University of Alabama updates

[Packer16]

Just spoke to someone in Admissions and numbers of incoming freshmen will be leveled off to around 8,100 this Fall. This has been done by design because there is limited room available and demand was way up. Also, Registration is showing that retention numbers are up. Therefore, they are expecting over 41,000 when all is totaled. This person didn't have access to graduate school numbers, so, if there is a significant increase there, the total could be even higher. The complete picture won't be known untiil after census numbers are taken in September. RTR

[chadinhsv]

Originally Posted by Packer16

Just spoke to someone in Admissions and numbers of incoming freshmen will be leveled off to around 8,100 this Fall. This has been done by design because there is limited room available and demand was way up. Also, Registration is showing that retention numbers are up. Therefore, they are expecting over 41,000 when all is totaled. This person didn't have access to graduate school numbers, so, if there is a significant increase there, the total could be even higher. The complete picture won't be known untiil after census numbers are taken in September. RTR

Thanks for the update Packer. I believe we had 8,032 freshmen this fall so it's not really coming down like I was expecting. That is great news about retention though. I want to see the number of in-state kids this year to see if we are starting to trend is continuing. Looking forward to September when the report comes out

[Packer16]

Originally Posted by chadinhsv

Thanks for the update Packer. I believe we had 8,032 freshmen this fall so it's not really coming down like I was expecting. That is great news about retention though. I want to see the number of in-state kids this year to see if we are starting to trend is continuing. Looking forward to September when the report comes out

Was just told that in-state numbers are up, slightly. But, there is always what they call a level of "melt" (students who go through orientation, but, don't show up in the Fall). That's why the final census numbers in mid September are the real numbers. That said, they expect, at least, around the same number as last Fall's record class. So, the momentum is continuing. RTR

[Packer16]

Update on the Jack Warner Pkwy/ MLK Blvd upgrade (Phase 3)

As most of you know, this project was originally supposed to be constructed in 2 Phases, but, a Phase 3 section (under the old train trestle and bending south) was seperated from the first two phases because the city and the railroad company were stalled in negotiations of how to handle widening the Parkway passing under two railroad bridges in that short section.
This info is straight from Mayor Maddox: They had submitted grants to get a new railroad bridge (just to the west of the old bridge) built that would accommodate the Parkway passing under it. Well, the grants were rejected, even after appeals, so, they are going to go ahead and secure the area around the old trestle and cut out a section for the Parkway to pass. This will allow them to finish that short section of the project, therefore completing the entire project. Work will begin in the first quarter of 2026.
The completion of this project is important because it clears the way to continue the "Innovation District" planning. And, with Dr. Mohler now at work, hopefully we'll hear some news on that project in the near future. RTR

[atlanta68]

I am excited about the new leader taking office. I see a lot of parents in my work here in Atlanta and rarely hear them talking about their children considering UA. That needs to change. Too many still think that Auburn is the go to Engineering program in Alabama and don't even bother visiting UA. How in the world did UA let Auburn get an edge over it in reputation anyway? I mean, UA had one of the first engineering programs in the nation.

Anyway, I know we get more out of state students than virtually any other school, but here in Atlanta, the reputation is not what it should be. I plan on writing Dr. Mohler a letter encouraging him to commit to improving UA's reputation. I think he wants that to happen, but I wish more alumni would put the pressure on admin to make this a top priority. GA is such a great target given its proximity. I would rather have more Atlanta students at UA than Northern ones.

[chadinhsv]

Originally Posted by atlanta68

I am excited about the new leader taking office. I see a lot of parents in my work here in Atlanta and rarely hear them talking about their children considering UA. That needs to change. Too many still think that Auburn is the go to Engineering program in Alabama and don't even bother visiting UA. How in the world did UA let Auburn get an edge over it in reputation anyway? I mean, UA had one of the first engineering programs in the nation.

Anyway, I know we get more out of state students than virtually any other school, but here in Atlanta, the reputation is not what it should be. I plan on writing Dr. Mohler a letter encouraging him to commit to improving UA's reputation. I think he wants that to happen, but I wish more alumni would put the pressure on admin to make this a top priority. GA is such a great target given its proximity. I would rather have more Atlanta students at UA than Northern ones.

