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Dance Alabama! gives students a community and creative outlet to express themselves through dance
Students at the University will show off a semester of hard work during the fall Dance Alabama! showcase from Nov. 7-9. Dance Alabama, a student-run organization that produces original performances each fall and spring semester, gives students a community to express themselves artistically through dance. Ella Brandenburg, a senior majoring in marketing, and Ellie Congemi, a junior majoring in dance and public relations, are Dance Alabama’s president and vice president, respectively.
Food trucks at the University offer a variety of cuisines
Whether students are coming to the University as freshmen, just beginning their college experience or are returning as seniors anxious to finish their last year, the campus offers a wide array of food trucks with tasty dishes that anyone can enjoy. These trucks can be found all around campus at various times of day, making them the perfect lunch, midday snack or dinner option. From tacos to gyros and smoothie bowls to poke bowls, there is a meal to satisfy any craving.
WVUA-FM and the University’s German courses partner for German broadcast
WVUA-FM , the University’s student-operated radio station, and several sections of the University’s 200-level German courses will be hosting a live radio broadcast in German on April 25, from 8-9 p.m. The one-hour broadcast special will be split into three 20-minute sections, each featuring a different group of students taking a 200-level German course at the University.
Looking WITHIN: Paul R. Jones Museum exhibits portraits created by local Tuscaloosa students.
February 25, 2024 From Jan. 17 to Feb. 16, the Paul R. Jones Museum presented WITHIN: Portrait Responses to the Paul R. Jones Collection. The exhibition partnered with a local school, providing the necessary research, monetary and material support it needed to allow its students to create colorful self portraits. This year the museum worked with students from four art classes at Tuscaloosa’s Central High School.
School of Social Work hosts book drive to support literacy initiatives
The University’s School of Social Work’s Diversity Committee is hosting a book drive until March 1 for Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School. The drive began on Jan. 15. Intended to honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy and to support ongoing literacy initiatives, the drive seeks to provide books for students’ personal libraries. The books will be donated to MLK Elementary during Read Across America Week, an annual reading motivation and awareness program celebrated from March 2-6.
Tuscaloosa artist, Michael Hand, showcases his multimedia collection at Dinah Washington Museum
The Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center’s current exhibit, “Recent Works: A Collection by Michael Hand,” consists of artwork from various media, including paintings on canvas, ceramics and three-dimensional pieces. The show opened to the public during the First Friday Art Walk in June and will stay at the gallery until July 27. Whether it’s rich and textured paints splashed on a canvas or a three-dimensional figure, each piece in the exhibition is drastically different from the next.
The CW’s favorite restaurants in Tuscaloosa
With the fall semester right around the corner, new students can look forward to exploring Tuscaloosa and enjoying all it has to offer. With various local businesses, shops, bars and restaurants, there are places for everyone to check out. The Crimson White’s editorial staff has compiled a list of our favorite restaurants in Tuscaloosa for new students, so we have a guide to some of the best spots to eat in town. Moe’s Original BBQ Moe’s Original BBQ is a staple in downtown Tuscaloosa.
How diversity and inclusivity groups combat injustice at UA
As The University of Alabama grows, striving for diversity and inclusion amongst student organizations is essential to promoting a welcoming environment for all students and fighting for injustice on campus. In a school with a population over starting a student organization can be one of the first steps for a minority group to create community and stand up for its own interests.
How to help animals at local shelters
As the weather warms up in the coming months, students on campus will be seen walking their dogs around the Quad and spending more time outside. However, students who don’t own pets can volunteer at local animal shelters and enjoy their free time with animals in need of a companion. Local shelters in Tuscaloosa work tirelessly to take in animals that have lost their homes.
Cedric Smith’s “HORSEPOWER” exhibit paints Black cowboys to boost positive representation of Black people in America
“HORSEPOWER,” a solo show by self-taught painter and photographer, Cedric Smith, is currently on display at the Paul R. Jones Museum in downtown Tuscaloosa until Dec. 10. The Paul R. Jones Museum, which is a member of UA galleries, hosts various exhibits throughout the year and strives to elevate African American art and underrepresented artists. The collection shares the work of various American artists and educates on the importance of art in life.
ARDT showcases UA’s Dance Major students
Alabama Repertory Dance Theatre is a display of a collection of pieces where dance majors at the University can showcase their talent and prepare for the professional field. ARDT’s 31st season occurred between Oct. 19-21 in the English Building Auditorium. The UA Dance and Theatre Department website describes ARDT as transformative and lively, taking audience members on a visual journey with multiple performances choreographed by nationally acclaimed dance faculty.
STEM organizations promoting diversity on campus - The Crimson White
The science, technology, engineering and mathematics field is growing at a rapid pace with employment being projected to increase by 8% by 2029. With the ever-changing employment rate also comes more diversity, especially in such a wide-ranging field as STEM. However, only is Black. At the University, approximately 1,527 of 13,346 students in fields considered STEM or STEM-adjacent are Black, which is around 11.4%.
