Interested in Graduate education? Join the UAB Graduate School for the Fall 2017 Graduate Program Recruitment Fair. You will have the chance to network with faculty and staff from programs across the UAB campus.
Still trying to figure out if Graduate School is right for you? The representatives will be there to answer all of your questions and determine the program that is perfect for you and will propel you to the next level in your career. You will not want to miss this.
We are here to help. Email the Graduate School with your questions.
Date: Friday, September 22, 2017
Event Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: UAB Hill Center Ballroom
Address: 1400 University Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35223
No student registration required to attend fair
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Parking & Lodging
Parking
Personal Cars should park in the 12th Street Deck on the corner of University Boulevard and 13th Street.
Buses drop off at the Hill Student Center and proceed to Lot 15-I located on 11th Street South and 6th Avenue South (behind the WBHM Radio Station).
Lodging
If you are visiting from out of town, you may like to make reservations at the Residence Inn:
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Participating Programs/Organizations
- Graduate Admissions
- Graduate Professional Development
- PREP Scholars Program
- Graduate Student Government
- Career & Professional Development
- Disability Support Services
- College of Arts and Sciences: Art and Art History; Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Criminal Justice; Master of Public; Administration; Mathematics; Medical Sociology; Physics; Psychology
- Graduate Biomedical Sciences: Biochemistry, Structural and Stem Cell Biology; Cancer Biology; Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology; Genetics, Genomics, and Bioinformatics; Immunology; Microbiology; Neuroscience; Pathobiology and Molecular Medicine
- School of Business: Business Administration (M.B.A.); Master of Accounting; Management of Information Systems
- School of Education: Educational Studies in Diverse Populations; Department of Human Studies; Department of Curriculum and Instruction
- School of Engineering: Advanced Safety Engineering Management; Biomedical Engineering; Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Materials & Science Engineering; Mechanical Engineering
- School of Health Professions: Biomedical and Health Sciences; Biotechnology; Clinical Laboratory Sciences; Genetic Counseling; Health Administration; Health Informatics; Health Physics; Nuclear Medicine Technology; Nutrition Sciences; Occupational Therapy; Physical Therapy; Physician Assistant Studies; Rehabilitation Sciences
- School of Medicine: Medical School
- School of Nursing: Nursing (Ph.D.; D.N.P.; M.S.N.; A.M.N.P); Nurse Anesthesia
- School of Optometry: School of Optometry Professional Programs; Vision Science
- School of Public Health: Biostatistics; Environmental Health Sciences; Epidemiology; Health Behavior; Health Care Organization & Policy
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Who should attend?
Any and all students and professionals interested in pursuing graduate education or professional school (such as medical, optometry, dentistry or nursing programs) should attend the Graduate Program Recruitment Fair. It is an opportunity to explore your options and determine which UAB program can help you achieve your academic and career goals. It is never too early to start planning; if you're a sophomore or beyond, start now. This is the perfect way to dip your toes into the world of graduate education.
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Why should you attend?
Learn: Have your questions answered quickly and thoroughly. The fair provides the perfect opportunity to ask about all aspects of a graduate or professional program, from mentoring and lab space to research opportunities. You can explore a number of different programs, including those that may not be on your list.
Network: At the fair, you will have the chance to meet program directors, faculty, students, and staff from more than 50 UAB graduate and professional programs. Relationships are the catalyst for success, and networking allows you the time to develop these valuable relationships which could benefit you over the life of your career.
Explore: There are lots of fun things to do in Birmingham. We encourage you to plan your trip to include more than just your visit to UAB's fair. Shopping, music, history, award-winning food and picturesque parks - there's plenty to explore!
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Tips for Attending
- Research the schools and programs represented ahead of time, and prepare questions to ask the faculty and staff attending.
- Put your best foot forward by creating a resume, and bring multiple copies with you to leave with the representatives of the programs that interest you most.
- Are you ready to answer questions from our faculty and staff? Think about and rehearse answers to common questions that you can anticipate.
- Remember a good first impression is important. Dress casually, but appropriately for the fair.
- Arrive a few minutes early so you can take moment to review the layout of the room and plan your approach.