Student-athletes recognized by AHSAA Apr 13, 2008
Meadows said she's planning to attend SUSCC this fall and hopes to eventually transfer to the University of North Alabama, where she will major in radiology. Benjamin Russell two-sport athlete Paige Robinson is one of eight nominees for the Class 5A Bryant-Jordan Outstanding Scholar-Athlete Award, thereby receiving the 1,500 scholarship. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Local Army pilot to visit Tenn. Air Show this weekend Apr 11, 2008
In December 2006, Mihalek earned his master s degree in business administration from the University of North Alabama. He is currently stationed at Fort Huachuca, Ariz. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Don Lee Marsh Apr 4, 2008
He also received an educational specialist degree from the University of North Alabama. After retiring from his teaching career and suffering a stroke in 1995, he attended the Birmingham School of Law for three years. (Madison County Record, AL)
PSU drummed against No. 1 North Alabama Mar 18, 2008
The No. 1-ranked University of North Alabama Roarlions scored two runs in the first inning and blasted another five in the fifth to knock of Pittsburg State 7-0 in the first game of a doubleheader at the West Florida Invitational on Monday ... The No. 1-ranked University of North Alabama Roarlions scored two runs in the first inning and blasted another five in the fifth to knock of Pittsburg State 7-0 in the first game of a doubleheader at the West Florida Invitational on Monday ... The No.... (SunOnline)
UWA faces significant cuts in state funding Mar 1, 2008
Jacksonville State is projecting a 13 percent loss, and both Alabama A ersity and the University of North Alabama expect to see an 11 percent loss. Holland said there has been no rationale given for why the cuts are organized this way, and what he and his fellow administrators hope to do during the upcoming legislative process to determine budgets is get some equity across the board for higher education institutions. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Severe Storms Slam Mississippi and Alabama Jan 12, 2008
The severe weather shut down many schools yesterday, including the University of Alabama and the University of North Alabama. The governor of Illinois has declared disasters in two counties hit by flooding from downpours and melting snow. (KWTX.com, TX)
Powerful Storms Leave Trail of Damage Across Southeast Jan 11, 2008
The severe weather shut down many schools, including the University of Alabama and the University of North Alabama. In east-central Illinois, meanwhile, days of springlike weather that brought heavy rainfall and melting snow caused severe flooding that forced hundreds of people to evacuate. (Fox News)
Storms Pound Southern States Jan 11, 2008
The University of Alabama has suspended classes and the University of North Alabama shut down in Florence. Some public and private schools also closed. (KWTX.com, TX)
BREAKING NEWS: Troy names new offensive coordinator Jan 5, 2008
Edenfield has been the offensive coordinator at the University of North Alabama for the past six seasons. Edenfield, 42, is a native of Clinton, La. (Troy Messenger, AL)
New mall manager feels right at home Dec 17, 2007
He received a bachelor s degree in marketing from the University of North Alabama in Florence, and then worked in malls in Florence, Ala ... EDUCATION: Bachelor s degree in marketing from the University of North Alabama in Florence. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
IT'S NEWS TO ME Dec 10, 2007
at 11 a.m. Saturday at Braly Municipal Stadium on the campus of the University of North Alabama. Northwest finished as runners-up the previous two seasons, losing to Grand Valley State 21-17 in 2005 and 17-14 last year. (SunOnline)
Southern Miss faces Blue Mountain tonight at RGC Nov 30, 2007
At the University of North Alabama they fell 92-122. They lost the rematch against Williams Baptist College at home 96-105 and will now take on the University of Southern Miss which is an exhibition game for them. (Southern Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Lotven selected as new provost at DSU Nov 27, 2007
After reference checks were made on seven of the remaining 11, four candidates - Lotven; Anthony Koyzis, dean of the School of Education; Wayne State College, Wayne, Nebraska; Vagn Hansen, dean, College of Arts ces, University of North Alabama, Florence, Ala. and Debbie Norris, vice-president for planning and assessment, Mississippi College, Clinton - were invited to participate in on-campus interviews. (Clarksdale Press Register, MS)
