UNA News Releases

Sen. Tommy Tuberville Secures $6.6 Million for UNA Projects

Jul. 16, 2026

Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) has secured $6.6 million in federal funding the University of North Alabama to support critical campus infrastructure improvements and strengthen educational opportunities for students pursuing careers in engineering and industrial professions. The majority of the funding – $5.6 million – is dedicated to Pine Street safety enhancements, while the remaining $1 million is for the UNA Department of Engineering and Industrial Professions.

Sen. Britt Announces $2 Million Appropriation for Safety Upgrades on Pine Street

Jul. 15, 2026

Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has announced that $2 million in the FY27 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations have been allocated for safety upgrades along the Pine Street corridor at the University of North Alabama.

UNA Launches Vibrant and Exciting New Brand, “Grow Your World” Brand Campaign

Jul. 06, 2026

The University of North Alabama has launched a new brand and campaign as part of a larger mission to share UNA’s unique appeal as it embarks on its third century of providing high-quality education. The announcement of the new brand was accompanied by the release of a new short film – "Grow Your World" designed to appeal to individuals of all ages, from first generation students to adult learners seeking to expand their skills for the workforce.

UNA Campus Celebrates America’s 250th

Jul. 01, 2026

The University of North Alabama is celebrating America’s 250th with campus displays of patriotic flags and red, white, and blue bunting as well as a special exhibit on the story of America at Collier Library.

Trapp Named Potts UNA Foundation Leadership Award Recipient

Jun. 04, 2026

Walter “Rusty” Trapp has been named a recipient of the Robert L. Potts University of North Alabama Foundation Leadership Award. Established in 2020, the Potts Leadership Award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions of time, talent, and/or treasure to UNA, the UNA Foundation, and/or the community.

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UNA Launches Vibrant and Exciting New Brand, “Grow Your World” Brand Campaign

The University of North Alabama has launched a new brand and campaign as part of a larger mission to share UNA’s unique appeal as it embarks on its third century of providing high-quality education. The announcement of the new brand was accompanied by the release of a new short film – "Grow Your World" designed to appeal to individuals of all ages, from first generation students to adult learners seeking to expand their skills for the workforce.

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UNA Campus Celebrates America’s 250th

The University of North Alabama is celebrating America’s 250th with campus displays of patriotic flags and red, white, and blue bunting as well as a special exhibit on the story of America at Collier Library.

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• North Alabama in the News

• University of North Alabama gets $2M for Pine Street safety upgrades
  Jul. 15, 2026 - FOX 54
• UNA students invited to ‘Grow Your World’
  Jul. 15, 2026 - Franklin County Times
• UNA’s brand changes instill hope in future
  Jul. 08, 2026 - TimesDaily
• UNA to start fall semester with new logo + new branding
  Jul. 08, 2026 - The Bama Buzz
• UNA to start fall semester with new logo + new branding
  Jul. 08, 2026 - Hville Blast
• UNA invites students to 'Grow Your World'
  Jul. 07, 2026 - TimesDaily
• UNA launches major rebrand for next generation
  Jul. 07, 2026 - 256 Today
• UNA Unveils New Branding
  Jul. 06, 2026 - WHNT 19
• UNA launches vibrant 'Grow Your World' brand campaign
  Jul. 06, 2026 - FOX 54
• UNA unveils new brand, launches “Grow Your World” campaign film
  Jul. 06, 2026 - WAFF 48

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