I don't doubt your sources as you are closer to it than I am, but the numbers from year to year show an increase of kids from Georgia. It's safe to assume those numbers are in the Atlanta area as it's such a huge part of the state. Also, based on my social media feeds a lot of the suburban Atlanta kids are going to Bama now more than before. In fact, there were many senior classes where the order of popularity (not local small colleges such as Kennesaw St/Mercer) was of course #1 UGA and we were coming in at #2 and had quite a few more than AU. In saying that, I'm sure more kids from Atlanta go to AU overall since it's so close by but we are making up ground in that city compared to 20 years ago when I was at UA

[Packer16]

Chad, thank you for your post. I just want you to know who you’re dealing with, when you respond to “atlanta”. An individual who claims to want high standards for incoming students at UA when he attended a school that accepts 100% of applicants. The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine has three shopping center campuses in the United States. San Diego- https://edurank.org/uni/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-san-diego/ : New York- https://www.unigo.com/colleges/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-new-york : Chicago- https://www.unigo.com/colleges/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-chicago . (As you can see, ALL have 100% acceptance rates.. And , look at those stellar rankings. LOL) “atlanta” states that the parents who come through his office never mention UA for their children’s college destination. I say, WONDERFUL!!! If the kid’s parents are seeking the quackery of an acupuncture treatment, then, they may as well depend on Sand Mountain “Snake Handlers” for treatment. It’s just a window into the mind-set. Just wanted you to know what you are dealing with. Great post, Chad. You are a true UA supporter. RTR

[chadinhsv]

Originally Posted by Packer16

Chad, thank you for your post. I just want you to know who you’re dealing with, when you respond to “atlanta”. An individual who claims to want high standards for incoming students at UA when he attended a school that accepts 100% of applicants. The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine has three shopping center campuses in the United States. San Diego- https://edurank.org/uni/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-san-diego/ : New York- https://www.unigo.com/colleges/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-new-york : Chicago- https://www.unigo.com/colleges/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-chicago . (As you can see, ALL have 100% acceptance rates.. And , look at those stellar rankings. LOL) “atlanta” states that the parents who come through his office never mention UA for their children’s college destination. I say, WONDERFUL!!! If the kid’s parents are seeking the quackery of an acupuncture treatment, then, they may as well depend on Sand Mountain “Snake Handlers” for treatment. It’s just a window into the mind-set. Just wanted you to know what you are dealing with. Great post, Chad. You are a true UA supporter. RTR

Hahahaha....you guys crack me up. I know there is some bad blood between you two but man I would love to have a beer with you guys and see you two go at each other in person. Now that Egan's is back we can make that happen. It will be like a poetry read off of insults and would be highly entertaining

[Packer16]

Egan's is tha bomb diggity!!! So glad it's coming back. And, the new owners have the capital to keep it going and the respect for history to bring it back to greatness. If I see the "Wall of Victims" return, my faith in humanity will return. RTR

[atlanta68]

Originally Posted by Packer16

Chad, thank you for your post. I just want you to know who you’re dealing with, when you respond to “atlanta”. An individual who claims to want high standards for incoming students at UA when he attended a school that accepts 100% of applicants. The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine has three shopping center campuses in the United States. San Diego- https://edurank.org/uni/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-san-diego/ : New York- https://www.unigo.com/colleges/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-new-york : Chicago- https://www.unigo.com/colleges/pacific-college-of-oriental-medicine-chicago . (As you can see, ALL have 100% acceptance rates.. And , look at those stellar rankings. LOL) “atlanta” states that the parents who come through his office never mention UA for their children’s college destination. I say, WONDERFUL!!! If the kid’s parents are seeking the quackery of an acupuncture treatment, then, they may as well depend on Sand Mountain “Snake Handlers” for treatment. It’s just a window into the mind-set. Just wanted you to know what you are dealing with. Great post, Chad. You are a true UA supporter. RTR

Once again, Packer thinks he has something over me when it comes to my academic choices. Shopping center choices lol. Ok. Sure Jan. Grow up Packer. You aren't helping UA with your rah rah my school is perfect attitude.

I have been published twice in academic journals, and am proud of my work. I have never attended a school that accepts every application. I practice a state licensed medical profession and my patients love what I do. I have 117 five star reviews. I am only reporting what parents tell me. If you don't like it, keep your head in the sand and continue not to care that UA's academic rep has suffered. I for one will not shut up about it.

[atlanta68]

https://news.ua.edu/2025/07/office-of-ac...EkbzM4JGcwJHQxNzU0MzE2MjI2JGo1NSRsMCRoMA.. New Academic apppointments, not sure what this means for UA Academics, but it seems like a shuffle in leadership which could be good.