Hannah has strong senior year for BGA Nov 7, 2007
Beginning his senior season for the Lions of the University of North Alabama on Sunday, Holt put up 19 points against the Hoosiers. Holt connected on 7 of 14 shots from the field including three 3-pointers in 36 minutes of action. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Scouting Report: UA vs. North Alabama Nov 6, 2007
Bobby Champagne enters his fifth season as head men's basketball coach at the University of North Alabama with a 59-55 record in his first four seasons at UNA. Champagne has led the Division II Lions to four straight Gulf South Conference tournament appearances, including its first NCAA tournament in 10 years. Prior to taking his first head coaching job at UNA, Champagne served as an assistant coach at South Alabama (1988-91), Washington State (1991-94), Oklahoma (1994-97), Louisiana-Lafayette... (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cambridge native still king of L.A.’s morning radio after 20 years Oct 28, 2007
attended the University of North Alabama and gravitated to radio by starting at North Alabama s WSHF. Mark and his wife Lynda have three grown children. In his spare time he enjoys baseball, tennis, and also rides his Harley. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Trojans serve up successful tournament Oct 16, 2007
The Trojans welcomed the University of North Alabama, the University of Mobile, the University of Central Florida among other teams. UNA swept the event, winning the doubles and singles draws on both the men's and women's sides. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Hall of Fame honor Oct 11, 2007
Earl Dotson of Texas Aersity Kingsville and Ronald McKinnon of the University of North Alabama complete the 2007 class of inductees and will bring the total number of inductees to 23. The trio was chosen by a 20-member selection committee and the selection was announced Tuesday by Division II Football Hall of Fame Chairman Jeff Hodges. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Texas company to produce Samford energy drink Oct 11, 2007
Other area schools with a similar energy drink are Birmingham-Southern College, University of Alabama at Huntsville, University of North Alabama and University of West Alabama. HAVOC is owned by. (Birmingham Business Journal)
In the wilderness: Colleges' live mascots flush with tradition Aug 31, 2007
And at the University of North Alabama in Florence, boosters have financed a habitat for lion siblings Una and Leo worth $1. 3 million. (USA Today -- Sports)
Wallace looks to second year Aug 21, 2007
Wallace, who has already been inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame in 2004 and named the first Division II Coach of the Quarter Century for his work as the head coach of the University of North Alabama, took over the floundering program and produced results in one season. He said he feels more comfortable with this year s unit, after getting a late start with the group he lead to a 6-5 season. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Mance named Alabama Southern's campus director Aug 11, 2007
Other former positions include, being an online instructor, directing K-12 curriculums for a project sponsored by a Pulitzer Prize winning newspaper, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, facilitating communication among teachers as the associate director for the National Council for Geographic education and serving as instructor for the University of North Alabama and Northwest-Shoals Community College. s a first-generation college student and native of Alabama, I offer a unique understanding of the... (Demopolis Times, AL)
The Bulldog’ days of summer Aug 8, 2007
Some players did attend a camp at the University of North Alabama this summer, which McCluskie said helped them with their techniques and understanding of the game. Holtville will depend on the team s returning upperclassmen, such as Josh Law, to help mentor the younger guys. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Duluth RB Hunt transfers to Buford Aug 7, 2007
Duluth coach Richard Gillespie said he was informed of Hunt's departure early last week, just days before the team headed to camp at the University of North Alabama. "We really didn't have him much last year, because he was hurt," Gillespie said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Locals named to all-state teams Aug 5, 2007
Jumper, who has signed with the University of North Alabama, compiled a hefty. 534 batting average during the regular season. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Loan probe involves 3 Pac-10 schools Aug 2, 2007
