
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.

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 has exceptional staff members who serve our campus with professionalism, kindness, and integrity.
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UAB Student Affairs has exceptional staff members who serve our campus with professionalism, kindness, and integrity.

In recognition of her outstanding dedication and contributions, Naquela Kirk has been named the February Employee of the Month by UAB Student Affairs.