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Ella Portwood is Student Affairs July Employee of the Month
Every month, the Division of Student Affairs recognizes an employee who stands out for their commitment, compassion, and integrity, chosen from a pool of nominations reviewed by the Professional Development Committee. The July Employee of the Month is Ella Portwood, UAB Career Center Coordinator of Alumni and Employer Relations.
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UAB Student Health Services announces changes to the health insurance waiver process
To improve efficiency and communication regarding health insurance waivers, as of July 2024, all student health insurance waivers and enrollment will be processed through United Healthcare Student Resources.
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Damion White is Student Affairs June Employee of the Month
Each month, an employee who exemplifies dedication, empathy, and honesty is honored based on a pool of nominations presented to the Professional Development Committee. The June Employee of the Month is Damion White, Assistant Director and Career Consultant in the UAB Career Center.
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CEI Perspectives - Promoting Healthcare Equity for People Who are Disabled
The Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites stakeholders and community members to join a pivotal virtual event titled "Healthcare Equity for People Who are Disabled." Scheduled for Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 10:00 to 11:30 am, this event aims to foster dialogue and action around enhancing healthcare accessibility and outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
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Taylor Stewart is Student Affairs May Employee of the Month!
UAB Student Affairs has exceptional staff members who serve our campus with professionalism, kindness, and integrity. Each month, an employee who exemplifies the Blazer Way is honored based on a pool of nominations presented to the Professional Development Committee.
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Become a certified university hearing board member on July 12
Join UAB Student Affairs Office of Community Standards & Student Accountability and UAB’s Title IX Office to earn a university hearing board certification on Friday, July 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This training is open to all Blazers, including faculty, staff, undergraduate and graduate students.
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Fostering a Sense of Belonging through Sustainability: Highlights from Student Affairs’ Annual One-Day Conference
The UAB Division of Student Affairs held its annual One-Day Conference on Thursday, May 16, with more than 130 Blazers attending. The Student Affairs Professional Development Committee hosted the free event.
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Student Affairs honors excellence during End of Year Celebration
On Tuesday, May 7, the UAB Division of Student Affairs hosted its annual End of Year Awards Celebration to recognize the excellence, innovation and impact of Student Affairs programs, staff, and departments. In addition to recognizing Student Affairs professionals for milestones, honors and recognitions received throughout the year.
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UAB counselors awarded Excellence in Action Coins
On March 6, the University of Alabama at Birmingham's Vice President for Student Affairs, John R. Jones, III, Ph.D. and Assistant Vice President for Student Health & Wellbeing, Rebecca Kennedy, Ph.D., awarded UAB counselors Kiera Walker, MA, LPC, NCC and Julia Sanford, LICSW, with "Excellence in Action" Coins.
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UAB Student Affairs Hosts Key Stakeholders to Address Violence Against Women
In a concerted effort to tackle the pressing issue of violence against women, the University of Alabama at Birmingham's (UAB) Division of Student Affairs hosted stakeholders from all over Alabama on February 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.