BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Dec. 23 (TNSres) -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: By Brianna Hoge CoonAcute pancreatitis can affect a patient's quality of life because, for some, pancreatitis is not a one-time scenario. Instead they experience recurring episodes, and there is no indication as to when they will happen. Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas that can lead to severe pain, fever, abdominal swelling and high heart rate. It is estimated by the National Pancreas  more

AUBURN, Alabama, Dec. 23 (TNSres) -- Auburn University's College of Engineering issued the following news: By Cassie Montgomery 2023 was a big year for the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. The college wrapped it's 150th year celebration with a video recognizing life-changing engineering research and also recognized 100 years of Auburn women in engineering. Other notable videos highlighted student outreach, building industry connections and unique family ties to the college. Among the many v  more

MOBILE, Alabama, Dec. 22 -- The Alabama Department of Commerce posted the following news: New investments by key players in the Mobile aerospace cluster are setting the stage for future growth at what has become a major production hub for the global aviation industry. Airbus Americas is increasing its investment in the A220 final assembly line at its Alabama manufacturing facility by an additional $18.8 million, according to the Mobile Chamber. The company's investment in jigs, tools and manuf  more

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Dec. 22 -- Samford University issued the following news release: The Birmingham Business Journal, in partnership with Samford University, will host a 2024 Economic Forecast panel on Friday, January 12, at the Harbert Center in Birmingham. The event will have various business experts discussing what's ahead financially for the new year. Samford has been a long-time sponsor and host of the event. This year's session will feature Samford University Vice President of Advanceme  more

TROY, Alabama, Dec. 22 -- Troy University issued the following news on Dec. 21, 2023: Dothan business leader Velma Tribue gave over 100 Troy Dothan graduates insights on the power of believing during her commencement address Sunday afternoon. "You are here today because at some point in your life, you believed that this day would come. You put forth the effort, time, energy and sacrifice to make it happen," she said. "Graduates, within your hands you hold the seeds to your success. You decide   more

FLORENCE, Alabama, Dec. 23 -- The University of North Alabama issued the following news release: The University of North Alabama has placed fifth overall at the 2023 Collegiate World Cup of Sales, which took place this semester. The team earned the highest ranking in UNA history. Brian Morgan, the team coach as well as a lecturer in Management and Marketing in the Sanders College of Business and Technology, traveled with the five students to Orlando, Florida, to compete at the International Co  more