In a special ceremony that took place Thursday, Sept. 12 in Collier Library on the University of North Alabama campus, citizens of the Cherokee Nation, including Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., along with those from the UNA community, were on hand to unveil a mural in honor of North Alabama’s First Peoples, including Cherokees.
Almost one year into the public phase of the Shine On, Gold comprehensive campaign, with a goal to raise $100 million for the University of North Alabama, signs and banners have been placed throughout campus as well as along Court Street in downtown Florence as a reminder of the significance of the campaign as well as to encourage others to learn more.
Kilby Laboratory School, operated by the University of North Alabama, recently celebrated a unique milestone when the faculty and staff at the school, the only laboratory school in Alabama, were recognized for more than 50 years of excellence and accreditation by COGNIA. COGNIA is a global accreditation organization for educational institutions. In its 119-year history, COGNIA has served more than 40,000 institutions, working to provide insight and support that lead to improvement and excellence in teaching, learning, and leadership for schools.
A team of University of North Alabama Students recently placed fourth in the 2024 ASME K-16/IEEE EPS Heat Sink Design Competition. The team, led by Dr. Sayeed Shohag, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering and Industrial Professions, consists of graduate students from UNA’s Applied Manufacturing Engineering program.
The Big Deal, the largest of the events to take place during Mane Month at the University of North Alabama, is set for Thursday, Aug. 22, from 6-8 p.m. at North Court and Irvine streets in downtown Florence.
In a special ceremony that took place Thursday, Sept. 12 in Collier Library on the University of North Alabama campus, citizens of the Cherokee Nation, including Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., along with those from the UNA community, were on hand to unveil a mural in honor of North Alabama’s First Peoples, including Cherokees.
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Winners of the 2024 Homecoming Awards have been announced by officials at the University of North Alabama. Homecoming is set for Oct. 11-12 and will include the annual Homecoming Celebration with alumni and friends, and kickoff is set for 6 p.m. at Braly Stadium with the North Alabama Lions taking on Wildcats of Abilene Christian.
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