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Submissions from 2021
6-23-2021 PRCA/PRSSA at UAB receives Public Relations Council of Alabama Chapter of the Year Award, Staff
6-23-2021 Two awarded first-ever Dr. Levi Watkins Jr. Breakthrough Awards for Research that Transform Health, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-23-2021 UAB joins oncology clinical trial diversity alliance, Alicia Rohan
6-22-2021 "Dreams of Hope" honored with two wins at 2021 Southeast EMMY Awards, Shannon Thomason
6-22-2021 Friedman awarded grant for phase 2 of pediatric brain tumor study, Staff
6-22-2021 Geisler named assistant dean for physician scientist development, Kendra Carter
6-22-2021 Reflecting on the legacy of Roy R. Kracke Clinical Services Building in the midst of innovative change, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-22-2021 UAB faculty hold two key, national transplant leadership roles, Staff
6-22-2021 UAB School of Medicine Huntsville Regional Campus hosts fourth annual Research Day, Caleb Jones
6-21-2021 UAB Hospital hits lowest number of hospitalized COVID-positive patients since March 2020, Alicia Rohan
6-21-2021 Updating the footprint of campus, Haley Herfurth
6-18-2021 Department of English presents online SPARK Writing Festival, from July 18 to 31, Staff
6-17-2021 2 CAS faculty receive Fulbright-Nehru Scholar awards for work in India, Haley Herfurth
6-17-2021 Blazers honored for promoting mental health awareness, Haley Herfurth
6-17-2021 Six chosen among first to be named UAB VIP, Linda Gunter
6-16-2021 AANA recognizes Aroke as Researcher of the Year, Staff
6-16-2021 Nassetta named director of the Professional Development Office, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-16-2021 UAB Callahan Eye Hospital and Clinics solidifies commitment to local residents with purchase of Cahaba River Road facility, Staff
6-16-2021 UAB professor receives R01 grant for COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy intervention study, Hannah Echols
6-15-2021 Data and safety review board reports how it monitored the COVID-19 vaccine trials, Jeff Hansen
6-15-2021 Dean's Excellence Award winners share inspiration, outlook on teaching, Kendra Carter
6-15-2021 Service beyond self: Leeth lights the way for volunteerism at the School of Medicine, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-15-2021 Summer Thyme is named a Pew Scholar in the biomedical sciences, Jeff Hansen
6-15-2021 Unified in Pride: LGBTQ+ patient care and research, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-14-2021 Alumna shares how her nonprofit pivoted during COVID and her first-year lessons, Matt Windsor
6-14-2021 Flaming motorcycles and 6 other tips on acing high-stakes writing, Matt Windsor
6-14-2021 Grammy-winning jazz guitarist Pat Metheny announced for Alys Stephens Center's 25th anniversary season, Shannon Thomason
6-14-2021 New writing guide, education course to encourage inclusive language, Ashleigh Aldridge
6-11-2021 Road to Accreditation Episode 5: Medical school is expensive (and we can help with that), Cayla Hurst
6-10-2021 Blazer Beginnings welcomes students in new ways, Karen Templeton
6-10-2021 Hearld honored for 'compassion, diplomacy and resolve' in support of UAB, shared governance, Matt Windsor
6-10-2021 Judd: Alabama does not have high enough immunity to eradicate SARS-CoV-2, Tyler Greer
6-10-2021 Learn, network and grow at the Graduate Program Summer Recruitment Fair, June 16, Staff
6-10-2021 Local restaurants will support research at O'Neal Cancer Center during Fiesta Ball Week, Staff
6-10-2021 UAB Medicine again designated as a Healthcare Equality Leader, Alicia Rohan
6-9-2021 ICOS ligand and IL-10 synergize to promote host-microbiota mutualism, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-9-2021 Russell named a Harvard Macy fellow, Staff
6-9-2021 Two from exiting cohort of HEA reflect on mentorship, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-9-2021 UAB laser physicist to chair the 2021 Advanced Solid State Laser Congress, Staff
6-8-2021 A clear decision: cataract detection and removal, Staff
6-8-2021 Ann Alquist to lead Birmingham's NPR member station, WBHM 90.3 FM, Shannon Thomason
6-8-2021 Cooper Green Mercy Health Services holds fair, Salud hoy para Mañana Health, Staff
6-8-2021 COVID-19 data enclave hits major milestone, provides access to 1.6 million COVID-positive patients, Katie Bradford
6-8-2021 How does COVID-19 affect patients with cancer? Largest U.S. study shares first results., Matt Windsor
6-8-2021 Journey to attorney: Pre-law summer camp for high school students, Alicia Rohan
6-8-2021 MS3 and team of students rebuild lives of those impacted by homelessness through running, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-8-2021 UAB's first NEXUS aortic arch graft recipient finds hope in new procedure, Anna Jones
