Month October 2025


Global Voices Visit APR: State Department Delegation Tours Digital Media Center 

The College of Communication and Information Sciences (C&IS) continues to distinguish itself as a place where students experience opportunities with global impact. On Sept. 19, Alabama Public Radio (APR), stationed inside The University of Alabama’s Digital Media Center (DMC), welcomed its first State Department delegation. The event brought international voices and perspectives directly to campus. …


Minerva is Crafting the Next Generation of Ad Pros at UA 

At The University of Alabama, Minerva is more than just a classroom experience, it is a launching pad for the next wave of advertising professionals. Created in 2015, Minerva, centered around creative advertising, was created to help students graduate with a competitive portfolio, giving them an advantage when applying to work at top agencies. Led by Associate Professor Mark Barry, the course has become a creative hub where students, alums and faculty work together to push…