| The
University of Alabama
The
University of Alabama is a major, comprehensive,
student-centered research university founded in 1831
as Alabama’s first public college. Dedicated to
excellence in teaching, research and service, we
provide a creative, nurturing campus environment
where our students can become the best individuals
possible … learn from the best and brightest faculty
… and make a positive difference in the community,
the state and the world.
For 175
years, The University of Alabama has been equipping
young men and women with the academic ability and
character to pursue fulfilling, meaningful life's
work. Along the way, we have become a family - a
crimson family - steeped in pride and traditions of
excellence. 41 NCAA national athletic
championships. A Greek System that is one of the
oldest and most respected in the nation. An Alumni
Association with over 100 active chapters. And a top
10 percent standing in national merit scholars. At
Alabama's flagship university, one word defines
pride and tradition... crimson.
Enrollment at The University of Alabama is at a
record high of 23,878 for fall 2006. The entering
freshman class, at 4,378 students, is the largest in
UA history.
We
welcome you to the University of Alabama.
University of Alabama Web site:
http://www.ua.edu
Campus Map:
http://tour.ua.edu/map.html
Directions
Home to the University of Alabama,
Tuscaloosa is nestled along the banks of the Black
Warrior River in Central Alabama.
Airport:
Birmingham, Alabama International Airport is the
nearest airport to Tuscaloosa, AL. It is
approximately 60 miles to Tuscaloosa from Birmingham
via interstate.
http://www.bhamintlairport.com/
Travel Directions from Birmingham to the
Hampton Inn-University from I-20/59
·
Take
I-20/59 south to Exit 73 (McFarland Blvd)
·
Turn
right onto McFarland Blvd.
·
Proceed
on McFarland to Campus Drive Exit (approximately 3
miles)
·
Take a
right off of exit to Julia Tutwiler. Take Julia
Tutwiler for one block, and take first right turn,
placing you on Harper Lee Drive. Follow Harper Lee
to entrance on right
Regional Driving Directions to
Tuscaloosa, AL:
Office phone: 205 348-2288 |
