Student Achievement

Dong’s UAB Expo experience represents undergraduate research excellence
Lilly Dong, a junior majoring in physics with a concentration in advanced physics, is addressing real-world challenges through impressive, interdisciplinary research. Recently, Dong earned second place in the Physical and Applied Sciences category at the Fall 2024 UAB Expo—a triannual event that celebrates excellence in research, creative activity, and scholarship at the undergraduate level.
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Jeethandran reflects on experience at American Philosophical Association conference

Preserving Titusville’s history
My name is Donna Rencher, and I am a senior at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, majoring in African American Studies with a minor in Criminal Justice.
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Carlisle shares impactful stories through films
Oliver Carlisle, an anthropology major with minors in women and gender studies and film, is preparing to graduate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in December 2024. Throughout their time at UAB, Carlisle embraced opportunities to combine multiple disciplines and apply that interdisciplinary learning into real, tangible outcomes.
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Meet the 2024 – 2025 CAS Champions
The College of Arts and Sciences is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 CAS Champions.
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Anthropology student using skills in the community
The following is a guest piece written by anthropology student Kizzi Frisby. The College of Arts and Sciences occasionally invites students to author reflections on their experiences in the classroom and in the community.
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Department of Mathematics sophomore is on the fast track to success
Kiersten Ratcliff is all-in on mathematics. Since choosing to attend the University of Alabama at Birmingham for her studies, Ratcliff—a sophomore in the Department of Mathematics Fast Track Program—has been exploring the many research and mentorship opportunities the department has to offer.
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Meet the College of Arts and Sciences USGA Senators
Meet the student senators representing the College of Arts and Sciences in the Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA)!
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Mollica finds a new career path and support through the Department of Computer Science
“It is never too late to start something new,” said Mollica, a senior earning a B.A. in Computer Science—and a Minor in Business—who will graduate in August 2024. “When you say ‘yes’ … opportunities open to you that you can’t even imagine in your wildest dreams.”
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History students research, author blogs for Alabama publication
History students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are helping Alabama Heritage magazine share important stories about Alabama’s history.
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Atoms, Engineers, and Reactors: My Journey at UAB
Logan Alexander Burnett, a graduating senior majoring in physics and minoring in mechanical engineering, chemistry, and mathematics, shares his UAB experience in this personal reflection.
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Seven students receive 2024 Dean’s Awards for Outstanding Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Throughout the Spring 2024 semester, departments across the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s College of Arts and Sciences submitted nominations for the Dean’s Awards for Outstanding Undergraduate Students and Outstanding Graduate Students. The awards are given to exceptional undergraduate and graduate students in CAS who have made significant contributions to the UAB community.
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Brundidge reflects on her experience in master’s in criminal justice program
Ter'Ricka Brundidge, a first year graduate student in the Master of Science in Crimnal Justice program, is recipient of the "Distinguished New Criminologist" award presented by the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Alabama.
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UAB Mock Trial Team wins Spirit of AMTA Award, looks to next year’s tournament
The UAB Mock Trial team received the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA) Spirit Award. The distinction recognizes the professionalism displayed by the team during a regional competition.
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Hendrix finds the right fit with master’s in forensic science program
When Brynnen Hendrix arrived at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, she knew she wanted to study genetics.
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The Astronomy Club at UAB connects science and the stars with the community

Fowler travels the world while earning a degree in psychology

From labs to operating rooms: My SHPEP summer of healthcare exploration
My name is Jada Williams, and I am a junior majoring in public health with minors in chemistry and art studio. This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to be an intern with the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
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Sophomore Amelia Hawkins uses her UAB experiences to take care of our ecosystem
In this guest article, Amelia Hawkins, a sophomore currently studying art, shares her service learning experience taking care of birds of prey.
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Rising sophomore gains new knowledge through RAMP-UP program
For Aliyah Love, a rising sophomore studying cancer biology, freshman year has provided her an opportunity to further examine a long-standing area of interest: cancer.
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