Kooper Rooks knows firsthand the profound impact that music can have on a person’s wellbeing. From stress reduction to pain management, music was one of the things that kept the sophomore inspired during his journey to becoming a childhood cancer survivor. “Anybody who has ever had a hard time, I guarantee they had an artist […]
What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Dr. Shafqat Ali Shad, assistant professor of data analytics in the Michael E. Stephens College of Business. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in?I’m originally from Islamabad, Pakistan, a city known for its beautiful scenery and lush greenery […]
Many University of Montevallo students took advantage of their time off this summer to get some hands-on experience in their desired career fields through internships. These valuable opportunities have taken our Falcons around the country, from Birmingham to Washington, D.C., from theatre to construction work. Check out what some UM students have been working on […]
The University of Montevallo has seen an increase in enrollment this fall, posting its highest overall enrollment in several years. The University began the fall semester on Aug. 21 with a total enrollment of 3,142, which is up about 5.4 percent since the fall 2023 semester. UM welcomed 592 freshmen this semester, its largest freshman […]
Crimson Tide sports fans know Chris Stewart’s voice; he’s been calling men’s basketball games at The University of Alabama for more than 20 years. Now, he’s picking up the microphone and stepping into a new position as the lead play-by-play announcer for Alabama football — a job he’s wanted ever since he was a kid. […]
The University of Montevallo’s Communication Studies Program has been chosen to receive the 2024 Rex Mix Program of Excellence Award. This prestigious accolade, presented annually by the National Communication Association (NCA), recognizes the top undergraduate communication programs across the nation. This is the second time that Montevallo has earned the award, the first time being […]
Anyone that meets Veronica Kloss can see that she is on a mission to fully embody the value of a liberal arts education at the University of Montevallo. Between her two majors, five minors and diverse campus involvement, the senior is dedicated to taking advantage of all that UM has to offer. “I do a […]
