Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

University of Alabama professors held an AAUP induction ceremony last Monday — the meeting officially started a new chapter to protect academic freedom and shared governance.

Professors said SB 129 limited DEI programs and teaching, sparking worries over clear rules for speech.

UA Homecoming candidate Rachel Rybicki is a senior majoring in finance and economics who is a member of the women’s gymnastics team — and she supports student athletes through SAAC while volunteering at Flatwoods Elementary to promote childhood education.

She said her campaign will boost community service and strengthen a solid learning foundation for local students.

At its meeting last Thursday, the SGA Senate approved measures to improve student safety and engagement by passing a tornado safety magnet project scheduled for next semester, a CPR card initiative, and a constitutional amendment to bar graduating candidates from running.

Senators also introduced a bill for External Affairs Committee members to attend Tuscaloosa City Council meetings and passed a resolution for a Meet Your Senators video campaign—efforts that aim to better inform students about Senate activities.

Alabama football will host Oklahoma at Bryant-Denny Stadium on November 15 at 2:30 p.m. on ABC—tickets start at $123 on StubHub and $142 on VividSeats.

After Alabama scored its first touchdown late in the second quarter, the Tide beat LSU 20-9 Saturday night—holding the Tigers from scoring a touchdown since 2012.

The win extended Alabama's home record to 17 straight wins and kept them in the race for the SEC title with two conference games left.

Voting is open for The Tuscaloosa News Boys Athlete of the Week for Nov.

1-7 from local high school football and basketball teams — votes will be accepted until noon on November 13.

Vanderbilt Commodores at Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Volleyball

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Foster Auditorium — Tickets available — Catch the excitement of collegiate women's volleyball and support your local team.

Joe Nichols Concert

12–4 PM — Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful country tunes of Joe Nichols at this vibrant venue.

Missouri Tigers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Volleyball

2-3:30 p.m. — Foster Auditorium — Cost info not listed — Witness a thrilling volleyball matchup as the Missouri Tigers take on the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Tuscaloosa's One Place Tinsel Trail

5:30-7 p.m. — Government Plaza — Free entry — Experience the grand opening of a charming holiday display featuring over 200 live trees.

Clemson Tigers at Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Basketball

1-4 p.m. — Coleman Coliseum — Tickets starting at $9 — Watch a thrilling ACC/SEC women's basketball matchup in Tuscaloosa.

SIDEPIECE Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Two Dimes — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with the concert of Sidepiece in Tuscaloosa.

Excerpts From The Nutcracker 2025

2-4 p.m. (Dec 6) — Druid City School of Ballet — Check event page for costs — Experience the holiday magic through enchanting excerpts from Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet, The Nutcracker.

UTSA Roadrunners vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Basketball

3:30 – 9:30 a.m. — Coleman Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the action as the Crimson Tide takes on the Roadrunners in a thrilling basketball showdown.