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UWA partners with Alabama Power for Safe-T-Zone training

  • Posted 07.16.26
  • 5 minute read time
The University of West Alabama hosted Alabama Power鈥檚 Safe-T-Zone program on July 16 to provide high-voltage electricity safety training for approximately 75 first responders in the Black Belt Region.

UWA partners with Alabama Power for Safe-T-Zone training

  • Posted 07.16.26
  • 5 minute read time
The University of West Alabama hosted Alabama Power鈥檚 Safe-T-Zone program on July 16 to provide high-voltage electricity safety training for approximately 75 first responders in the Black Belt Region.
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New analysis shows UWA bolsters Alabama鈥檚 economy by $448 million annually

  • Posted 07.15.26
  • 4 minute read time
A new economic impact study shows the University of West Alabama generates $448.4 million in annual economic activity across the state, supporting businesses, communities, and workforce development throughout Alabama.

UWA expands healthcare education under College of Nursing and Health Professions

  • Posted 07.09.26
  • 3 minute read time
The University of West Alabama is expanding its College of Nursing to become the聽College of Nursing and Health Professions, a strategic initiative designed to strengthen healthcare education, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and address the growing demand for healthcare professionals across Alabama and the Black Belt region.
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UWA names Byron Thetford Vice President for Student Affairs

  • Posted 07.06.26
  • 2 minute read time
As part of the University of West Alabama's continued commitment to strengthening the student experience and advancing student success, UWA President Dr. Todd G. Fritch has announced the appointment of Byron Thetford as Vice President for Student Affairs.
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University of West Alabama and YMCA of Tuscaloosa announce partnership to expand wellness and recreational opportunities聽

  • Posted 07.02.26
  • 2 minute read time
The University of West Alabama has announced a partnership with YMCA of Tuscaloosa aimed at expanding wellness, fitness, and recreation opportunities while providing additional resources to both the campus and surrounding community.

UWA freezing tuition for ninth consecutive year

  • Posted 07.02.26
  • 3 minute read time
The University of West Alabama鈥檚 proposal to freeze tuition for the ninth consecutive year has been approved by its board of trustees at their June quarterly meeting.
Rachel Walters in regalia walks across campus to line up for commencement.

Reading interventionist among first graduates of UWA鈥檚 new dyslexia therapy degree program

  • Posted 07.01.26
  • 6 minute read time
When the University of West Alabama launched its master鈥檚 degree in dyslexia therapy in fall 2024, Rachel Walters saw an opportunity to gain the specialized training she wished had been available when her brother struggled with dyslexia as a child.
UWA's campus lake, Lake LU

UWA designates lakefront as home of new fishing team

  • Posted 06.25.26
  • 2 minute read time
The University of West Alabama Board of Trustees approved at its June 1 quarterly meeting proposed construction plans for facilities at Lake LU for its new fishing team, which will begin competing this year.聽
Two snapshots, one of Dr. Alan Brown and one of retired provost, Dr. Tina Jones each holding a certificate with UWA President, Dr. Todd G Fritch.

Jones, Brown awarded emeritus honors upon retirement from UWA

  • Posted 06.18.26
  • 4 minute read time
The University of West Alabama has presented two long-term faculty members emeritus honors upon their retirement. Dr. Tina N. Jones has been named Vice President Emerita, and Dr. Alan Brown has been named Professor Emeritus.

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