By M.K. Bryant, News editor Eclipse Coffee and Books opened its doors in 2001, and quickly became a major part of the Montevallo community. In June 2017, the owners of Eclipse, Cheryl and Michael Patton…
UM unrolls plans for new dual enrollment offerings…
By Wesley Walter, News editor The University of Montevallo will be partnering with Shelby County Schools to offer an online dual enrollment course in health concepts beginning in the fall 2023 semester. The semester-long one…
Council recognizes retiring country radio host ‘Dollar’ Bill…
By Cady Inabinett, Managing editor of content The Montevallo City Council recognized several community members and groups at their April 10 meeting, including recognizing country radio host “Dollar” Bill Lawson—who is retiring after 50 years…
Faculty Senate approve paid parental leave policy, moves…
By Cady Inabinett, Managing editor of content Members of Montevallo’s Faculty Senate unanimously voted to approve a paid parental leave policy at their April 7 meeting. The policy, which has been a joint effort between…
News in brief
By Cady Inabinett, Managing editor of content ‘Divisive concepts’ bill makes appearance in Alabama legislature A bill banning public schools and colleges from promoting certain “divisive topics,” which include topics related to sex, race and…
Dr. Ashley Wurzbacher, 2023-2024 University Scholar, gives presentation
By Ashley Williams The University Scholar Selection Committee invited the campus to a special presentation by the 2022-2023 University Scholar, Dr. Ashley Wurzbacher, in the Pat Scales Collection Room at Carmichael Library on March 13.…
Students share work at Undergraduate Research Day
By Cady Inabinett, Managing editor of content Student researchers from departments across campus shared their work on March 15 as Montevallo’s Undergraduate Research Program hosted its 25th annual Undergraduate Research Day. The event, hosted in…
Faculty Senate discusses diversity equity and inclusivity, nursing…
By Wesley Walter, News editor In her President’s Report Faculty Senate President, Claire Edwards discussed her correspondence with UM President Dr. John Stewart regarding potential restrictions on course curriculum focused on diversity equity and inclusion. …