From the classroom to the courtroom, University of Montevallo alum Daniel McBrayer has forged a successful path as an assistant United States attorney, demonstrating his strong commitment to justice and public service. As a high schooler looking to further his education, he didn’t simply choose Montevallo — in his words, Montevallo chose him. “I wasn’t […]
It was Purple Side’s year to “unite the family we love” as they clinched a victory at the 2025 College Night celebration on Saturday, Feb. 15. Palmer Hall Auditorium was filled with Purple pride as Student Trustee Kendall Miller read the winning catchphrase. The side’s students, alumni, friends and family burst into celebration at the […]
The University of Montevallo is excited to participate in Free App Week once again and offer high school and transfer students an opportunity to explore life on the bricks by attending its upcoming Spring Preview Day on March 8. During Free App Week — Monday, Feb. 24 to Friday, Feb. 28 — you can apply […]
The University of Montevallo received a $20,000 grant from the Cawaco Resource Conservation & Development Council that has gone toward refurbishing a pre-existing structure into a multi-purpose storage room for UM’s cycling team. The grant funds are available through a partnership between Cawaco RC&D and the Alabama State Legislature. Cawaco RC&D is a nonprofit organization […]
What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Laurel Hall Dobbins, assistant director of Alumni Affairs. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? I’m from Hoover, and I currently reside in Calera with my husband, Jason, and our cat, Lucille. If you hold any degrees, what […]
Gold Side: Cole Broadhead Gold spirit shines brightly in Cole Broadhead, who is heading into the 2025 College Night season as the sole leader of Gold Side. Only a few times before in College Night history has a side competed with just one leader at the helm, but the Brookwood native is ready for the […]
The University of Montevallo’s online graduate education programs in the College of Education and Human Development have soared in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Master’s in Education Programs national rankings. Montevallo’s excellence in online graduate education programs has been recognized with a ranking of 54 nationally, moving up from 73rd last year. Also, […]
The University of Montevallo is proud to honor 567 students named to the President’s List for the fall 2024 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 […]
The University of Montevallo is proud to recognize 377 students named to the Dean’s List for the 2024 fall 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 […]
Your home: Alabaster Your hometown: Birmingham What is your profession? I’m a customer service manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama. What made you choose your career path? I was going to go to medical school and then I took human genetics. It was like, “Uh, this is not for me.” I majored in kinesiology because […]
Generosity Heals: Bob Chapman Gives Back, Thanks UM for his Health Care Career When Robert C. “Bob” Chapman first came to UM (then Alabama College), he didn’t know yet that his passion for health care would spark a nearly 40-year career in health care administration. “I recognized the health care needs of people, whether it’s […]
Reflecting on National Championship and Looking to the Future As a small child, Gabe Hixenbaugh wanted to be a boxer. “My mom wasn’t really about that, so she wanted me to get into wrestling instead,” the graduate student said. This alternative proved fruitful for the Alabaster native, who clinched a national wrestling championship victory in March […]
From Falcon Parent to Faculty, Dr. Crystal Bennett is Nurturing Future Nurses Growing up in Pensacola, Dr. Crystal Bennett became interested in nursing after visiting her grandmother in a nursing home and witnessing the compassionate care provided by the staff. “I remember watching people feed her and brush her hair,” she said. “And I thought, […]
The UM National Alumni Association hosted its annual awards dinner on Oct. 10, closing out the 2024 Founders’ Day festivities by honoring the recipients of its Outstanding Staff Service Award, Outstanding Commitment to Teaching Award and Mary Lou Elder Williams Alumni Loyalty Award. Outstanding Staff Service Award The Outstanding Staff Service Award, which recognizes a […]
Annual Founders’ Day activities were held Thursday, Oct. 10, to commemorate the University’s 128-year history of service to education in the state of Alabama and its alumni. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and family came together to celebrate the “hope, strength and resilience” of the institution and its community. The day’s events began with the morning […]
Vallo Voice is published every week on Mondays, followed by an update on Thursdays. Share news, announcements and upcoming events with campus by submitting requests at pw8b.theabsolutelongestwebdomainnameinthewholegoddamnfuckinguniverse.com/about-um/marcomm/vallo-voice/. Issues for 2025 are available below. February 3, 2025January 27, 2025January 22, 2025January 13, 2025January 6, 2025 2024 Issues December 9, 2024December 2, 2024November 18, 2024November 12, 2024November […]
Vallo Voice is published every week on Mondays, followed by an update on Thursdays. Share news, announcements and upcoming events with campus by submitting requests at pw8b.theabsolutelongestwebdomainnameinthewholegoddamnfuckinguniverse.com/about-um/marcomm/vallo-voice/. Issues for 2025 are available below. February 3, 2025January 27, 2025January 22, 2025January 13, 2025January 6, 2025 2024 Issues December 9, 2024December 2, 2024November 18, 2024November 12, 2024November […]
The University of Montevallo will offer a Master of Education in Special Education (K-6 and 6-12) starting in fall 2025. Designed for those who are passionate about making a difference for students with disabilities, these online programs will prepare individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to support diverse learners in various educational settings. With […]
What is your name and current title with the University of Montevallo? Dr. Emma Cole, assistant professor of accounting. Where are you from and what city do you currently reside in? Originally from the Midwest, currently residing in Montevallo. If you hold any degrees, what are they in and from what schools? I have a […]
The University of Montevallo recognized the hard work and achievements of 144 graduates at its Fall Commencement ceremony on Dec. 13 in the McChesney Student Activity Center. “I want each of you to know that we are proud of you, and we wish you much success in your future endeavors,” said UM President Dr. John […]
