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The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú conferred honorary doctorates upon Alabama Rep. Artis J. "A.J." McCampbell and Sen. Bobby D. Singleton during summer commencement exercises on August 14. Each received the Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, in recognition of distinguished public service, commitment to educational opportunity, and leadership on behalf of the people and communities of Alabama's Black Belt.
Click here to learn more about ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú's annual statewide economic impact according to a Lightcast Economic Impact Study.
A new economic impact study shows the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú generates $448.4 million in annual economic activity across the state, supporting businesses, communities, and workforce development throughout Alabama.
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú nursing students gain hands-on clinical experience with a patient simulator in the College of Nursing and Health Professions simulation lab.
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú is expanding its College of Nursing to become the College of Nursing and Health Professions, a strategic initiative designed to strengthen healthcare education, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and address the growing demand for healthcare professionals across Alabama and the Black Belt region.
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As part of the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú's continued commitment to strengthening the student experience and advancing student success, ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú President Dr. Todd G. Fritch has announced the appointment of Byron Thetford as Vice President for Student Affairs.
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The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú has announced a partnership with YMCA of Tuscaloosa aimed at expanding wellness, fitness, and recreation opportunities while providing additional resources to both the campus and surrounding community.
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s proposal to freeze tuition for the ninth consecutive year has been approved by its board of trustees at their June quarterly meeting.
Rachel Walters in regalia walks across campus to line up for commencement.
When the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú launched its master’s degree in dyslexia therapy in fall 2024, Rachel Walters saw an opportunity to gain the specialized training she wished had been available when her brother struggled with dyslexia as a child.
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú's campus lake, Lake LU
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Board of Trustees approved at its June 1 quarterly meeting proposed construction plans for facilities at Lake LU for its new fishing team, which will begin competing this year. 
Two snapshots, one of Dr. Alan Brown and one of retired provost, Dr. Tina Jones each holding a certificate with ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú President, Dr. Todd G Fritch.
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú has presented two long-term faculty members emeritus honors upon their retirement. Dr. Tina N. Jones has been named Vice President Emerita, and Dr. Alan Brown has been named Professor Emeritus.
Aerial view of Lyon Hall, home to the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú College of Education, featuring its distinctive white cupola overlooking a manicured green lawn, brick academic buildings, and tree-lined campus under a clear blue sky.
The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program has received an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality for its excellence in preparing future elementary teachers to teach reading effectively.

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