Recent News
- Posted 05.21.25
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Sumter Social, a podcast dedicated to sharing the rich stories and culture of Sumter County, Alabama, and the broader Black Belt region, debuted in April.
News
- Posted 06.10.20
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The University of West Alabama’s proposal to freeze tuition for the coming year has been approved by its board of trustees. The decision comes as part of the board’s approval of the school’s operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Posted 05.26.20
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The University of West Alabama (UWA) is the first university in the state to be recognized by the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship as a Sponsor for Registered Apprenticeship programs according to a joint announcement from UWA and the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship along with employer partner, Alabama Pellets and Pinnacle Renewable Energy.
- Posted 05.21.20
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The University of West Alabama has announced nearly 700 outstanding undergraduate students named to the President’s List and the Dean’s List for the Spring 2020 academic semester.
- Posted 05.20.20
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The University of West Alabama is extending a helping hand to high school students preparing to take the ACT soon through a series of online help sessions that will be offered at no cost to the student. Three sessions are scheduled already, and more support resources will continue to be added.
- Posted 05.20.20
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Two of the University of West Alabama’s annual writing competitions were held online in April, providing scholarships for high school and transfer students to attend UWA. The Kelly Land Essay Scholarship competition provides a total of $2,500 in scholarships, and the James P. Pate Scholarship competition provides $1,500 in scholarships.
- Posted 05.05.20
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Most of the daily life on campus came to a screeching halt in March in response to COVID-19, and plans are underway for a phased return for employees and fall return for students.
- Posted 05.01.20
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The University of West Alabama announced on April 3 that all of the university’s summer courses would be offered online in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a season that has brought unprecedented changes and challenges, a growing number of students say they look forward to taking advantage of the opportunity, and the University is working to ensure that students stay on track in their academic programs and career goals.
- Posted 04.28.20
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Dr. Tucker shares thoughts and sentiments with students, faculty, and staff regarding the coronavirus pandemic and how it has impacted the campus in Livingston, Alabama.
- Posted 04.21.20
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A new COVID-19 testing site has been established to serve Sumter County and surrounding communities. The testing site began operations Thursday, April 16, reportedly screening more than 100 and testing 27 who met necessary requirements for receiving the test.