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- Posted 05.30.25
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- Posted 02.17.25
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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.
- Posted 02.13.25
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Two new inductees, Justice Helen Shores Lee and former Secretary of State Agnes Baggett, will be honored at The Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame at a ceremony on March 6 at 11:00 a.m. in the University of West Alabama’s Bridges Auditorium.
- Posted 02.10.25
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The University of West Alabama and the National Alumni Association recognized the accomplishments of 12 outstanding alumni at its annual awards ceremony, held Jan. 30 in the Bell Conference Center on UWA's campus, in conjunction with with the Society of the Golden Key Induction Ceremony.
- Posted 02.06.25
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Three distinguished individuals, including a community college president, a member of the UWA Athletic Hall of Fame, and a former dean and researcher, were inducted into the University of West Alabama’s Society of the Golden Key during a ceremony at the Bell Conference Center, Thursday, Jan. 30.
- Posted 01.30.25
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The University of West Alabama (UWA) recently awarded the Honorable Senator Gerald Dial an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters in recognition of his outstanding contributions to public service and his lasting impact on the state of Alabama.
- Posted 01.29.25
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An innovative telehealth solution providing patients with the same services they would expect in a traditional doctor’s office recently opened in Gainesville, Alabama.
- Posted 01.28.25
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Every day at the University of West Alabama, Will Atkinson's passion for connecting with students drives him to do what he loves most—make a difference in their lives.
- Posted 12.23.24
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The last day of the year 2024 will mark the end of a chapter for the University of West Alabama, and it will mark the end of an era for outgoing President Ken Tucker. Having led the University for the past 10 years, Tucker will be retired on January 1, 2025, leaving a legacy of unprecedented growth and development.
- Posted 12.17.24
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The University of West Alabama honored retiring president Dr. Ken Tucker during commencement exercises on December 13, naming him President Emeritus upon his forthcoming retirement at the end of the year. Tucker is the first in the institution’s history to be recognized as president emeritus.