The schools that received subpoenas and document requests include: Arkansas State University; Auburn University; Bowling Green State University; CAL State Sacramento; Central Michigan University; Colorado State University; East Carolina University; Florida Atlantic University; Georgetown University; Georgia Tech; Georgia State University; Howard University; Indiana State University; Marquette University; Ohio University; Oregon State University; Rutgers University; Southern Illinois University;... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Santa Fe High School announces top grads Aug 1, 2007
He plans to enroll at either the University of North Alabama or the University of Tennessee at Knoxville to begin pre-med studies. Michael was selected as the SAR Good Citizen and also received the Columbia Noon Rotary Club s Service Above Self Award. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Orange Park AD Anderson proud of school's athletes Jul 30, 2007
Prior to coming to Orange Park, Anderson was the defensive line coach at the University of North Alabama. Anderson was the Raiders' linebacker coach and a girls track coach during this first year. (Florida Times-Union)
Alabama to get 1,800 jobs with rail car plant Jul 23, 2007
Kerry Gatlin, dean of the College of Business at the University of North Alabama in Florence, said the plant should contribute about $200 million annually to the area's economy. He said that in the last few years, northwest Alabama had turned the corner from tough economic times in the 1980s and '90s that saw closings or steep cutbacks at Ford Motor Co., Reynolds Aluminum and several textile plants. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
COOK OF THE WEEK: Research nurse can't function without her many lists Jul 14, 2007
Master of dumplingsThe middle of three daughters born to Jerene and Joan Fikes of Fulton, Jones earned her high school diploma at Itawamba Agricultural High School, her associates degree at Itawamba Community College and her bachelor's degree at the University of North Alabama. She began cooking as a young girl with her mother and her Grandmother Fikes. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Calhoun football players stand out Jun 29, 2007
Another 34 Calhoun players participated this past weekend in the University of North Alabama s Defensive Camp (Florence, Ala. . (Calhoun Times, GA)
‘Miss Grits’ visits Columbia Jun 28, 2007
and received her bachelor s degree from the University of North Alabama and master s degrees in education and special education from the University of Alabama in Birmingham. In 1995, Ford was teaching and coaching volleyball in Mountain Brook, Ala. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
More of this story Jun 19, 2007
Watkins graduated in 1998 from the University of North Alabama where she also attended on a volleyball scholarship. Watkins' first-hand knowledge of the game is what caught Davis' eye. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Rockin' on the River Jun 15, 2007
Jay Hovater, of Cherokee, a singer-songwriter who's also an entertainment industry management major at the University of North Alabama; Jospeh Baldwin owdy Knights, a country/ southern rock band playing the festival for the first time; and Dave Potts, a singer/ songwriter from known for his songs about small-town Southern life; and Malcolm Singleton, of Spring Valley, and Gaylon Partain, of , graduates who perform and teach music. Also on Friday, singers and songwriters James LeBlanc, Mark... (Shoals TimesDaily)
UNA campus closes after receiving 4 bomb threats, suspicious package Jun 13, 2007
JIM HANNON/TimesDaily Members of the Florence Special Operations Unit prepare to deploy a remote controlled robotic searching device at the University of North Alabama after bomb threats were made Tuesday. FLORENCE -- A suspicious package, which turned out to contain a GPS scavenger hunt clue, was destroyed Tuesday after it was mistaken for a bomb. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Graduation again Jun 9, 2007
Marteal Rowell (right), with the University of North Alabama Admissions Office, presents Terrance with a leadership scholarship. On May 25, Terrance Thomas proudly crossed the stage at his High School graduation ceremony. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Univ. of Saint Mary signs 2 KCKCC baseball players May 23, 2007