Sarah Moody Gallery of Art Exhibits Cosmically Inspired Art - The Crimson White
The Sarah Moody Gallery of Art will be exhibiting “Out of Thin Air: Microscopic Journeys Through Cosmic Landscapes,” a collaboration between artist Rebecca Rutstein and planetary scientist Julia Cartwright until Oct. 14. The exhibit, supported by the Collaborative Arts Research Initiative and the Farley Moody Galbraith Endowed Exhibition, is a culmination of work done by Rutstein and Cartwright over the past two years.
@UAShrooms Instagram account brings attention to mushrooms and fungi on campus - The Crimson White
The University of Alabama has a rich natural environment that flourishes during the summer and fall. The recent increase in rain that marks the start of autumn encourages new plant and fungi growth, allowing them to thrive on campus. While a lot of strategy goes into the planning, execution and maintenance of the campus landscape, much of the natural environment often gets overlooked by students.
LANY draws crowd at Tuscaloosa Amphitheater - The Crimson White
The pop band LANY recently performed for an enthusiastic crowd at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater on Monday, Aug. 29. After the opening performance by Surfaces, the energized crowd was excited for LANY to appear on the stage to play their top hits. Featuring 34 different cities, LANY’s “Summer Forever” tour started Aug. 3 and continues until Sept. 24.
Recent Acquisitions at the Paul R. Jones Museum - The Crimson White
Consisting of 25 different pieces by 21 artists, the exhibit “Recent Acquisitions” is a culmination of several years of work for the Paul R. Jones Museum. The opening show of its fall season showcases paintings, prints and mixed media works from artists such as Beverly Buchanan, Ukuu Tafari, Clementine Hunter, Radcliffe Bailey and more. The museum, located in downtown Tuscaloosa and operated by The University of Alabama, usually features works solely from the Paul R.
Landscaping and grounds staff impact UA’s natural environment
CW / David Gray The trees on the Quad are part of the collection of over 12,000 trees on the campus that earned UA the title of Tree Campus USA for the seventh consecutive year. Madison Duboise and Savannah Ichikawa April 20, 2022 Year-round, The University of Alabama’s facilities and grounds employees work to create and maintain the Capstone’s lush landscape.
Celestia Morgan’s exhibit ‘Disparities’ explores housing discrimination
Savannah Ichikawa, Contributing Writer March 30, 2022 Celestia Morgan’s “Disparities,” a solo exhibition highlighting the deep-rooted inequalities related to housing, is being publicly shown for the first time at the Paul R. Jones Museum until May 20. The museum will be hosting a reception for Morgan on Friday, April 1, from 5 to 8 p.m. The Paul R. Jones Museum encourages the preservation of African American artists’ legacies and educates students on the importance of art in life.
Black Warrior Film Festival showcases student filmmakers
Savannah Ichikawa, Contributing Writer February 27, 2022 Whether it’s because the characters are easy to connect to or because people need entertainment for a brief amount of time, filmmakers create works of art that impact audiences everywhere. On the University’s campus and within Tuscaloosa communities, students are directing films that captivate crowds.
Restorative justice rehabilitates
Savannah Ichikawa and Mary Claire Wooten February 2, 2022 Though restorative justice may have had its start in the criminal law system, the term has broadened to address society on a larger scale and encourage the reflection of our history to spark more thoughtful conversations and purposeful change.
Woods Quad addition showcases potential for love, growth, forward mobility
Savannah Ichikawa, Contributing Writer January 12, 2022 Officially dedicated in August 2014 by College of Arts and Sciences Dean Emeritus Robert Olin, the Woods Quad Sculpture Garden is a unique space on campus that features sculptures from local artists. The art displayed in Woods Quad comes from students, alumni and even faculty members. Some sculptures were made in collaboration between multiple colleges on campus.
Is Alabama just a football school?
CW / David Gray Visitors attend the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center in September 2020. Savannah Ichikawa and Lucy Phillips November 18, 2021 Some may hear “The University of Alabama” and picture Bryant-Denny Stadium, Nick Saban and championship rings. However, the Capstone has nearly 200 degree programs and encourages students to pursue excellence, making it clear that this university produces legends in more than just sports.
‘Painting with Pride’ Encourages LGBTQ+ Students to Travel Abroad
Savannah Ichikawa, Contributing Writer October 3, 2021 In recognition of LGBTQ+ History Month this October, the UA Education Abroad Office is collaborating with the Department of Art and Art History to host Painting with Pride, an art workshop and study abroad presentation. The Education Abroad Office wants students to experience new cultures and become better global citizens, regardless of their sexual orientation or background.
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