[chadinhsv]

UAMCA (Univ of Alabama Management Consulting Academy) posted some impressive numbers today. These are some of our top students in the business school that will go on to consultant positions after graduation (undergrad). This was all in a post on LinkedIn but no article or link to the story. Some key points:

-Avg full time salary is $91,909. Avg signing bonus was $6,650
-Undergraduate case team had a phenomenal year winning 3 wins and a third place finish in case competitions
-Top Employers: Boston Consulting Group, PWC, Bain & Company, McKinsey & Company, Crowe, Deloitte, Porsche, and Lockheed Martin
-Top Destinations: Dallas, San Diego, New York, McLean VA, Houston, and ATLANTA

[Packer16]

Great post, Chad. I think it is clear that UA develops students extremely well. The University of Alabama has always had a strong presence in Atlanta, and it continues to this day. One state, Illinois, that has been concerned about the University of Alabama draining their best talent was published in an article in the Chicago Times. It's great to send the "University of Alabama" brand out into the world and extend that University's footprint. The University of Alabama is a "true" National University now. I just want everyone to know, I tell the TRUTH in my posts on this message board. Whiney "Debbie Downers" getting their 🞵🞵🞵🞵🞵🞵🞵 in a wad about my posts makes me laugh. The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine is nothing but a diploma factory to feed fragile egos. And, those who pay to get a certificate (printed on perforated paper), then, put on a white coat and try to pass themselves as a Doctor, are the true "sad sacks" of this world. They should be ashamed. I definitly am ashamed for them. Anyway, I may have to do a deep dive into this "Pacific College of Oriental Medicine" and let the public know what a sham of an institution it is. RTR

[atlanta68]

Originally Posted by Packer16

Great post, Chad. I think it is clear that UA develops students extremely well. The University of Alabama has always had a strong presence in Atlanta, and it continues to this day. One state, Illinois, that has been concerned about the University of Alabama draining their best talent was published in an article in the Chicago Times. It's great to send the "University of Alabama" brand out into the world and extend that University's footprint. The University of Alabama is a "true" National University now. I just want everyone to know, I tell the TRUTH in my posts on this message board. Whiney "Debbie Downers" getting their 🞵🞵🞵🞵🞵🞵🞵 in a wad about my posts makes me laugh. The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine is nothing but a diploma factory to feed fragile egos. And, those who pay to get a certificate (printed on perforated paper), then, put on a white coat and try to pass themselves as a Doctor, are the true "sad sacks" of this world. They should be ashamed. I definitly am ashamed for them. Anyway, I may have to do a deep dive into this "Pacific College of Oriental Medicine" and let the public know what a sham of an institution it is. RTR

I attended PCOM for a transitional Doctorate, so like my fellow classmates in the doctoral program, I had to have already obtained a Masters. Packer, you are like a mom whose baby can do no wrong. I want the best for UA and am not afraid to call out its leadership for letting its academic reputation suffer after so many years of improvement. I hope Dr. Mohler will raise admission standards. If he does not, I won't hesitate to speak up about it. It is time for UA alumni who care about the reputation of our school to demand a change in admissions policies. Or maybe you are ok with the fact that UA is now tied with UAB in the USNWR and is one of the lowest ranked programs in the SEC. Tuscaloosa developers should not be running admissions policy. Oh and last I checked, states don't provide licenses to snake handlers, but they do to Acupuncturists. Nor do athletic teams across the nation have snake handlers on staff, but they do have Acupuncturists on staff. I know for a fact, UA athletes have used Acupuncture to help recover from injuries. There is a UA alum in Tuscaloosa who practices Acupuncture there, and she stays very busy.

If you have an issue with Chinese Medicine, maybe consider that you are racist, a Western chauvinist, and flat out ignorant.

