Wilson Providing ‘Elevated Experience’ for Huxford Symphony
- December 4th, 2023
For Anthony DiMauro, a guide for how to be “great” is just a short walk down the hall. Ransom Wilson, the Camilla Huxford Endowed Chair in Orchestral Studies, conducts the Huxford Symphony at UA and is both a teacher and mentor to DiMauro.
Design, Retail Fashion Programs Settling into Drummond Lyon Hall
- November 22nd, 2023
The recent opening of Drummond Lyon Hall, a 25,000-square-foot facility for apparel design and fashion retail programs, provides a distinctive learning experience in a state-of-the-art environment.
VIDEO: Campus Celebrates Groundbreaking for Smith Family Center
- October 25th, 2023
Hear from President Stuart R. Bell and Clay Smith, whose family made the lead gift for the center, during the groundbreaking for the Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts.
UA ‘Sets Stage’ with Smith Family Center groundbreaking
- October 20th, 2023
The cutting-edge Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts will meet the performance, design and production needs of the theatre and dance department that has more than doubled its enrollment over the last 20 years.
Deshe Family Cuts Ribbon on New Alston Facilities
- October 20th, 2023
- October 20th, 2023
Among those returning to the Capstone for the 2023 Homecoming Weekend was the Deshe family, whose significant gifts in 2022 kicked off the $4 million fundraising campaign to renovate Mary Hewell Alston Hall.
VIDEO: UA celebrates the opening of Drummond Lyon Hall
- September 11th, 2023
Thanks to more than $4 million in charitable gifts, including a lead gift from 1986 alumna Terri Drummond Lyon, apparel design and fashion retail students in the University of Alabama College of Human Environmental Sciences have a new, spacious and modern facility.
UA Honors College Launches James C. Kennemer Center for Innovation and Social Impact
- March 20th, 2023
A newly created center within The University of Alabama Honors College will promote active learning experiences and research opportunities for UA students thanks to a generous gift from UA alumnus James “Jim” Kennemer.
Deshe Family Launches Campaign to Renovate Alston Hall
- November 16th, 2022
A $2 million commitment from alumnus Ari Deshe and his wife, Ann, kicks off The University of Alabama’s $4 million fundraising campaign to renovate Mary Hewell Alston Hall, home of the Culverhouse College of Business.
UA Celebrates Historic Fundraising Year
- October 13th, 2022
The University of Alabama set a fundraising record for the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, raising almost $226 million in charitable gifts and pledges from nearly 60,000 donors.
Alabama Power Grant Expands Black Belt STEM Program
- May 9th, 2022
More students in Alabama’s Black Belt will have the opportunity to learn about science, technology, engineering and mathematics careers, thanks to a grant from the Alabama Power Foundation that is helping a UA professor to expand a unique outreach program.
Fifth Annual Bama Blitz Raises $6.1 Million
- April 22nd, 2022
The University of Alabama raised more funds than ever during its annual giving days, Bama Blitz. Alumni and supporters contributed 1,329 gifts totaling more than $6.1 million during the crowdfunded, social-media-driven campaign, surpassing a previous record of $3.6 million.
Smith Family Gift Pushes The Rising Tide Over $1 Billion
- February 25th, 2022
The Performing Arts Academic Center will be named the Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts, pending approval by the UA System Board of Trustees.
UA to Construct Cutting-Edge Facility for Fashion and Design
- February 7th, 2022
A new building coming to The University of Alabama campus will provide space to conserve and celebrate fashion history and groom fashion trendsetters of the future.
Fayard Gift to Transform Literacy Education, Support Scholarship
- November 16th, 2021
Gary and Nancy Fayard expect their most recent commitment to The University of Alabama College of Education and Culverhouse College of Business will create a lasting impact on students as they navigate their lifetime of learning.
UA Adapted Athletics Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting for Parker-Haun Tennis Facility
- October 1st, 2021
University of Alabama Adapted Athletics officially opened the Parker-Haun Tennis Facility, the only collegiate tennis facility in the nation for adapted student-athletes, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 1.
UA Launches $1.5 Billion Capital Campaign
- September 10th, 2021
The University of Alabama launched the largest fundraising campaign in state history to raise a minimum of $1.5 billion in private donations to support all areas of campus — from student scholarships and faculty research to campus facilities and athletics.