NCAA Division I universities grabbed the Blue Devils two All-Jayhawk Conference selections catcher Mike Sharp, who signed with the University of Virginia; and leftfielder Tom Myers, who signed with Jacksonville University while the University of North Alabama signed pitcher Brennan Auerbach and shortstop/pitcher Kyle Jones. Remaining in the Midwest are pitcher Keith Spreckels, Emporia State University; pitcher Brett Sorenson, Washburn University; and rightfielder Ryan Reed and infielder Dustin... (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Crisp and fresh May 23, 2007
BERNIE DELINSKI/TimesDaily Rivers Hall is among three dormitories on the campus of the University of North Alabama in Florence set for improvements while students are on break between spring and summer classes. While students are between spring and summer classes, work begins on LaFayette, Rice and Rivers halls. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Luther Carl Campbell May 18, 2007
He held B.S., M.A. and ED.S. degrees in education from the University of North Alabama. He also held an advanced degree in Administration from Auburn University. (Madison County Record, AL)
EDUCATION BRIEFS May 16, 2007
Jennifer Prater, a nursing major at the University of North Alabama in Florence, was recently selected for the Heart Health Center Scholarship for the 2007-2008 academic year. Nominations are made by the college of nursing and preference is for students pursuing a career in cardiac nursing. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Hundreds of graduates participate in commencement May 13, 2007
Jim Hannon/TimesDaily University of North Alabama graduates wait to get their diplomas. FLORENCE -- graduates donned caps and gowns Saturday and picked up their diplomas before heading off to their careers. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Bryant hurdles competition on track May 9, 2007
After graduation, Bryant will go right back to work on the gridiron, this time for the University of North Alabama Lions. "Football is my favorite sport, and I am going to stay in shape to be ready to play at UNA. Track is fun, but it was just a way to stay in shape after football season," he said. (Troy Messenger, AL)
UNA sophomore jumps head first into the college lifestyle May 7, 2007
Jonathan Willis/TimesDaily An antibiotic left University of North Alabama sophomore Heath Rager deaf as a child. FLORENCE -- Heath Rager is your typical college sophomore. (Shoals TimesDaily)
2007 COLLEGE GRADUATIONS May 4, 2007
Speaker: Dr. William Cale, president of the University of North Alabama. 244 graduates. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Weddings & Engagements May 4, 2007
A 2002 graduate of Falkville High School, she graduated summa cum laude in 2006 from the University of North Alabama with a bachelor of science degree in secondary education ... A 2002 graduate of Isabella High School, he is a 2006 summa cum laude graduate of the University of North Alabama with a bachelor of science degree in secondary education. (Hartselle Enquirer, AL)
Music to the ear Apr 24, 2007
TIMESDAILY/File photos The music department at the University of North Alabama, including the Pride of Dixie Marching Band and concert,-symphonic and studio jazz bands, is the focus of this year's UNA Fine Arts Festival on Saturday. WANT TO GO. (Shoals TimesDaily)
April 20-Mississippi Juco Sports News Apr 21, 2007
He also played at the University of Mississippi, and the University of North Alabama before earning a bachelors degree from Blue Mountain College. Prior to his stint at Northeast, Lauderdale spent six years as coach at his alma mater Jumpertown High School where he led three Cardinal golf teams to the State Tournament. (GenesPage.com)
Earth matters Apr 21, 2007
JIM HANNON/TimesDaily Students and faculty at the University of North Alabama celebrated Earth Day with a gathering at the campus amphitheater Friday. Professor Michael Moeller entertained with chemistry stunts tied to environmental concerns. (Shoals TimesDaily)
People on the move Apr 19, 2007
She has nine years of experience in trauma services and earned her bachelor's degree in nursing at the University of North Alabama in Florence, Ala. She earned her master's degree in nursing administration at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. (Pensacola News Journal)
Sister Hazel's road tour stops at UNA tonight Apr 19, 2007
SISTER HAZEL Sister Hazel will be the featured band for tonight's free spring concert at the University of North Alabama. Sister Hazel is one of those rare bands that have been able to captivate the music industry for years. (Shoals TimesDaily)
A royal affair Apr 18, 2007
JIM HANNON/TimesDaily A cake is ready for partygoers at the birthday celebration for Leo III and Una at the University of North Alabama on Tuesday. Caroline Young opened a roll of pennies and dropped them, one by one, into the donations box at the lion habitat at the. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Growing fast Apr 15, 2007
