The Student News Site of University of North Alabama

The Flor-Ala
The Student News Site of University of North Alabama

The Flor-Ala
The Student News Site of University of North Alabama

The Flor-Ala
All content by by Online Editor Blythe Steelman

Fee increase could provide GPS for busses

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
April 18, 2013

Returning editor has big plans for next year

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
April 11, 2013

SGA tables bill to restrict IFC bidding process

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
April 4, 2013

Police revise sex assault investigation policy

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
April 4, 2013

UNA Certified Family Life Educator certification approved

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
April 4, 2013
Greer performs at the Dance Marathon in the GUC Banquet Hall March 4.

SGA secretary mixes it up, starts own DJ business

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 21, 2013

5.04 percent of students vote in SGA election

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 21, 2013
20s

What are your 20s for?

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 21, 2013

Flor-Ala wins top journalism awards

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 21, 2013

UNA email outage to take place later than expected

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 20, 2013

Senate passes ‘Community Trash Cans’ resolution

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 14, 2013

Messer elected VP of Senate with 184 votes

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 13, 2013

Students need action, not attention

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 7, 2013
Outfielder Jake Ward slides into second base during the game against Shorter March 2. The Lions split a weekend series with the Hawks, winning two of three games.

Lions split weekend series against Shorter

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 7, 2013
‘Huge Burden’

‘Huge Burden’

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
March 7, 2013

Boughner becomes winningest pitcher in UNA history

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 28, 2013
Chad Boughner pitches for the Lions in the Feb. 23 shutout doubleheader against Kentucky State at Mike Lane Field.

Strong runs lead to sweep of KSU

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 28, 2013
Local band SCM Electrix performs on Mobile Plaza in downtown Florence during last semester’s Lion Night. Senate offi cials are finalizing details for upcoming Lion Nights to be held several times a year.

Senate to finalize Lion Night details

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 28, 2013
Students and members of UPC participate in Condom Casino in the GUC. The event was hosted by the programming organization and cost students approximately $4,000.

15 percent spent

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 28, 2013

Featured Playlist: Undrea Randolph II

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 22, 2013
UNA students march through Montgomery during Higher Education Day 2012. Higher Education Day is a way for college students across Alabama to come together in support of more funding for higher education. Higher Ed Day 2013 will be held Feb. 28 in Montgomery.

Annual statewide student rally calls for more funding

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 21, 2013
Members of the UNA Baseball team sit in the dugout during the season opener at home Feb. 13, in which the Lions swept LeMoyne-Owen in a doubleheader. The Lions went on to suffer a weekend sweep at Florida Southern College Feb. 23-24.

Unlucky three

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 21, 2013
The Florence City Council members vote unanimously to authorize Mayor Mickey Haddock to start negotiations with UNA for the purchase of the Florence Golf and Country Club property. Tonight the council is set to begin discussion of the rezoning of the property.

Council to discuss country club rezoning tonight

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 19, 2013
First baseman Josh Cyr is up to bat during the first baseball game of the season on Feb. 13.

Baseball team defeats LeMoyne-Owen in season opener

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 18, 2013

Senate discusses future Lion Nights

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 14, 2013
Featured Playlist: Ann Harkey

Featured Playlist: Ann Harkey

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 12, 2013

Senate explains process of campus change

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 7, 2013

Students should feel pride

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 7, 2013
Josh Carpenter practices batting during the team’s preseason practice on Jan. 29 at the UNA Baseball field.

Swingin’ for postseason

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 7, 2013

‘Condom Casino’ to promote safe sex practices, awareness

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
February 5, 2013

Featured Playlist: Rebecca Walker

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 31, 2013
Kroll looking to build success after ‘The League’

Kroll looking to build success after ‘The League’

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 31, 2013

UNA announces delay in school openings

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 24, 2013
Many UNA students wait anxiously for their refund checks to be able to buy textbooks, like students at other universities like Middle Tennessee State University and the University of Tennessee at Martin. However, those schools offer direct deposit.

Show us the money

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 24, 2013
Freezin’ for fleece

Freezin’ for fleece

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 24, 2013
Featured Playlist: Jared McCoy

Featured Playlist: Jared McCoy

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 24, 2013
Several universities, like Newberry College in South Carolina, have started to offer a degree in social media studies.

Would you major in Social Media?

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 17, 2013
Alex Lindley, news/managing editor of The Flor-Ala.

Featured Playlist: Alex Lindley

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 15, 2013
Josh Skaggs' Playlist

Josh Skaggs’ Playlist

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 12, 2013

Florence police search for suspect near campus

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 11, 2013

New year offers new opportunities

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 10, 2013
Human sex trafficking is the fastest-growing business of organized crime and the third-largest criminal enterprise in the world, according to the FBI.

Sold into sex slavery

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 10, 2013
Animals await adoption in their kennels at the Florence/Lauderdale Animal Shelter.

