The University of Montevallo honored deserving UM staff, faculty and alumni during the celebration of the University’s 121st Founders’ Day on Oct. 12. Michael J. Grainger, former president and chief operating officer of Ingram Micro Inc., was the recipient of this year’s Mary Lou Elder Williams Alumnus Loyalty Award. Each year, this distinguished honor is […]
According to a recent report, the University of Montevallo is ranked 12th among the top 250 schools for the lowest student loan debt for parents. This analysis was determined by The Student Loan Report, a website covering the latest in higher education financial aid. Using financial aid data licensed from Peterson’s to compile the latest listing, The Student Loan Report recognized the top colleges and universities in […]
The University of Montevallo honored deserving UM staff, faculty and alumni for their service during the celebration of the University’s 121st Founders’ Day on Oct. 12. The University of Montevallo’s National Alumni Association has recognized Tonja Battle with the Outstanding Staff Service Award for 2017. Battle graduated from UM in 2005, and has served as office manager of the English and Foreign Languages Department, and most recently as administrative assistant to the […]
During the celebration of the University of Montevallo’s 121st Founders’ Day, UM honored deserving staff, faculty and alumni for their service. On Oct. 12, the University of Montevallo’s National Alumni Association recognized Dr. Sherry Ford, professor of communication, with the Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Award for 2017. Ford’s journey through academia began at Jacksonville State University in 1992, where she received her bachelor’s degree in communication […]
The University of Montevallo is monitoring the forecast for Hurricane Nate. Tropical storm weather is predicted for the Birmingham area during the midday hours on Sunday, Oct. 8. At this point, the University plans to operate on a normal schedule Monday, Oct. 9. We realize many students may be traveling back to campus today and we urge […]
The University of Montevallo is steeped in traditions passed down from class to class — whether it’s the robing of the seniors at Founders’ Day, the intellectual smackdown of the Life Raft Debate or the month-long celebration of school spirit in College Night. However, some alumni share an even greater sense of lineage with members […]
By Dr. Bruce Finklea, Assistant Professor of Mass Communication Guest Column, published September 27, 2017 in the Shelby County Reporter. “I want to be on TV.” I hear that often from prospective students visiting the University of Montevallo who want to study multimedia journalism. But being a reporter is much more than just being on TV […]
Brian Kirkwood, a University of Montevallo student from Huntsville, Alabama, spent the summer working alongside UM alumnus Dr. Richard Cummings at the National Center for Glycomics Research lab, located in the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center of Harvard University. As a founding father of Phi Gamma Delta, former SGA vice president and current College Night […]
Dr. Heather Tinsley, associate professor of biology and UM’s 2016 University Scholar, was recently recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education’s Teaching Newsletter for her unique teaching methods. In an earlier newsletter, The Chronicle posed this question: “How have you helped students forge a deeper connection to your course? Are there strategies you’ve used to […]
On Tuesday, Sept. 19, representatives from several Alabama outdoor organizations gathered for a press conference at the Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club to promote the forthcoming National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 23. William Crawford, director of the University of Montevallo President’s Outdoor Scholars Program, was one of six speakers at the press conference. He discussed how the program not only engages […]
Colton Williamson, a University of Montevallo senior from Hazel Green, Alabama, was recently elected student trustee for UM’s Student Government Association. Williamson is a senior finance and marketing double major at the University. In addition to serving on SGA as trustee, he also serves as the college of business senator. Williamson is an honorary member of the National […]
The University of Montevallo and Lawson State Community College have announced a partnership to offer students easy transition from the community college to the four-year public university. The formalized program, continuUM, offers Lawson State students guaranteed admission to UM and eligibility for scholarships after earning an associates degree or 45 transferable credit hours. “This collaborative effort […]
According to the newly released rankings by U.S. News & World Report, the University of Montevallo now ranks 13th on the regional south listing for Great Schools, Great Prices, which measures the value of education received. For the majority of prospective college students and their families, cost is a major factor in determining which schools are viable […]
National guide for colleges endorses University of Montevallo for holistic professional education For years, students across the country have known that they could turn to Colleges of Distinction as a one-of-a-kind resource to find the best-fit school for them. Part of what makes Colleges of Distinction unique is how it evaluates schools based on their ability […]
By Dr. Alvin Taylor, Assistant Professor of Instructional/Teacher Leadership Guest Column, published August 23, 2017 in the Shelby County Reporter The beginning of school is upon us. This is the time of year when students, parents, educators and educational support staff are all making preparations and setting goals. One goal that all of these vested stakeholders have? Student success. The most important skill teachers and […]
On Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, mascots, student leaders and other supporters of Alabama’s 14 public universities joined Gov. Kay Ivey to proclaim Sept. 1 as College Colors Day in Alabama. The proclamation signing event was held at 11:30 a.m. on the front steps of the Alabama State Capitol. The University of Montevallo is a proud participant in College Colors Day, and encourages students, faculty, alumni and […]
If she’s not in class or spending time with her sisters in Chi Omega, it might prove difficult to pinpoint exactly where junior Hannah Garner could be. There’s a strong possibility she is camouflaged somewhere in the great outdoors of Alabama, poised and ready for passing wildlife. Garner grew up in the small town of […]
The University of Montevallo President’s Outdoor Scholars Program was recently awarded the Conservation Educator of the Year Award at the 2017 Alabama Wildlife Federation Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards banquet. The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) held the banquet, co-sponsored by Alabama Power Company and PowerSouth Energy on Friday, Aug. 4 at The Marriott Legends at Capitol […]
Ryann Taylor, a University of Montevallo student from Huntsville, was recently selected as The Tower’s editor-in-chief. Taylor is an English major and an upcoming senior at the University. In addition to her new position with The Tower, she is an active member of Chi Omega Sorority, the Montevallo Honors Program, Golden Key, Montevallo College Democrats, […]
William Daniel Yates, a University of Montevallo student from Alabaster, was recently selected to receive the Professional Achievement Award for his commitment and dedication to the National Association for Music Education. Yates is an upcoming senior and music education major at the University. He and four other students across the United States were selected for the Professional Achievement Award, […]
