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May 29, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

UMNAA Dinner Honors 2024 Homecoming Award Recipients

The UM National Alumni Association celebrated the recipients of its 2024 Homecoming awards on Feb. 16 at its Homecoming awards dinner and annual business meeting in Anna Irvin Dining Hall. Jim Vann ’76 received the Distinguished Alumni Award, which is the UMNAA’s highest annual honor. Dr. Elizabeth Gassel Perkins ’04 received the Nathalie Molton Gibbons […]

May 29, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

Celebrating the Impact of Scholarships at Annual Appreciation Luncheon

Members of the University community gathered in Anna Irvin Dining Hall for the annual Scholarship Appreciation Luncheon on March 11. This event, hosted by UM’s Office of University Advancement, allows donors who have funded scholarships to meet the students who have benefited from their generosity, and gives those students an opportunity to express their gratitude. […]

May 29, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

Gold Side Takes the Win in 2024 College Night and Homecoming Weekend

“At this school, we are pure as gold,” proclaimed Student Government Association President Colton Rodano as Gold Side students, alumni, friends and family filling Palmer Auditorium on Feb. 17, broke out into screams, cheers and even tears. This winning catchphrase revealed that the 2024 College Night and Homecoming weekend had ended in a Gold Victory. […]

May 29, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

UM Students Visit Great Smoky Mountains on Class Trip 

For University of Montevallo students taking the National Parks and Public Lands class this year, spring break brought the opportunity to get outside the classroom and experience the wonder of national parks in person. Dr. Scott Turner, professor of political science, took the class to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee, where they spent […]

May 23, 2024 | Alumni Profile

Featured Falcons: Zach Banks

Zach Banks knew he belonged at the University of Montevallo from his first full day on campus as a freshman. He and his father showed up early on Move-In Day prepared for the long haul of carrying his things all the way up to his room on the third floor of Fuller Hall. To their […]

May 21, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

Featured Falcons: Carey Heatherly and Dr. Clark Hultquist

Watching the landscape of a college town shift over time is truly fascinating, from major changes like stately new buildings to something as small as a new tree. Though some things are different, those familiar with the University of Montevallo will still feel at home on the iconic campus and in its surrounding community, even […]

May 20, 2024 | Press Releases

University of Montevallo to Launch Nursing Program in Fall 2024

The University of Montevallo is set to start its new Nursing Program in the newly established College of Health Professions in August. The program, which will offer a pre-licensure BSN track and an RN to BSN track, was approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing at their meeting on May 17. “We are delighted to […]

May 20, 2024 | Press Releases

Featured Falcons: Audrey Crawford

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Audrey Crawford, executive director of Admissions. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I’m from Greensboro, Alabama, and currently live here in Montevallo. If you hold any degrees, what are they in and from what schools? A Bachelor […]

May 17, 2024 | Press Releases

UM Honors 480 Students on 2024 Spring Semester President's List

The University of Montevallo is proud to honor 480 students named to the President’s List for the 2024 spring 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. The following students were named to the […]

May 17, 2024 | Press Releases

UM Recognizes 352 Students on 2024 Spring Semester Dean's List

The University of Montevallo is proud to recognize 352 students named to the Dean’s List for the 2024 spring 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. The following students in each UM college […]

May 13, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

Featured Falcons: Anna Katherine Eastman

Though Anna Katherine Eastman originally planned to study biology, an interest in math and medicine drew her to the path of chemistry at the University of Montevallo. The recent UM graduate is Boston-bound this summer, as she has been selected for an internship at Harvard Medical School working alongside one of UM’s distinguished alumni, Dr. […]

May 8, 2024 | Press Releases

UM’s Mass Communication Program Included in BEA Rankings

The University of Montevallo’s Mass Communication Program was included in the Broadcast Education Association’s 2024 Recognition of Institutional Excellence in Media rankings for the first time. UM was featured among the top 100 programs in the nation and was second in the state of Alabama. The rankings are based solely on the creative achievements of […]

May 7, 2024 | Press Releases

University of Montevallo Celebrates Class of 2024 at Spring Commencement

      See the full Spring Commencement photo gallery. The University of Montevallo honored 297 candidates for bachelor’s degrees and 99 candidates for graduate degrees during the Spring Commencement ceremony May 4, on Flowerhill Lawn. Students, faculty, staff, family, friends and members of the UM community gathered on the sunny Saturday morning to celebrate […]

May 6, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

Featured Falcons: Jenny Bell

What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Jenny Bell, director of student life. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I’m from Ruston, Louisiana and now reside in Hoover, Alabama. If you hold any degrees, what are they in and from what schools? A B.A. […]

April 30, 2024 | Press Releases

University of Montevallo Launching Doctorate in Educational Leadership Degree

The University of Montevallo’s College of Education and Human Development will offer a Doctorate in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.) degree starting in the 2024-2025 academic year. This is the University’s first doctoral program. This online program targets seasoned professionals who aim to elevate their careers. It melds theory with practical inquiry, preparing graduates to tackle intricate […]

April 26, 2024 | Press Releases

UM to Host Multiple Youth Summer Camps on Campus

The University of Montevallo will host a variety of youth camps on its campus this summer. Registration is now open for the following opportunities: Ebenezer’s Explorers Summer Day Camp UM’s Environmental Education Program is hosting Ebenezer’s Explorers Summer Day Camps, which are week-long adventures exploring a different theme each day. Campers will enjoy spending time […]

April 11, 2024 | Press Releases

University of Montevallo to celebrate Earth Week April 15-19

The University of Montevallo is celebrating Earth Week 2024 with a wide variety of events hosted by the Environmental Club and Sustainability@UM. “Every year the students work hard to bring the community together around celebrating our planet,” said Dr. Susan Caplow, associate professor and program coordinator of environmental studies. “We look forward to engaging with […]

April 3, 2024 | Press Releases

UM Anglers Compete on the Highest Stage of Professional Fishing Circuits

University of Montevallo anglers Easton Fothergill and Dalton Head made bass fishing history in the month of March by competing against the top professional anglers in the world, while teammates Tyler Cory and Scott Sledge claimed the title at the Strike King Bassmaster College Classic presented by Bass Pro Shops in an eventful month for […]

March 27, 2024 | Press Releases

UM Retains Military Friendly School Status 

The University of Montevallo has once again earned the Military Friendly School designation for the 2024-2025 cycle. This is the fourth time UM has received the award since the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs opened in 2019.   “We are honored to be awarded the Military Friendly School designation again this year,” said Traci Crenshaw, […]

March 26, 2024 | More Montevallo Stories

Montevallo opening doors to students affected by Birmingham-Southern College closure

The University of Montevallo is working to help students affected by the recently announced closure of Birmingham-Southern College and is offering them an opportunity to seamlessly transition to UM to complete their education. Multiple academic scholarship opportunities are available to eligible students who transfer to Montevallo. UM admissions counselors are standing by to ensure a […]