6-8-2021 Unified in Pride: LGBTQ+ programs and initiatives at the School of Medicine and beyond, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-7-2021 New Alzheimer's drug not a panacea, but may slow worsening of the disease, Alicia Rohan
6-7-2021 Seeing sculptures and getting steps since the 1970s, Haley Herfurth
6-7-2021 Students are pouring into public health. Here's how UAB is pouring into them., Matt Windsor
6-4-2021 Retired firefighter experiences complete response in clinical trial, shares story for National Cancer Survivors Day, Staff
6-4-2021 UAB professor's new book explores bioethical dilemmas posed by COVID-19, Staff
6-4-2021 UAB's Curtis A. Carver Jr., Ph.D., honored as top leader in information technology by AlabamaCIO, Staff
6-4-2021 Visualize data-driven solutions at your job in 7 weeks or less, Matt Windsor
6-3-2021 Faculty & Staff Spotlight, UAB Heersink School of Medicine News
6-3-2021 Feldman receives HIMSS Changemaker in Health award, Staff
6-3-2021 How to talk to your children about COVID-19 vaccines, Hannah Echols
6-3-2021 Preparing a new workforce to care for patients with cardiac implants, Matt Windsor
6-3-2021 Recent UAB graduate Veronica Mixon has a passion for mental health advocacy, Staff
6-3-2021 UAB among first colleges and universities in White House vaccine challenge, Alicia Rohan
6-2-2021 Health and health care disparities in the LGBTQ+ community, Selwyn M. Vickers MD
6-2-2021 Legacy Japanese maple thrives in new home at Alumni House, Staff
6-2-2021 Level-up your office, performance review with new classes, Matt Windsor
6-2-2021 Optimist Club honors UABPD's Washington for exemplary service, Haley Herfurth
6-2-2021 Record number of UAB students selected for prestigious Gilman Scholarship, Karen Templeton
6-2-2021 Saag details HIV screening, diagnosis and treatment in NEJM feature, Adam Pope
6-2-2021 UAB Biology launches graduate-students-in-residence program with McWane Science Center, Staff
6-2-2021 UAB fellow receives nearly $1 million in funding for palliative care study, Staff
6-2-2021 Unified in Pride: Listening to LGBTQ+ voices, Mary Ashley Canevaro
6-1-2021 Get free access to Campus Rec during June, Brooke Carbo
6-1-2021 Goss receives $3 million NIH grant for family-based diet intervention treating fatty liver disease in adolescents, Adam Pope
6-1-2021 Kudos to UAB's "20 by 25" renewable energy plan, Staff
6-1-2021 UAB announces new Master of Arts degree in cultural heritage studies, Shannon Thomason
6-1-2021 UAB students gain opportunity to study in Asia, Staff
5-28-2021 O'Neal Cancer Service Line names Krontiras, Kennedy directors of clinical affairs, cancer network, Anna Waters
5-28-2021 Student COVID-19 vaccination clinic is June 8 at Bartow Arena, Shannon Thomason
5-27-2021 Celebrate physical and mental health during May with UAB sports medicine faculty, Staff
5-27-2021 New book explores bioethical dilemmas posed by COVID-19, Haley Herfurth
5-27-2021 UAB meets needs of campus, community, state and beyond during pandemic, Tyler Greer
5-27-2021 UAB professor receives research grant for HIV suppression study, Staff
5-27-2021 UAB's new Immunology Institute provides new avenues for discovery, Staff
5-26-2021 Look for these 7 new spaces transforming UAB's campus, Haley Herfurth
5-26-2021 Maycock named to American Board of Family Medicine Board of Directors, Kendra Carter
5-26-2021 New vaginitis clinic opens at UAB Highlands, Adam Pope
5-26-2021 Open enrollment for summer project management courses at UAB, Staff
5-26-2021 Outgoing House Staff Council officers reflect on their leadership, Kendra Carter
5-26-2021 Recent grad and former University of Alabama football player Jared Watson gears up for residency in orthopedic surgery, Caleb Jones
5-26-2021 UAB among Forbes' Best Employers for New Graduates 2021, Brianna Hoge
5-26-2021 UAB Callahan Eye Hospital begins vision screening program for rural Alabamians, Adam Pope
5-26-2021 UAB Collat School of Business program enrollment increases amid pandemic, Alicia Rohan
5-25-2021 11 UAB students selected as 2021 Schweitzer Fellows, Hannah Echols
5-25-2021 18 faculty members named winners of 2021 Dean's Excellence Awards, Mary Ashley Canevaro
5-25-2021 AAPI Heritage Month, Part 4: Embracing values of equality and service to others, Mary Ashley Canevaro
5-25-2021 Adedokun creates organization to improve regional health, Mary Ashley Canevaro
5-25-2021 Anderson named 2021 Dean's Excellence Award Winner in Teaching, Hannah Weems Buckelew
5-25-2021 Cropsey Named 2021 Dean's Excellence Award Winner in Mentoring, Valerie Powell
5-25-2021 Curcio Named 2021 Dean's Excellence Award Winner in Research, Leah Glenn
5-25-2021 Harms Named 2021 Dean's Excellence Award Winner in Research, Valerie Powell
5-25-2021 Hill named 2021 Dean's Excellence Award Winner in Diversity Enhancement, Heather Watts
