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The Altec/Styslinger Genomic Medicine and Data Sciences Building as seen from the UAB Administration Building
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Mark your calendars for these major events on campus coming in the first half of 2025.

A pile of cardboard boxes is stacked outside a door in this stock photo
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Take note: To protect occupants and meet fire and building codes, furniture and equipment may not be used or stored in hallways. Need an exception? How do you dispose of unneeded equipment? Read on.

A crowd of students and employees waits in line to receive free UAB-branded hats and t-shirts at the UAB Bookstore
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Nearly 1,500 t-shirts and 750 hats with UAB’s new logo were distributed at the Brand Launch Party on Nov. 14 at the UAB Bookstore. See photos and a list of winners of UAB-branded water bottles.

Aerial view of the East Science Hall with the Birmingham skyline in the background
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Learn more about the seven 2024 awardees, which received pledges for more than $12 million over three years. The SIF backs cross-campus projects — designed and led by UAB faculty and staff — that align with the university’s strategic plan, Forging Ahead.

A portrait of UAB employees Sarah Culver, Brad Gwin and Emily Colpack in front of one of the room-sized air handlers in the building
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

A partnership among UAB Sustainability, UAB Energy Management and the Collat School of Business allowed the school to save 40 percent on its monthly utility bills in July 2024 and unlock ongoing reductions in energy use.

Poppies in bloom surround a kneeling soldier in this illustration
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

The AWARE Disability Management Program is celebrating Veterans Day all month long with events and programs to honor the armed forces and give back to those who served.

Two dogs wearing UAB gear and beads sit on the grass next to the Hill University Center
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

This month, UAB Employee Wellness is spotlighting the impact pets have on our mental health — including those experiencing seasonal mood shifts — by bringing back its UAB’s Cutest Pet Contest. UAB employees are invited to submit pictures of pets now through Nov. 14.

Aerial view of UAB's campus looking down University Boulevard
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Six working groups have been meeting to address infrastructure opportunities that will help UAB expand its research impact and expenditures through the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. Read more about how the groups were selected, their progress and next steps.

Open Enrollment for Employee Benefits October 18 to November 4
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

UAB’s annual open enrollment for benefits will be held Oct. 18-Nov. 4. Eligible employees can choose among dental, vision and health insurance plans plus voluntary plan options and tax-deferred spending accounts for health and dependent care for 2025.

Staff laugh as they wait in line to enter Bartow Arena
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Hundreds of UAB employees met for lunch and conversation at the annual Staff Picnic on Oct. 4. Here are some of our favorite photos from the event.

A dog, seen from up close with a fish-eye lens, looks into the camera
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Eligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital Management LLC may choose voluntary benefits during the annual open enrollment Oct. 18- Nov. 4. These programs are voluntary and paid for by employees and can be canceled at any time.

Two young parents walk arm-in-arm with their child on the UAB Campus Green
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

The Standard Insurance Company is offering a true open enrollment for 2025 Voluntary Employee Life and Voluntary Spouse Life insurance elections during UAB’s annual open enrollment Oct. 18- Nov. 4.

A red, white and blue button on a US flag background reads VOTE
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

There are several important things to keep in mind at UAB and UAB Medicine leading up to election day, as well as on and after Nov. 5, as a member of a community at a public university and academic medical center. 

Illustration shows a sample medical bill in the center with a credit card, cash, and pill bottles surrounding it
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Nationwide, costs continue to rise, and UAB is working to balance the impact of these costs on its employees and the organization. Here are some things you can do to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.

A woman tries on glasses at a vision center in this stock photo
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

UAB offers vision benefits, and eligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital Management LLC will have the option to choose or decline that coverage during the open enrollment for benefits Oct. 18-Nov. 4.

A member of a UAB health care team adjust a blood pressure cuff on a patient in this staged photo
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Eligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital Management LLC will have the option to choose or decline health care coverage from VIVA Health and Blue Cross/Blue Shield during the annual open enrollment for benefits Oct. 18-Nov. 4.

Aerial view of UAB campus looking west down University Boulevard
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Take a closer look at the new fund, which was launched this summer by the Office of the President to help expand UAB’s portfolio of funded principal investigators as part of the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose.

A member of the health care team listens to a patient's heart with a stethoscope
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

A benefit option that enables employees to pay lower monthly health care premiums in exchange for higher out-of-pocket expenses for covered services continues to grow in favor among eligible employees.

5 Things to Know About Open Enrollment
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

Stay tuned to the UAB Reporter as UAB begins rolling out open enrollment information to provide benefit-eligible employees time to review upcoming changes and make informed decisions. Open enrollment begins 7 a.m. Oct. 18 and concludes 5 p.m. Nov. 4.

App for TransLoc shows bus outline and three rectangular gray shapes
In the Know • Published more than a year ago

UAB employees and students can now request transportation from UAB Safety Escort and Blaze Ride using the TransLoc app, available for download on iOS and Android devices.

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