By Lily McCormick The University of Montevallo hosted the Gulf South Conference Championship on Nov. 5. Both the men’s and women’s cross country teams competed on their home course. This was the first time Montevallo…
Montevallo students cope with uncertainty amidst COVID-19 outbreak
On March 13, the University of Montevallo announced it was temporarily closing its doors in the wake of the continued spread of COVID-19. The announcement was both shocking and unsurprising. For months it seemed to…
Vintage Purples fundraise for College Night endowment
For many students here at the University of Montevallo, College Night is an integral and memorable part of their college experience. Every year, College Night brings out a new group of talented and passionate players…
You’re probably not getting drafted
On Jan. 3, 2020, the US Pentagon ordered a drone strike near Baghdad International Airport, killing Iranian major general Quasem Soleimani. Considered the second most powerful man in Iran, his death killing shocked leaders across the world, most of whom called for immediate de-escalation…
Tobacco age increases
On Dec. 2, the President signed legislation that amended the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, making it illegal for retailers to sell tobacco products (Juuls, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, chewing tobacco etc.) to individuals under the age…
History Department hosts Antique Roadshow
Books were provided to the show by the library archive. Photo by Jamie Browder. On Oct. 23, the University of Montevallo History Department held Antiques Roadshow Montevallo in the J.A. Brown Room of Carmichael Library. Organized by…
Senator discusses teacher shortage at roundtable
Mark Dixon, Avis Williams, J.W. Carpenter, Sen. Doug Jones and Dr. Courtney Bentley dissing teacher retention at roundtable. Photo by Caleb Jones On Saturday, Aug. 24, Senator Doug Jones, D-Ala, hosted a roundtable discussion in…
UM students present undergraduate research
Undergraduate Research Day is hosted in Harman Hall every year. Photo by Caleb Jones On Wednesday, March 20, 43 University of Montevallo students took part in the 22nd annual Undergraduate Research Day. According to UM’s…