Alabama Higher Education Partnership

Join us for Higher Ed Day on February 20th at the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery! This is your chance to meet legislators, make your voice heard and rally for the future of higher education in Alabama. Let’s stand together to show the power of our student community! #HigherEdDay

Partnerships in higher education provide opportunities for students to innovate for a future beyond our atmosphere. ?? Doctoral student?Ledia Shehu was recently selected to receive NASA’s FINESST grant to fund her development of 3D-printed concrete that will provide a more practical approach to building on the moon. With NASA’s long-standing partnership with the The University of Alabama in Huntsville being a primary factor in?Ledia’s?choice in the school, she now?has the opportunity to?collaborate with NASA’s researchers and engineers to advance her innovation. ??

Higher education pays off - intellectually AND financially. ?? As seen on the HEP resource guide, a college degree brings annual earnings up to 85%. In Alabama alone, college graduates were expected to make around $10,000 more than their peers without a Bachelor’s Degree in 2020. ?? Visit our website to access more information about education's monetary value on our annual resource guide. ??

From UA to Disney, dreams come true! Alyse Goodwin turned her childhood passion for Disney into a remarkable career as the Manager of Technology at Walt Disney World. With hard work, internships and relentless drive, she shows us the power of dreaming big and seizing every opportunity. Her journey from campus involvement to professional excellence is an inspiration for anyone chasing their goals. Remember to love where you work, and the rest will follow! ? #HigherEdSuccess?#UAGrad

See the Athens State University difference through the eyes of our students! ??? In this testimonial, a current student shares how Athens State has shaped their professional development journey. ?? Watch now and learn how Athens State University can help you achieve your dreams!

Get?ready for HED 2025! ???Join us in Montgomery on Feb. 20 to show Alabama's leaders the value of our universities! Use your voice to advocate?forpolicies that impact the future of your education! Don’t miss out—spread the word and tag your friends! ???? #HED2025

Congratulations to the University of Montevallo’s Carmichael Library for being selected to host the “Americans and the Holocaust” traveling exhibition, presented by the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum! Running Jan. 11-Feb. 22, 2025, this exhibit examines how Americans responded to Nazism and genocide in the 1930s and 1940s and will include lectures from local experts with programming tailored to the Montevallo campus and surrounding community. Join us in supporting higher education and fostering critical dialogue by attending this impactful exhibit!

University of Alabama at Birmingham is transforming its public relations students into award-winning professionals and highly sought-after hires. Through hands-on experience with the student-led Public Relations Council of Alabama (PRCA) and the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), these students are gaining invaluable real-world skills and earning well-deserved recognition for their efforts. At the recent PRCA Annual Convention, UAB’s chapter took home 28 out of 41 awards.?Additonally, in the PRSA Awards, UAB earned an award in every category they applied for. These outstanding accomplishments are elevating UAB's public relations program and putting it on the map. ?

Did you know that in 2020, more than one-fourth of the job market required a bachelor's degree or higher for an entry-level position? Over the years higher education has become essential for career growth and success. Investing in your degree will provide you with the skills and knowledge that set you apart in a competitive job market. Start your higher education journey now and watch how it opens doors to a brighter future! ????

130+ years of building leaders and changemakers!? At Troy University you'll find small classes, expert professors and a global community—all designed to prepare you for success in your professional journey. Discover how Troy University can help you take the next step toward your dream career in the medical field and beyond when you invest in higher education.