The controversy over the Talladega College Marching Tornado Band appearance at President Donald Trump’s inauguration parade has turned into one of the single greatest fundraising efforts ever for the school, according to the college’s president Billy Hawkins. As of Sunday evening, January…
I didn’t make it to any marches today. It was Shabbat and some things in my life come first. This week’s Parsha, or Torah reading, was the first section of Exodus where we learn about Moses’ life which famously starts…
The Birmingham Awesome Foundation sure knows the importance of innovation. This year they chose the UAB Solar Decathlon team for their monthly $1000 grant.
“This is so sad!” “This is so scary!” “How can this happen?” My non-Jewish friends want to know. How could over 40 JCCs receive bomb threats like this, in 2017? JCCs all across the country received them, from small towns…
The University of Alabama has scaled this year’s list of rankings for top online programs in the nation. Their leap has put UAB in the top 27% nationally for online bachelor’s degree programs.
Even schools get report cards. You can find your school and it’s district information on the Alabama Accountability System’s website. This year the Birmingham suburbs had pretty impressive marks. Not so much for the Birmingham City Schools.
There is a lot to say about the environment/ecosystem the Magic City inherently promotes for startups – One that is inviting, supportive, and full of great networking opportunities. These college students, from Birmingham Southern College, have certainly found that in…
Startup Grind Birmingham I talked with Bay Shaffer, the Director of B’ham Startup Grind, to let you know what they’re all about.
View this post on Instagram A post shared by UAB National Alumni Society (@uabalumni) Birmingham’s favorite dragon turns 21 today. Happy Birthday to the UAB mascot that stole everyone’s heart.
The Magic City is not the only area of town subject to revitalization and more redevelopment. Samford University joins in on the excitement by applying $31 Million to its infrastructure to give future students, faculty, and staff a better home.…
Whether it’s understanding a note from your doctor or the beauty of humanity found in Freytag’s pyramid, reading, along with reading comprehension, are two abilities that allow us to navigate the world successfully. Sometimes I take these endowments for granted, like…
The Birmingham Zoo – a pride and joy of Bham’s and the state as a whole continues its momentum. For the 6th year in a row, the establishment has surpassed the prior year in attendance! Quick Factoid: Did you know…
Samford University – Est. 1841 – celebrates its 175th birthday as 2016 comes to a close. This milestone is dedicated to its many years of excellence and achievement within its 10 schools.
It’s the most frequently asked question after Christmas Day. Where can I recycle my Christmas tree? This week, the Alabama Environmental Council, one of the state’s oldest environmental organizations, published on their website the answers.
Technology, Entertainment, and Design – TED Talks are all about adding value by providing info sessions on the up and coming tech., daily news, and innovation that will shape our future. With independent volunteer initiatives throughout the country, licensed under…