Category: Press Releases

The University of Montevallo will be honoring the memory of alumna Rebecca Luker by naming the stage in its new Center for the Arts after her.    A 1984 UM graduate, Luker, who died on Dec. 23, 2020, led a lengthy and distinguished career as a Broadway actress.   A vocal performance major at UM, Luker was previously awarded an honorary doctorate… Continue reading University of Montevallo naming stage in memory of alumna Rebecca Luker

The University of Montevallo has one of the top nutrition degree programs in the nation, according to a ranking recently published by intelligent.com.   The website recently released its 2021 list of  The Top 50 Nutrition Degree Programs  in the nation, and UM’s Exercise and Nutrition Science Program ranked as the top in the South… Continue reading UM named one of top nutrition degree programs in the nation

  University of Montevallo sophomore business management major Marisa Snodgrass has had a sizable impact on campus and throughout the region during her time as a UM student. As a member of the UM women’s basketball team, Snodgrass has been a regular fixture among the Gulf South Conference’s list of awards. During her first season… Continue reading Student spotlight – Marisa Snodgrass

  Trustmark Bank recently presented the University of Montevallo with another donation to support the Trustmark Bank Scholarship, which assists at-risk or economically disadvantaged students. Trustmark Bank has been supporting UM’s scholarship program for more than 30 years. The donation was presented by Trustmark Bank Assistant Vice President Kyle Hood, along with Branch Manager Michelle… Continue reading Trustmark Bank provides annual donation to support UM scholarships

The University of Montevallo offers one of the top online education master’s degree programs in the nation, according to U.S. News and World Report.   The publication recently released its 2021  list  of the Best Online Programs, and UM’s College of Education & Human Development ranked among the top in Alabama and in the top 70 in… Continue reading UM ranks among top online education master’s programs

The University of Montevallo is proud to recognize 516 students named to the President’s List for the 2020 fall semester. To make the President’s List, a student must earn at least a 3.8 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and be a full-time student at the University. Andrew Abbott Pelham AL Sarah Abualhaija Helena… Continue reading UM announces President’s List for fall 2020

The University of Montevallo is proud to recognize 316 students named to the Dean’s List for the 2020 fall semester. To make the Dean’s List, a student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and be a full-time student at the University. Alyah Abrams Pleasant Grove AL Luis Alcantara Helena AL Zoey… Continue reading UM announces Dean’s List for fall 2020

When sophomore accounting major Molly Hansen arrived on the UM campus for a tour as a high school senior, she immediately knew Montevallo was what she was looking for. “I knew I belonged at Montevallo when I took a tour of the school during my senior year of high school and loved the vibe on… Continue reading Student spotlight – Molly Hansen

On Jan. 5, Trustmark Bank presented the University of Montevallo with a $20,000 donation to support the Trustmark Bank Scholarship, which assists at-risk or economically disadvantaged students. The donation was presented by Trustmark Bank President David Darby and Montevallo Branch Manager Michelle Lowery to UM Vice President of Advancement and External Affairs Scott Dillard. Trustmark bank… Continue reading Trustmark Bank donates $20,000 to support UM scholarship

Many University of Montevallo students were honored for their achievements during the University’s Senior Elite Night on Nov. 4, which was held virtually this year due to COVID-19. The event is a longstanding tradition dating back to 1933, and honors students who have demonstrated outstanding academic and leadership abilities during their time on campus. Faculty… Continue reading Outstanding UM students honored at virtual Senior Elite Night