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UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA UNVEILING HISTORICAL MARKER

WENDELL W. GUNN ENTERING UNA IN 1963

The University of North Alabama will unveil a historical marker recognizing the significant impact that African-Americans have had on the development of the institution since its founding as LaGrange College in 1830. The marker acknowledges the role of enslaved persons who constructed and worked at the institution, […]

UNA and IFDC Team up for Partnership

FLORENCE – Officials with the University of North Alabama and the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) announced that the two entities will be teaming up to form a partnership.

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University of North Alabama Getting Ready for Miss UNA Pageant

 

FLORENCE, Ala. – A bevy of contestants will once again take the stage for the University of North Alabama 2018 Miss UNA Scholarship Pageant.

The pageant will take place Jan. 27, 2018, at 5 p.m., in Norton Auditorium on the UNA campus.

The event will be hosted by the current Miss UNA, Victoria […]

UNA HONORS THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED BOTH PAST AND PRESENT

FLORENCE – The University of North Alabama is set to honor those who have served the country both past and present. UNA’s annual Veteran’s Day Commemoration Ceremony will take place Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, at 11:00 a.m., at the UNA Memorial Amphitheater (Wesleyan Hall Auditorium in case of inclement weather).

Each year, the event […]

Lions set to play West Florida this Saturday at 4:00 pm

FLORENCE — The University of North Alabama continues its pursuit of a possible 2017 Gulf South Conference football crown when the Lions travel to Pensacola, Fla., Saturday to take on West Florida at Blue Wahoos Stadium at 4 p.m. (Central).

North Alabama, 4-4 overall, is the four-time defending GSC champion and is part of […]

UNA Extends Helping Hand to Victims of Hurricanes

 

 

FLORENCE, Ala. – In addition to the funds raised by the Student Government Association, the University of North Alabama is now offering additional help to victims of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

Officials with UNA recently announced a series of changes they’ll be enacting in response to the storms. Those changes include […]

UNA set to play at Shorter on Saturday at high noon

ROME, Ga. — After snapping a two-game losing skid with a 30-7 Homecoming win over Florida Tech last Saturday, the University of North Alabama hopes to continue to get its 2017 season back on track with a Gulf South Conference road game at Shorter on October 14.

UNA enters the game, set for a […]

UNA to Host Alabama Council for the Social Studies’ Fall Conference

 

 

FLORENCE, Ala. – The University of North Alabama campus will be the setting for the Alabama Council for the Social Studies’ fall conference, October 13.

The conference will feature a day of social studies professional development offered by leading social studies organizations and educators, including representatives from the Alabama Archives and Bicentennial […]

SOCCER LIONS GET THIRD STRAIGHT WIN

FLORENCE, Ala. — Shelby Wall scored in the 12th minute and the University of North Alabama women’s soccer team rolled on to a 4-1 Gulf South Conference win over Union at the UNA Soccer Complex.

With the win, UNA improved to 3-1 overall and is 2-0 in Gulf South Conference play. Union falls to […]

Barrett named LaGrange Eminent Scholar

Doug Barrett Ph.D.

FLORENCE, Ala.- University of North Alabama College of Business Dean Gregory Carnes is pleased to announce that Dr. J. Doug Barrett has been appointed as the LaGrange Eminent Scholar of Business. Barrett will continue to serve as the Department Chair of Economics and Finance and as the Director of the […]

UNA Needs Volunteers as Move-in Weekend Approaches

By Dominic Summerhill

FLORENCE, Ala. – Move-in weekend, or “Unpack the Pride” as it’s known around campus, will take place Aug. 17-19 at the University of North Alabama.

“Unpack the Pride,” is the period when returning students move back into the residence halls on campus. Since all freshmen are required to live-on at UNA, […]

UNA’s Anderson College Of Nursing Posts Highest NCLEX Pass Rate Among Public Universities In Alabama

 

By Dominic Summerhill

FLORENCE – The University of North Alabama’s Anderson College of Nursing posted the highest NCLEX pass rate out of all the public universities in Alabama.

According to the third quarter first time NCLEX pass rate report, the Anderson College of Nursing at UNA boasts an NCLEX pass rate of 97.5 […]

Program Potts helped establish 20 years ago at UNA benefiting students today

 

FLORENCE, Ala. – October 6 marks the 20-year anniversary of the Presidential Mentors Academy (PMA) at the University of North Alabama and faculty and staff are working diligently to celebrate the milestone.

In honor of the anniversary, the PMA will celebrate with “A Night of Class and Elegance, Celebrating 20 Years of Success,” […]

UNA Summer Theatre Brings Back Alumnus for New Production

 

FLORENCE – Michael Baldwin, former UNA theatre student, is back in Florence for the summer theatre production ofThe Mountain Top.

The play is a fictional depiction of the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr.’s last night on earth. The entire play is set in room 306 of the Lorraine Motel on the eve of […]

UNA AND ALABAMA A&M TO RENEW FOOTBALL RIVALRY

FLORENCE, Ala. — The University of North Alabama’s transition to NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) status in 2018 is already renewing old rivalries for the Lions as UNA has signed a contract with Alabama A&M to play the Bulldogs in 2018 and 2019.

North Alabama and Alabama A&M played annually from 1975 […]

University of North Alabama Makes Chronicle of Higher Ed List of Private Gifts Thanks to McKinney Donation

Ms. Connie McKinney

FLORENCE, Ala. – The University of North Alabama is among some impressive company, ranking #57 on the Chronicle of Higher Education’s list: Recent Private Gifts to Higher Education (May 2017).

The ranking came in response to a recent $1 million gift made by brothers Joe McKinney and Chester McKinney Jr., […]

UNA GOLFERS COMPETE IN NCAA CHAMPIONSHIPS TODAY

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The University of North Alabama men’s golf team begins its quest for an NCAA Division II National Championship on Monday as the Lions compete in a 20-team field at the Reunion Resort. The 20 teams will compete for three days, with the top eight teams advancing to match play on Thursday. […]

University of North Alabama Recognizes Turris Fidelis and Keller Key Recipients During Spring 2017 Commencement.

Thomas

 

FLORENCE, Ala. – Graduating senior Natasha N. Thomas of Autaugaville, Alabama was the recipient of the coveted Turris Fidelis and Keller Key Awards during spring commencement Saturday at Flowers Hall on the University of North Alabama campus.

The Turris Fidelis Key – awarded on the basis of outstanding service to the […]

LIONS FALL 5-2 TO WEST ALABAMA IN GSC TOURNAMENT

CLEVELAND, Miss. — The University of North Alabama dropped a 5-2 decision to West Alabama in the third round of pool play at the 2017 Gulf South Conference Baseball Tournament, leaving the Lions one win shy of playing in Tuesday’s championship game.

Both North Alabama and West Alabama finished 2-1 in pool play but […]

LIONS GET 3-2 GSC TOURNAMENT WIN OVER CHOCTAWS

CLEVELAND, Miss. — Lane Wallace threw eight scoreless innings and North Alabama held off a ninth inning rally by Mississippi College to down the Choctaws 3-2 in the second round of pool play at the Gulf South Conference Baseball Tournament.

UNA, now 34-18 overall, improved to 2-0 in pool play but will have to […]