Special Reports

Alabama Repeals 1965 Law Requiring Standalone Social Work School, Students Fear "Harmful" Consequences

Alabama House committee advances HB 152 repealing 1965 law requiring UA standalone School of Social Work. Bill sponsor Rep. Danny Garrett claims "autonomy" but students call it "harmful." #17-ranked program hosted DEI, "anti-racist" training. Critics say it's "discipline" for ideological deviance. Dean position, independent budget could be eliminated. Effective Oct. 1, 2026 if passed.