Puppy love

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
January 10, 2013

Officials reprimand student for offensive tweet

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
December 17, 2012
Dr. Lisa Keys-Mathews, director of the university's quality enhancement plan (QEP), explains the plan and its connection to SACS accreditation at an open forum in November 2011. 

UNA receives top marks, reaffirmation of accreditation

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
December 13, 2012
Cheating

SGA president warns students against using online paper services

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
December 3, 2012
The UNA soccer team pictured with head coach Graham Winkworth after their game against Delta State.

Winkworth calls it quits

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 29, 2012
Head coach Graham Winkworth leads the team warmups before the game against Barry University on Sept. 2, 2012.

Winkworth resigns, accepts new position at University of South Alabama

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 26, 2012
Officials said during an open forum with SGA on Thursday, Nov. 15 that moving World of Wings out of the SRC is not a feasible option at this time. 

WoW not moving anytime soon, officials say

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 16, 2012

Newspaper theft can lead to jail time, attorney says

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 15, 2012

Newspapers reported stolen on campus

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 8, 2012

English department to hold Major Field Test

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 8, 2012
39 percent of high school students are taught how to use a condom, while 82 percent of males report using a condom the first time they have sex, according to reports from http://www.plannedparenthood.org.

Safe Sex?

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 8, 2012
The university sent out Lion Alerts telling students to be aware of their surroundings, travel in groups, and notify police of any suspicious activity.

Florence Police Department looking into armed robbery

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 6, 2012
UNA SGA and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will be hosting a voter rally on Monday, Nov. 5, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., to raise awareness about voting.

SGA to host voter rally

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
November 1, 2012

Police chief addresses Senate

By Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 25, 2012

Online MBA ranked No. 9 in nation

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 24, 2012
Some experts say taking a typical 12-hour course load will not allow students to graduate on time.

College not always four-year process

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 24, 2012

Online MBA programs ranks ninth in nation

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 23, 2012

SGA discusses adding mobile feedback station

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 18, 2012

SGA should stand up for students

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 18, 2012
City Hardware is located in downtown Florence on Court Street. They are open seven days a week from 11a.m. to 10 p.m.

City Hardware gets second chance

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 18, 2012

SGA discusses possibility of mobile feedback station

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 11, 2012
Vice President for Student Affairs David Shields speaks during an open forum Oct. 9.

Students speak out about recent crimes on campus, safety concerns

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 11, 2012

Student review: ‘House at the End of the Street’ doesn’t meet expectations

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 11, 2012
Randy Thomason, a senior professional accounting major, is president of Alpha Tau Omega and is involved in several other organizations on campus.

Student shares rules for college, life success

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 4, 2012

Where are they now?

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 4, 2012

Emotional abuse takes toll, leaves lasting impression

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 4, 2012
Tattoo removal can cost between $400 and $600 and take multiple treatments to remove the tattoo completely, according to nyccosmeticdermatology.com.

Think before you ink

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
October 4, 2012

New program approved, on track officials say

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 20, 2012

Cracking down on cheaters

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 20, 2012

Back Talk offers opportunity for student sound off

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 18, 2012

ACHE approves new concentration in integrative health

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 14, 2012

VP candidates interview, hiring decision pending

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 12, 2012

Take risks, overcome fears

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 12, 2012
A UNA student searches for parking in the parking lot behind the GUC.

Students struggle to find parking

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 12, 2012
Officials say some individuals in an emotionally abusive relationship may not realize what's happening.

Victims of emotional abuse from relationships may be unaware of future damage

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 12, 2012

University officials implement new success programs, freshman live-on requirement

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 12, 2012
Brett Borden, defensive line coach, signals to players during the Aug. 18 scrimmage.

Lions kick off year with crop of new coaches

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 5, 2012
Experts say a good balance between social media and face-to-face interaction won't hinder social skill development.

Social media helps students develop interactive skills

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 5, 2012

Legislation to keep loan interest in check

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 5, 2012
An emergency UNA police beacon overlooks the visitor parking lot on campus. Plans for a new police dispatch center, which had funding approved for its construction last year, have been put on hold due to a lack of critical need.

Cale: dispatch center not critical safety need

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 5, 2012

VP candidate stresses importance of higher education

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
September 4, 2012

Fraternity loses house after inspection

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
August 29, 2012
Daniel Hendricks, candidate for vice-president of university advancement, speaks with campus and community members about his plan for the advancement division of the university if chosen. 

VP candidate focuses on alumni, encourages faculty involvement

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
August 24, 2012

UNA app, new website unveiled during summer

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
August 22, 2012

Greek GPAs rise overall from spring semester

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
August 22, 2012

Let’s talk sex

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
August 22, 2012

Nothing wrong with not knowing what to do

by Online Editor Blythe Steelman
August 22, 2012
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