Daniel Community Scholars


Anchoring College Students in the Druid City

In this article written by UA junior Robin Reid, the author highlights Anchor Tuscaloosa, a student-led initiative tackling Alabama’s brain drain by connecting college students with local career and community opportunities. Through hands-on experiences and partnerships, the program encourages graduates to build their futures in Tuscaloosa.


Returning Student DCS Proposal Guidelines

Through the Daniel Community Scholars Program, the Daniel Foundation of Alabama funds Blackburn student projects to address the needs of Alabama communities.  Returning students may work on their own or in groups to develop and present proposals to a panel of Advisory Board members, Fellows, and university staff members in the fall semester.  Selected projects…


2019-2023 New Student Class Winning Projects

2023 Growing a Skilled Workforce Growing a Skilled Workforce will mentor high school students preparing to enter the workforce with West Alabama Works. Team photo: Saylor Cuzzort, Connor Higgins, Tiffany Hill, EJ Jones, Imani Muse, Bennett Ogle, and Lawrence Perry Leaf Our Streamside Habitats Alone Leaf Our Streamside Habitats Alone will remove the invasive taro plant with…