UA preview — June 22-28, 2026

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10 students offered Fulbright awards

The Fulbright Program selected 10 University of Alabama students for various awards for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Why This Matters: The Fulbright U.S. Student Program broadens perspectives through academic and professional growth and cross-cultural exchange. In partnership with more than 140 countries, it offers opportunities for graduating seniors, graduate students and young professionals to study, conduct research or teach English abroad. The program also supports knowledge, innovation and solutions to complex global challenges.

For more information, contact Bryant Welbourne at [email protected].

Study shows national identity found through international sports

This summer, the United States will be hosting FIFA World Cup games for the first time since 1994. Dr. John Vincent, a professor of sport management at The University of Alabama, has studied the fanfare around huge international sporting events for three decades. His recent book, "Sport, National Identities and the Media: Battling Brits", explores the way these competitions become a stage on which national identity is celebrated, contested and reimagined.

For more information, contact Jessica Nelson at [email protected].

Alabama Business Hall of Fame inducts seven new members

The Alabama Business Hall of Fame will welcome seven new members for the Class of 2026. The inductees are William P. Ainsworth, Guntersville; J. Frank Barefield Jr., Vestavia Hills; Bobby A. Bradley, Athens; John F. Croyle, Rainbow City; H. Corbin Day, Birmingham; J. Thomas Hill, Birmingham; Scott M. Phelps, Tuscaloosa.

Why This Matters: The Hall of Fame, established in 1973, honors individuals who have brought lasting fame to the state of Alabama through their business contributions.

For more information, contact Zach Thomas at [email protected].

EVENTS

Grounded at Moundville: Pilates

June 24; Moundville Archaeological Park

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