[Packer16]

I read that The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine ranks 5,991 out of 6,775 medical schools. With a 100% admission rate, it seems the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine is begging for warm bodies and cash. The more I find out about it, the worse the place looks.
Maybe, you're the ignorant one for thinking you're going to make any difference
by ranting on a message board about UA's standards. It gets absolutely nothing done. I hope you do write that letter to Dr. Mohler. When I have a beef, I go to the source. I don't whine to the wind. If you do write that letter, you may find that he could school you a bit on The University of Alabama's "reputation" and why he left a fantastic situation to come here. For your bloated ego to get on here and "demand" anything from UA is laughable. Maybe, you should focus on that disturbing diploma mill, The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
When you get a response from Dr. Mohler, I hope you post it here. RTR

[atlanta68]

Originally Posted by Packer16

I read that The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine ranks 5,991 out of 6,775 medical schools. With a 100% admission rate, it seems the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine is begging for warm bodies and cash. The more I find out about it, the worse the place looks.
Maybe, you're the ignorant one for thinking you're going to make any difference
by ranting on a message board about UA's standards. It gets absolutely nothing done. I hope you do write that letter to Dr. Mohler. When I have a beef, I go to the source. I don't whine to the wind. If you do write that letter, you may find that he could school you a bit on The University of Alabama's "reputation" and why he left a fantastic situation to come here. For your bloated ego to get on here and "demand" anything from UA is laughable. Maybe, you should focus on that disturbing diploma mill, The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
When you get a response from Dr. Mohler, I hope you post it here. RTR

Hmmm. Wonder where you read that? A report you pulled out of your 🞵🞵🞵? Let's say you are correct. You aren't, but for argument's sake, let's say you are right, that PCOM is just a diploma mill. I have other advanced degrees mind you, but let's focus on this one degree of mine. What you are saying is that UA's academic ranking does not matter, that it does not matter how lenient our admissions policy is, cause after all, PCOM's admission policy must be lax too. How retarded is that?

My first loyalty is always to my UA, my alma mater, not to other schools where I received advanced degrees.

Let's say UA football bombs and falls out of the top 20 for a decade. You think Bama fans who attended schools like Jacksonville State have no right to be concerned cause their alma mater isn't even ranked either?

[atlanta68]

https://www.al.com/educationlab/2025/08/...n-requirements-for-upcoming-classes.html

UA should have done this as soon as Covid was over. Once again, Auburn showing it has the higher admission standards. Any UA alum should be embarrassed at this. If Shula embarrassed you, but this does not, your priorities are messed up.

[chadinhsv]

Originally Posted by atlanta68

https://www.al.com/educationlab/2025/08/...n-requirements-for-upcoming-classes.html

UA should have done this as soon as Covid was over. Once again, Auburn showing it has the higher admission standards. Any UA alum should be embarrassed at this. If Shula embarrassed you, but this does not, your priorities are messed up.

I saw that yesterday and immediately thought "How long before atlanta sees this and runs to the forum with this?"

AU is doing this because their alumni are pissed that too many people of color are applying and getting accepted to their lily white college. I hate to say it because it's basically saying the only way these people can get into a non HBCU college is through non test requirements and a non description application. I mean, all you have to do is pay attention to all the 🞵🞵🞵🞵 that is going on over there with their admissions scandals.

[Packer16]

I'm curious why someone would apply to the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, an institution with such low entrance requirements. I mean, when you call them, they answer the phone, "Hello, you're admitted!!!". LOL As for their very low rankings, just check the links I provided above. And, I don't see any products of the place that they can be proud of. Of course, to them it's all about the check clearing.

I love the fact that, students who attend The University of Alabama, with great teaching and curriculum, have a chance to shine. We produce great students and graduates that can compete with any University in the Nation, and, definitely outcompete any school in the State. i think Chad is onto something. I hope "atlanta" writes Dr. Mohler, like he said he was going to do.

Some info about Dr. Mohler that may interest some of you. He is a researcher, at heart, and understands the dynamics of hiring the right faculty who are curious and are able to articulate complicated subject matter to students in the classroom. Look for UA's ascension in research and innovation to accelerate. He has three kids. One is a Junior at Ohio State, the second will be a Freshman at Boston College this Fall, and the youngest is a Junior in High School. And, like myself, Dr. Mohler loves peach cobbler and his favorite stop, so far, around campus is The Peach Cobbler Factory in the shopping center on the Strip. He's very approachable. If you don't write your letter in crayon, and behave yourself, there is a good chance he'll answer. I hope you respect his answer more than you do anything else on this board. RTR

[chadinhsv]

Crimson Racing Team had some great success in May

https://news.ua.edu/2025/08/driven-to-in...NzkkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTUxODg0OTQkajQ1JGwwJGgw

Place 7th out of over 120 teams/schools. Beat some big name Engineering schools too.

https://www.sae.org/binaries/content/assets/cm/content/attend/2024/fsae_2025_mi5_results.pdf