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Live HealthSmart Alabama celebrates completion of Bush Hills Connection Complex

May 26, 2023

Live HealthSmart Alabama is continuing to make good health simple with its completion of the new Bush Hills Connection Complex and Urban Garden.

UAB to begin search for next provost

May 25, 2023

Updates on the search process will be posted as they become available.

“We have a lot of lives to reach”: $250,000 gift from Coca-Cola UNITED will help Live HealthSmart Alabama launch community leadership academies in underserved communities

May 18, 2023

The Healthy Happy Kids program focuses on a different health and physical activity topic each week, encouraging children to make healthier choices.

Healthy Happy Kids program expands to 24 Birmingham elementary schools, graduating over 2,300 students

May 4, 2023

The Healthy Happy Kids program focuses on a different health and physical activity topic each week, encouraging children to make healthier choices.

Benoit announces retirement, UAB to begin national search

May 1, 2023

Provost and SVP for Academic Affairs Pam Benoit, Ph.D., will retire at the end of 2023, concluding a distinguished career in higher education administration that includes almost seven years as a transformational leader at UAB.

19-year-old is first UAB Birmingham Promise Scholars Program graduate; lands full-time job

Apr 28, 2023

Defying all odds, Destiny Nelson-Miles is set to graduate this spring with a degree in finance and a concentration in business honors.

UAB hosts first ever in-person Health Promoting Universities summit

Apr 17, 2023

Created in June 2015, the Okanagan Charter provides institutions with a common language, principles and framework to become health-promoting campuses with cultures of compassion, well-being and equity.

UAB recognizes 2023 diversity champions

Mar 6, 2023

Five individuals and one student organization were honored with the 2022 President’s Diversity Champion Award during a ceremony at the Alumni House March 2.

Shook named new Collat School of Business dean

Mar 6, 2023

Christopher L. Shook, Ph.D., who will begin July 1, brings more than 25 years of academic leadership experience to the role; he has served as dean of the Gordon Ford College of Business at Western Kentucky University since 2019.

Groundbreaking for UAB’s new Student Organization Facility is set for March 8

Mar 6, 2023

The new facility will be home to student organizations, sororities and fraternities, providing space for assembly, storage, events and other administrative needs.

A message of gratitude on Employee Appreciation Day

Mar 2, 2023

Chief Human Resources Officer Janet May and President Ray Watts express their thanks to all UAB employees, who continue to exemplify their commitment to UAB’s mission and shared values.

Colleagues share impact of 2022 Shared Values award winner — and she shares how to get the most from UAB

Feb 20, 2023

Jamye Hester, administrative projects specialist in the Center for Clinical and Translational Science, is the 2022 winner of the President’s Award for Excellence in Shared Values. We asked this longtime Blazer for her advice on what every employee should know.

UAB announces key Health System, Heersink School of Medicine leaders

Feb 3, 2023

Bulgarella named CEO of UAB Health System and UAB/Ascension St. Vincent’s Alliance. Agarwall named dean of the UAB Heersink School of Medicine, senior vice president of Medicine and chair of the Health Services Foundation Board.

Look for these 9 new spaces transforming UAB’s campus

Jan 26, 2023

UAB continues to implement its Campus Master Plan through new facilities and renovations to enhance instruction, research, technology and student life. Some are under construction and others are in planning stages; these include an update to the Unity Park green space, seven new buildings and a new parking deck.

15-minute online training shares tips on how to best support students with disabilities

Jan 18, 2023

Employees can learn about compliance with the Americans with Disabilities and Rehabilitation acts, explore best practices for engaging with students with disabilities, and access key resources during a new online training from UAB Disability Support Services.

Taber Doughty named new School of Education dean

Jan 11, 2023

Teresa Taber Doughty, Ph.D., who will begin April 3, brings to the role extensive experience in higher education and a demonstrated commitment to preparing outstanding education professionals; she has served as dean of the University of Texas at Arlington’s College of Education since 2016.

UAB to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. with service, reflection

Jan 11, 2023

Participate in UAB Community Month, attend a commemoration celebration Jan. 13 or volunteer for community outreach through MLK’s Beloved Community on Jan. 16.

Bill adds $76 million in federal funding to UAB biomedical research facility

Jan 10, 2023

A new Biomedical Research and Psychology Building — made possible by a $76 million federal appropriation — received stage 1 approval from the UA System Board of Trustees.

