Category: Montevallo Today

The University of Montevallo held a celebration dedicating the new Grainger Community Counseling and Wellness Clinic on May 9.   Thanks to a generous donation from Michael and Donna Grainger, the clinic, which is located in Sims House on Middle Street, will provide free mental health counseling services for adults and children in need living in… Continue reading University of Montevallo Holds Dedication Ceremony for Free Counseling and Wellness Clinic

Many University of Montevallo students were honored for their achievements during the University’s Elite Night on Nov. 10. 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 in each academic department select the student Senior Elite honorees,… Continue reading Outstanding UM students recognized on Elite Night

By Emily Reed Senior Claudia Bonney Amamoo made it a goal to be actively involved during her time as a student at UM. Amamoo said when deciding where she would attend college, she chose the University of Montevallo because she believed she belonged. “I was vastly impressed by the welcoming staff and the serene environment,”… Continue reading Student Profile: UM involvement preparing path to United Nations for Amamoo

By Emily Reed Carey Heatherly has a penchant for uncovering things about the past, something he often does in his role as the UM archivist and special collections librarian. “I love being able to snoop through old documents and uncover interesting tidbits of information,” Heatherly said. “Reading old newspapers is one of my absolute favorite… Continue reading Faculty Profile: Heatherly preserves the past

Over the last several months, a pair of renovation projects has helped modernize UM’s Carmichael Library, Harman Hall and Sims House allowing programs in the two facilities to better serve students, faculty and the community.  Carmichael Library transformed Throughout summer 2021, crews worked to transform several areas of the library into state-of-the-art spaces for instruction,… Continue reading Renovations modernize Carmichael Library and Harman Hall

The Department of Athletics hosted the 2021 Hall of Fame induction ceremony June 12 in Trustmark Arena in the McChesney Student Activity Center honoring former Falcons who made a lasting impact, whether from athletic accomplishment or meritorious service. The 11-member Montevallo Athletics Hall of Fame committee was tasked with selecting some of the best individuals… Continue reading UM Inducts 2021 Athletics Hall of Fame Class

​ During this year’s Homecoming celebration in mid-March, themed We’re All in This Together, held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the UM National Alumni Association recognized three alumni for their success and contributions to the community. The honorees received their awards during the virtual UMNAA Awards Presentation on Friday, March 12, and were honored… Continue reading UMNAA Celebrates Alumni Achievement

UM’s Student Health Services and Counseling Services adapted to continue delivering assistance to students and employees despite the disruption caused by COVID-19, and the University’s counseling master’s degree program is looking to expand its counseling services to rural areas in central Alabama. Over the past year, Student Health Services and Counseling Services pivoted to a… Continue reading On- and off-campus telehealth programs serve UM, greater community

By Emily Reed During an indoor track and field event in March 2020, everything changed for the Athletics Department at the University of Montevallo. “We were hosting the event at the Birmingham Crossplex when we got the call that the event was canceled due to everything shutting down with the pandemic,” said Athletics Director Mark… Continue reading Athletic department overcomes year like no other