Alumni Networks
Blazers are Ever Faithful. Ever Loyal. And we want to be sure to provide alumni with a variety of opportunities to stay connected with UAB and each other. In addition to SHP events and program specific activities, there are many other ways you can connect with your alma mater and fellow alumni.
UAB National Alumni Society (NAS)
There are more than 135,000 UAB graduates living around the world. It is NAS's goal to see graduates stay connected and strengthen the legacy of our great university.
NAS offers many ways to get involved such as regional events, tailgates, webinars, and awards. Learn more by visiting the NAS website.
SHP Junior Advisory Board (JAB)
Established in 2011, the JAB is a group of around 20 young alumni of the UAB School of Health Professions who are committed to connecting SHP alumni; fostering relationships between SHP constituents; and financially supporting new SHP graduates through the Junior Advisory Board Endowed Scholarship.
Interested in learning more about JAB? Contact Amanda Sherman at
Alumni Association of the Graduate Programs in Health Administration (GPHA)
GPHA builds lifelong relationships among UAB Department of Health Services Administration graduates and engages them to share their time as well as their intellectual and financial resources toward the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and public service.Visit the GPHA website to learn more.
Welcome to the School of Health Professions
Do you remember your first week at UAB? New faces to learn or new schedule to manage or new city to navigate - or all of the above. Were you excited? Were you anxious? Perhaps you were a bit of both about the journey you were beginning.
Well, no matter how many years ago you first stepped on campus, incoming student feelings have not changed. We need your help to welcome them to the School of Health Professions family and offer words of encouragement as you have been in their shoes. Your words will help them relax, feel welcome, and give them a head start on the journey to achieving their health care career goals.
We ask that you take a few minutes to write a digital note to incoming students. All you have to do is fill out the form below and click Submit. We will compile the messages and share these with students when they arrive on campus.
Thank you in advance from all of us for taking the time to make a difference in the lives of our students.
Thank You Donors!
We would like to recognize and thank our donors who have established endowed and sponsored scholarships, plus, award funds. We would also like to thank the numerous individuals and organizations who have provided financial support to our School.
Because of you, our students receive a high quality educational experience with unique learning opportunities, which provides them with the knowledge and training necessary to be their best. We truly value your commitment to our School and so do our students.
THANK YOU
Students express heartfelt appreciation.
Endowed scholarships, award funds and sponsored scholarships are special investments that shape the lives of students and the future of health care. Our student recipients understand this so well and they have a video thank you for our donors.
WHAT THIS MEANS
Scholarships impact more than the recipient.
We wanted to provide everyone an opportunity to meet some of our outstanding students virtually as we practice social distancing. Our scholarship donors have made a difference in the lives of these students because of their steadfast support and generosity. This is key to their success – they and we are forever grateful.
COVID-19 LESSONS
The future of health care is shaped today.
During the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19, we're all working together even though we are all safely apart. Classes went totally online, yet the energy, passion and creativity of our students remains strong. Their perseverance and patience are admirable and the lessons they learned are inspirational.
Staying Connected with SHP
Our relationship doesn't end at graduation. We are still here for you throughout your journey ahead and want to hear about all of the amazing things you are doing. We want your Blazer Spirit to continue to shine bright.
And we hope that you stay connected with the place that helped build your future and help us build others’ futures. One of the biggest ways you can do that is by staying connected.
Social Media
Get Involved
We offer a variety of opportunities for networking, professional development, giving back, and showing your support. Learn more about some of the options here.
Update Your Information
We send both email and hard copy mailings throughout the year. Not receiving these? Please fill out our Update Your Information form.
Why Stay Connected - Hear from Alumni
Not sure why you should stay connected? Well don't take our word for it, take the word of some of your fellow alumni:
Ever Faithful. Ever Loyal.
ALUMNI ACROSS SHP
We spoke with alumni from a wide range of classes about the impact that UAB had on them while they were in school; the impact that UAB has had on them after school; and the impact they want to have on UAB and future generations of UAB students and alumni.
Lifelong Connections
ROBERT C. CHAPMAN, MSHA Class 6
Bob Chapman, a member of the Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame Class of 2012, is the former president and CEO of Medical Center East and its successor, the Eastern Health Systems. He talks about what a small world health care is, and how beneficial it is to make lifelong connections like those he made at UAB.
Get Involved
Our network of alumni find creative ways that capitalize on their unique talents to support the School and in turn those who matter most - our more than 2,000 students.
Think about yourself for a moment - how many people have you impacted since you graduated? Now think about students - how many people will they impact after graduation? How will your leadership guide their actions? There are many ways that you can get involved and help those who are following in your footsteps.
Go. Give. Serve.
Go to Events
- Attend an upcoming event or activity
- Connect with fellow alumni and meet our students
- Participate in continuing education opportunities
- Visit us on campus
- Host a regional event or class reunion
Give Back
- Support student scholarships and awards
- Invest in a program or research project
- Ask your employer about gift matching
- Create an endowment
- Leave a legacy gift
Serve Others
- Become a preceptor or clinical instructor
- Be a mentor and help launch a career
- Write a message to our incoming students
- Give a guest lecuture
- Host Breakfast with Blazers or Ask an Alum
Ready to get involved? Contact Amanda Sherman today
SHP Alumni - Ever Faithful. Ever Loyal.
We firmly believe this school produces the best health professions alumni in the country.
You are the reason we have one of the most expansive alumni networks at UAB. You are the reason we offer year-round events at professional conferences and in communities across the U.S. You are the reason we easily fill our bi-annual alumni magazine, Snapshots, with wonderful stories.
But what amazes, and impresses, us most about you - our alumni - is your dedication to others and the many ways you stay connected with mentors, mentees and each other.
Ask an Alum
Choosing an academic program and a career are important decisions. We want to make sure that you have all the tools you need to choose UAB SHP. Join us at a virtual session to learn more about a program that interests you and hear about the real-life experiences of careers from UAB SHP alumni.
Register for an upcoming event using the buttons below.
Questions? Please contact Amanda Sherman at
Breakfast with Blazers
Would you like to learn more about our various programs and their associated professions? Who better to ask than our graduates? Register for an upcoming event using the buttons below.