University of Alabama.

Academics Faculty/Staff Students

ABET accredits two UWA Business & Technology programs

Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance recognized for offering top quality educational opportunities

Academics Engineering Technology

Ma’Kiyah Hall crowned UWA’s 2019 Homecoming Queen

During Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Oct. 12, the University of West Alabama announced its 2019 Homecoming Queen. Ma’Kiyah Hall and the Homecoming Queen’s court were nominated and elected by the UWA student body as the leading ladies of the week.

Students

Tutwiler Library hosting Dr. G. Ward Hubbs Oct. 27

Featured Read Alabama 200 author for Alabama’s bicentennial celebration Dr. G. Ward Hubbs will visit UWA’s Julia Tutwiler Library for a reading and book signing

Community

UWA establishes School of Health Sciences and Human Performance

New school will focus on health-related career paths including clinical service as well as medical sales, advocacy, equipment, wellness and more

Academics Natural Sciences & Mathematics Students

UWA awarded $2.5 million U.S. Dept. of Labor & Delta Regional Authority grant

The University of West Alabama has been awarded a $2.5 million grant by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Delta Regional Authority to expand the impact of workforce development efforts through the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities initiative. UWA is one of only eight organizations in the five states across the Delta region to receive the award.