Ala. Code § 16-61-7

When the sum of the challenge grant and matching funds reaches $1,000,000.00 the foundation and the president of the university may recommend, to the board of trustees of the university for its approval, the establishment of an endowed chair. The board of trustees must approve the recommendation in order for the chair to be established. The chair, which is then the property of the university, may be named in honor of a donor, benefactor, or honoree of the university, at the option of the university.