Linda Lucas, Ph.D., who has served as UAB’s interim provost since May 2011, has been named to the permanent post after a national search.

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Michael S. Reddy, D.M.D., D.M.Sc., an internationally respected specialist in periodontics, has been named dean of the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. His appointment is effective March 15, 2012. Reddy has served as interim dean of the school since June 2011.

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The new free UAB Mobile app puts access to the campus directory, UAB news, Blazer sports info, Blackboard, campus assistance and more at your fingertips. Read about it at www.uab.edu/app or watch this video. Download it now at iTunes. Coming soon to Android users.

UAB has improved its Student Success Alert System for the spring 2012 semester so that faculty can notify and help at-risk students in their courses. The new system is available for all courses and is accessible through the Faculty tab on BlazerNET. Training sessions are available. For more information visit www.uab.edu/studentalert .

The section of BlazerNET used for viewing student academic information — from grades to class registration and schedules — has been updated to be easier to read, while still containing the same information.

UAB academic advisors now have a Client Relationship Manager (CRM) system designed to provide one easily accessible interface for student information. The new CRM - accessible through BlazerNET - allows advisors to track students’ progress more effectively and identify at-risk students who need assistance. Advisors will no longer have to consult multiple sources and spreadsheets for information, allowing them more time for one-on-one interactions with students.

On November 10, 2011, Interim Provost Linda Lucas announced that UAB's 2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog is now online. The new catalog site features details about majors, courses, programs, faculty, and other listings in a user-friendly format that provides quick links to important information.

The Office of the Vice Provost for Student and Faculty Success has designed a virtual toolbox to serve as a quick, on-line, reference guide to the information most pertinent to faculty members and instructors.

In spring 2012, UAB will upgrade its scheduling software and implement a standard course schedule in order to provide students and faculty greater access to “smart” classrooms and help students and advisers better manage curriculum planning.

Harlan Sands, Vice Provost for Administration and Quality Improvement, outlined general plans for the renovation and expansion of Hill University Center at a meeting of Office of the Provost staff on April 22, 2011. Sands noted that these plans will provide a "showcase building" that will feature enhanced student spaces, upgraded dining and meeting areas, and a new visitors center.  All rooms will be full-service, multipurpose spaces with enhanced technology.

The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolyn E. Farley as Director of Academic and Student Services Operations, effective June 1. In this new position, Farley will direct strategic planning and logistics for campus-wide student support services and oversee operations of the Hill University Student Center, Campus Recreation Center, Campus Dining, and Residence Life. She will also play a key role in leading the renovation and expansion of Hill University Center.

The Office of the Provost is pleased to announce the appointment of Kimberley H. Fort as Director of Finance and Budget, effective March 14, and Lee M. Smith as Director of Customer Service/Quality Improvement, effective February 1. The appointments are part of a recent reorganization of the administrative structure of the Office of the Provost to enhance service effectiveness and promote student and faculty success.