Trent Dilfer named UAB Football head coach

Dec 1, 2022

UAB Football hires seventh head coach in program history.

UAB fall commencement is Dec. 9-10

Dec 1, 2022

At least 1,270 students will walk in two commencement exercises this fall at UAB.

12 honored for excellence in teaching

Nov 14, 2022

Twelve faculty have been selected to receive the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, which honors those who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in teaching. The 2022 honorees represent each school, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Honors College and the Graduate School.

UAB Heersink School of Medicine granted full LCME accreditation at the highest level possible

Nov 9, 2022

The Heersink School of Medicine has achieved eight years of accreditation — the highest level available for medical schools across the U.S. — by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education after a rigorous two-year process.

UAB ranked in top 8 percent of global universities by U.S. News

Nov 7, 2022

UAB’s research and reputation land it among the top institutions in the world.

UAB named one of 16 Diversity Champions, again receives Excellence in Diversity Award

Oct 28, 2022

This is the fifth consecutive year that UAB has been named a Diversity Champion and received the HEED award.

UAB continues to rise as a Best College, according to U.S. News rankings

Sep 12, 2022

U.S. News & World Report ranks UAB as one of the nation’s Best Colleges yet again.

UAB summer 2022 graduation ceremonies are Aug. 12-13

Aug 5, 2022

More than 1,700 students will graduate from UAB this summer, and nearly 1,000 will walk in two commencement ceremonies at Bartow Arena.

Green named chief of UAB Police and AVP of Public Safety

Jul 1, 2022

With more than 25 years of experience, Chief Daryl Green will lead UAB Police and Public Safety.

UAB President Ray Watts announces interim UAB Medicine leadership

Jun 29, 2022

Accomplished, long-serving UAB leaders will serve in leadership roles as Vickers steps down.

UAB contributes veterinary medical supplies to Ghanaian university struggling with supply chain issues

Jun 13, 2022

UAB graduate and Tuskegee University Professor David McKenzie, DVM, Ph.D., requested the supplies as part of his service as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

Birmingham Promise scholar credits on-campus living as critical to her success

Jun 6, 2022

Supporting on-campus housing for Birmingham Promise scholars would enhance the well-rounded collegiate experience students aim to receive while at UAB.

Watts to address well-being as a campus priority on international panel

May 6, 2022

UAB President Ray Watts is among senior leaders in higher education selected to present on ways in which campuses worldwide can mobilize to address complex issues.

In-person UAB commencement set for Bartow Arena on April 29, 30

Apr 25, 2022

More than 2,600 students will graduate from UAB this spring. Approximately 1,600 students will walk in one of the university’s three ceremonies.

Ho’s multidisciplinary UAB journey concludes with memories, career preparedness, honors and awards

Apr 6, 2022

Michael Ho’s multidisciplinary degree is supplemented by extensive campus involvement, academic excellence, and national recognition.

UAB ranked as national leader in racial and gender diversity representation in leadership

Mar 11, 2022

UAB has been recognized as one of just 13 institutions ranked as national leaders in racial and gender diversity representation in leadership.

UAB one of eight recipients awarded STEM-capable workforce grant by U.S. Economic Development Administration

Feb 4, 2022

A $200,000 grant for Magic City Data Collective will continue to build a diverse pipeline between students with data analysis skillets and local private-sector job opportunities.

Online programs at UAB ranked among the country’s best, according to U.S. News rankings

Jan 24, 2022

Online programs across numerous UAB schools and departments continue to excel year after year, according to U.S. News rankings.

UAB celebrates Forbes ranking with employee appreciation event

Dec 8, 2021

In February 2021, UAB was named America’s Best Large Employer 2021 by Forbes. In celebration, UAB hosted an employee appreciation event for the faculty and staff.

UAB awarded $1.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to establish Educational Opportunity Center

Nov 12, 2021

UAB has been awarded a new TRIO grant for an Educational Opportunity Center that will provide free community-based education services to disadvantaged adults looking to pursue their GED completion or continued education.

UAB ranked among top 10 percent of universities in the world, according to U.S. News & World Report

Nov 3, 2021

UAB’s research and reputation land it among the top institutions in the world.

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