Student affairs

Run to raise funds for military-connected students at the fourth annual UAB Veterans Day 5K, presented by VIVA Health at Railroad Park.

Looking for a pumpkin this fall? Dive into the patch at the UAB Aquatics floating pumpkin patch on Saturday, Oct. 17.

Avast ye, Blazer fans: Homecoming 2026 has UAB taking on the East Carolina Pirates with the annual parade and game Thursday, Oct. 15. 

 This signature scholarship fundraiser invests in the next generation of Blazers. Get a sneak peek at featured items up for auction during a virtual preview Oct. 27. 

UAB will host its Fall 2026 Service Learning and Undergraduate Research Expo from Nov. 30-Dec. 4.

Diagnoses and trends are rampant today, so what does social wellness mean, and how can people beginning a new, independent phase of life achieve it?

UAB students will honor the legacy of Sept. 11 through service and support by putting together more than 750 care packages for veterans, active service members and first responders.

The two universities that call Birmingham home are working together to fight food insecurity in central Alabama. 

Give to Holiday in July at UAB and provide support to struggling students with children during the upcoming winter holidays.

For 48 hours, UAB’s alumni, students, faculty, staff, friends and families come together to support the programs and people who make the university exceptional. 

Students earning degrees in studio art, communication, writing, music, theater and more are being recognized for their outstanding creative work.

More than 862 students will walk in two graduation ceremonies Dec. 13 at Bartow Arena, and 178 doctoral candidates will be recognized in a separate ceremony Dec. 10.

UAB’s Little Blazer Wishes program offers anonymous gift sponsorship to students with young families who may otherwise struggle to fulfill their children’s holiday wish lists.

Hubbard, 20, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, also won the Miss Congeniality and Talent awards, winning $2,800 in scholarships.

This annual fundraiser ensures year-round food security through UAB’s on-campus food pantry Blazer Kitchen, which offers nutritious food to patients, employees and students in need.

For 45 years, this competition has highlighted UAB students who excel in academics, leadership and community involvement, all while showing true Blazer spirit.

UAB Homecoming Week’s star attractions include UAB’s legendary Gurney Derby, the UAB Homecoming Parade, the Battle for the Bones BBQ Competition and UAB Football vs. Memphis.

Now in its third year, the Veterans Day 5K provides much-needed support for student veterans and their dependents for essentials like housing, books and emergency expenses.

A Magic City youth choir with UAB connections has earned a place in television history and will compete in the show’s live quarterfinals Sept. 9-10.

UAB Athletics student support group is now a student-led organization with leadership positions and member benefits.