Jim Hannon/TimesDaily Parking spaces on the University of North Alabama campus are difficult to come by during the class day. FLORENCE -- The is on track to have 7,000 students on campus this fall, which would mark the fifth consecutive semester of record enrollment for the regional institution. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Women's Health Center draws interest at open house Apr 13, 2007
Gehle obtained her registered nursing degree from Southeastern Community College, her bachelor of science degree in nursing from the University of North Alabama and her master of science degree in midwifery from Philadelphia University. Alderton received her RN and BSN degrees from Blessing Rieman College of Nursing, Quincy, Ill. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
OUR VIEW: Search is on for Demopolis High School athletics Apr 7, 2007
Goodwin will be closer to his two sons, who are in college at the University of North Alabama in Florence and Delta State University in Cleveland, Miss. Moody, of course, is returning home. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Florence tree program could set standard for state Apr 4, 2007
TREVOR STOKES/TimesDaily Chris Holder, a University of North Alabama junior studying geography, is part of a survey team that is creating an inventory of trees in Florence. FLORENCE -- The value of trees goes beyond their aesthetic and natural appeal. (Shoals TimesDaily)
• Olson on the move again Apr 2, 2007
Community College and the University of North Alabama. At North Alabama he was a two-time Division IIAll-American. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Goodwin says goodbye to DHS Mar 28, 2007
The move will put Goodwin much closer to his two sons, Dusty, who plays football at the University of North Alabama in Florence, and Devin, who plays football and baseball at Delta State in Cleveland, Miss. Demopolis will begin a search for a new head coach immediately after the official announcement of Goodwin's departure Espy said. (Demopolis Times, AL)
No more roaring for LSU mascot, Mike the Tiger Mar 19, 2007
The University of North Alabama has a lion and a lioness. Baylor has bears. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Men's Golf slips five spots, finishes seventh at Grover Page Classic Mar 8, 2007
The University of North Alabama led wire-to-wire in the 54-hole tournament, capping it off with a tournament-total 4-over-par 868 for the team win ... TEAM SCORING 1 - University of North Alabama - 288-291-289--868 (-4) 2 - Tennessee Technological University - 302-291-290--883 (+19) 3 - Murray State University - 303-297-293--893 (+29) 4 - University of Tennessee at Martin - 295-305-294--894 (+30) T5 - Morehead State University - 307-304-295--906 (+42) T5 - Lewis University - 302-306-298--906... (Siusalukis.com)
Film fest for Goober Mar 2, 2007
Named for the actor who portrayed the goofy grease monkey in Andy Griffith's old television show, the 10th annual George Lindsey UNA Film Festival opened Thursday at the University of North Alabama, Lindsey's alma mater. The Lindsey festival doesn't have the reputation of Redford's Sundance Festival, and northwest Alabama isn't a resort spot like Park City, Utah. (The Palm Beach Post)
Samford Men's Tennis Play Host To North Alabama Satuday Mar 2, 2007
---- The Samford men's tennis team play host to the University of North Alabama in an unscheduled match on Saturday, March 3. This will be the fourth non-conference match for the Bulldog men in a week. (Samfordsports.com)
Griffith's 'Goober' holds Ala. film fest Mar 2, 2007
Griffith's 'Goober' holds Ala. We want to do more than that, to show how you put music in a film, how you do this, how you do that. (The Morning Star)
Sculptor Brenda Garand to head studio art department Feb 28, 2007
The Dartmouth Online. Wednesday, February 28, 2007. (The Dartmouth Online, NH)
Major overhaul Feb 26, 2007
Work crews remove debris from the cavernous basement of Rogers Hall on the campus of the University of North Alabama in Florence. It is one of several repair and renovation projects under way at the university. (Shoals TimesDaily)
2003 Top 40 Under 40: A-E Feb 25, 2007
After graduating from the University of North Alabama, Mickey Berry took a position working in the home office of a large insurance company. Part of his job was to go out into the field and work with agents, helping them to build their staffs and increase sales. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