UA Culverhouse College of Business Cuts Ribbon for Hewson Hall
- September 9th, 2021
The University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Business officially opened the doors to its latest building during a ribbon cutting ceremony Sept. 9.
Late Steve Williams Makes Substantial Gift to Enhance the A.S. Williams III Americana Collection at Gorgas Library
- July 14th, 2021
The A.S. Williams III Americana Collection, consisting of thousands of primary source materials on Southern and early U.S. history, recently grew by more than 2,500 titles valued at more than $1.3 million, thanks to a gift of additional materials from the collection’s namesake, A.S. (“Steve”) Williams III, a 1958 graduate of The University of Alabama.
Fourth Annual Bama Blitz Sets Record Raising $3.6 Million
- April 16th, 2021
The University of Alabama secured a record number of gifts and raised more funds than ever during its annual week of giving, Bama Blitz. Supporters contributed 2,131 gifts totaling more than $3.6 million during the crowdfunded, social-media-driven campaign, surpassing previous records of 1,826 gifts and $2.5 million.
New Tennis Facility to Boost UA’s Acclaimed Adapted Athletics Program
- March 1st, 2021
Thanks to the generosity of the Parker and Haun families of Tuscaloosa, along with several other donors, The University of Alabama’s wheelchair tennis team and University Recreation will soon benefit from a new facility.
UA, Protective Life Partner to Assist Underrepresented Students
- December 18th, 2020
The University of Alabama is launching an initiative with support from Protective Life Corporation to help underrepresented students get a head start on finding their potential path to a business college experience.
Year End Charitable Giving
- December 7th, 2020
As you consider your charitable giving prior to the end of the year, remember that gifts made now could generate income tax deductions that may help reduce your tax bill for 2020. Here’s how to complete your 2020 gift to The University of Alabama by year-end.
UA Sets Fundraising Record in 2019-20 Fiscal Year
- October 27th, 2020
Thanks to the incredible generosity of its donors, The University of Alabama saw the highest fundraising year to-date during fiscal 2019–20, which included charitable gifts and pledges in excess of $222 million from nearly 60,000 donors.
Birmingham Couple Makes Transformational Gift to UA
- February 4th, 2020
A $20 million comprehensive gift from C.T. and Kelley Fitzpatrick will significantly enhance the Culverhouse College of Business and intercollegiate athletics at The University of Alabama.
Hewson Hall Campaign Highlights Successful Fundraising Year
- October 29th, 2019
Thanks to the generosity of a record-setting 63,277 donors, The University of Alabama raised $202.7 million during the recently concluded fiscal year, which ended Sept. 30.
Get Ready to Say #ThanksandRollTide
- October 7th, 2019
On Oct 10, The University of Alabama will host its inaugural Thank A Donor Day to celebrate the generosity of UA’s donors. The event allows students the opportunity to say #ThanksandRollTide through various communication platforms.
UA’s C&IS Receives $10 Million Gift from Holle Family Foundation
- September 18th, 2019
A $10 million gift commitment from the Holle Family Foundation, of Birmingham, will position the College of Communication and Information Sciences at The University of Alabama as a leader in creativity and communication and honor the life of Brig. Gen. Everett Hughes Holle.
More than $25 Million Raised for UA’s Hewson Hall
- September 4th, 2019
The Culverhouse College of Business at The University of Alabama announced today that its goal of raising $30 million to construct Hewson Hall is within sight.
$1.4 Million Grant Establishes Alabama Power Innovation Fund
- May 15th, 2019
The University of Alabama has been awarded a $1.4 million grant from the Alabama Power Foundation to support business innovation, entrepreneurship, small business growth and talent retention in the state.
We Are UA Campaign Generates Increase in Faculty, Staff Giving
- May 2nd, 2019
Thanks to the We Are UA Campaign, the University’s new faculty and staff giving initiative, The University of Alabama saw employee giving to the institution grow from 19% to 29%. The campaign, which was an effort to increase the number of UA faculty and staff that give back to the University, generated more than $1.75 million in gifts and commitments.
Coca-Cola Renews First Generation Program with $1 Million Grant
- April 24th, 2019
The Coca-Cola Foundation is continuing its support for the Coca-Cola First Generation Scholars program at The University of Alabama with a new four-year grant award of $1 million.
