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Philosophy,online newsroom,Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
Using pop culture to explore philosophy
In a new book, UA professor John Hess uses the 1968 film "Planet of the Apes" as a framework to examine philosophy.
05/28/2013
School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering,online newsroom,College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Young inventors win rubber band contest
Four middle school students make final stretch of competition as Rubber Band Contest for Young Inventors enters fifth year.
05/23/2013
School of Education,online newsroom,Center for Literacy
Technology as teacher or babysitter?
Can children have fun, and learn, with mobile devices? Yes, but parental supervision is required, says Jeremy Brueck, director of the Digital Text Initiative at UA’s Center for Literacy.
05/22/2013
online newsroom,Alumni
UA honors seven at Alumni and Friends Gala
More than 300 people attended the May 16 event to recognize the personal and professional accomplishments of individuals who actively support student success.
05/17/2013
online newsroom,Current Students,College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Operation Moon Dust
Student engineers are taking their Lunabot to Kennedy Space Center in Florida to compete in a NASA space challenge.
05/16/2013
online newsroom,Current Students,Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
UA Steel Drum Band concert airs May 21 on Western Reserve PBS
"Hammer on Steel: Steel Band Paradise" features highlights from the Steel Drum Band's April concert at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall.
05/16/2013
online newsroom,ME engineering,College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Zips Racing makes design finals and lands 3rd place overall at international competition
UA engineering students place third overall at the Formula SAE Michigan competition May 8-11, 2013.
05/13/2013
Faculty and Staff,Current Students,College of Engineering and Polymer Science
$100,000 gift from anonymous donor relieves student debt
When 10 engineering graduates receive their diplomas, they did so with less debt burden, thanks to a donor wishing “to promote career success and inspire lifelong meaningful contributions from these e...
05/12/2013
online newsroom
The physics of pole vaulting
Pole vaulting requires a sprinter's speed and a boxer's power — and some simple physics.
05/10/2013
Marketing,Current Students,College of Business Administration
Sales major secures second place twice
The Fisher Institute for Professional Selling aids in success for sales student in competition and in the job market.
05/10/2013