Second Annual Bama Blitz Exceeds $2.5 Million
- April 12th, 2019
University of Alabama officials announced a successful second annual Bama Blitz, raising more than $2.5 million in gifts from 1,826 supporters across the country.
UA Holding Second Annual Bama Blitz Online Fundraising Event
- April 3rd, 2019
Bama Blitz, an inspiring online fundraising event, will begin at noon April 10 and end at 8:31 p.m. April 11, lasting one day, eight hours and 31 minutes in honor of the University’s founding year.
We Are UA Faculty and Staff Giving Campaign Launches Today
- February 20th, 2019
The University of Alabama’s new faculty and staff giving campaign, We Are UA, launches today. Organized by the Office of Annual Giving, the giving campaign will provide faculty and staff with an opportunity to financially support UA’s mission of advancing teaching, research and service at the highest level. We Are UA will conclude on April 11 in conjunction with the 2019 Bama Blitz.
UA Celebrates Historic Fundraising Year
- October 17th, 2018
The University of Alabama set another fundraising record for gifts and pledges received, raising $224.3 million during the fiscal year that concluded Sept. 30 from more than 62,300 donors during 2017-18.
UA College of Business Announces New Building Named for Hewson Family
- September 28th, 2018
The Culverhouse College of Business at The University of Alabama today announced plans for the construction of a new building to be named Hewson Hall in recognition of a previous $15 million gift from alumni Marillyn and James Hewson.
Hewson Stock Gift to University of Alabama is Largest in UA History
- July 30th, 2018
Marillyn A. Hewson, chairman, president and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corp., and her husband, James, have made a gift of $15 million to The University of Alabama to benefit the Culverhouse College of Business.
Alumnus Launches Leadership, Entrepreneurship Program with Gift
- April 26th, 2018
Jeffrey A. Levitetz has committed $1 million through his family’s foundation to The University of Alabama’s College of Arts and Sciences to establish the Levitetz Leadership Program.
Tradition Set: First Bama Blitz Raises $1.8 Million
- April 13th, 2018
University of Alabama officials have announced that the inaugural Bama Blitz raised more than $1.8 million in gifts from 1,810 supporters.
UA Announces Inaugural Bama Blitz Online Fundraising Event
- April 4th, 2018
The University of Alabama will host the inaugural Bama Blitz, an inspiring online fundraising event for alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends to come together and support UA.
UA Launches Campaign for Performing Arts on Former Bryce Property
- December 14th, 2017
The University of Alabama has launched a campaign to raise $15 million in private donations to support the construction of a new Performing Arts Academic Center on the former Bryce Hospital property.
UA Celebrates Record-Breaking Fundraising Year
- October 26th, 2017
Thanks to the generosity of more than 58,000 donors, The University of Alabama set a new record for gifts and pledges received during a single fiscal year, raising more than $120 million in the 2016-17 fiscal year.
UA Alumna Donates $5 Million to Support Data, Cybersecurity Program
- September 25th, 2017
The University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Commerce and Business Administration celebrated today a generous $5 million gift from Marillyn A. Hewson, chairman, president, and CEO of Lockheed Martin.
UA Opens Vulcan Value Partners Research Library and Trading Room
- March 8th, 2017
The Vulcan Value Partners Research Library and Trading Room will open with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m. Friday, March 10, outside 203 Bidgood Hall in the Culverhouse College of Commerce on The University of Alabama campus.
UA’s Tri Delta Donation Helps Establish Fund for Students in Need
- February 20th, 2017
A new fund for University of Alabama students facing need was recently established through the donation of a UA sorority chapter. The Tide Together Student Support Fund provides assistance to UA students in need or crisis who are identified through the University’s Office of Student Care and Well-Being.
UA Adapted Athletics Receives $3 Million Gift
- February 25th, 2016
UA announced today a $3 million gift commitment from Michael and Kathy Mouron, of Mountain Brook, to help fund the $10 million facility, which was recently approved by the UA System Board of Trustees.
$3 Million Gift to UA’s Culverhouse College of Commerce to Provide a New Curriculum in Value Investing
January 29th, 2015
A $3 million gift to The University of Alabama positions the Culverhouse College of Commerce to become the first business school in the nation to offer a value investing specialization at both the undergraduate and graduate level.