LATEST NEWS
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Student Excellence Awards open for nominations
Student Affairs staff members are invited to nominate deserving students and/or student organizations for the 2021 Student Excellence Awards. Nominees can be submitted in one or more of the 14 available awards.
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Creed Week kicks off February 1!
During the weeklong celebration, the university will virtually commemorate what makes UAB a special place.
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UAB becomes first Health Promoting University in the United States
The University of Alabama at Birmingham is the first university in the United States to adopt the Okanagan Charter and become an internationally recognized Health Promoting University.
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This upcoming holiday, lots of little Blazers are getting their wishes
Off-Campus Student Services, in partnership with theChild Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS), grant coordinator has once again provided toys for students who are parents and face the challenge of trying to meet their children’s holiday needs and wishes.
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Student Conduct & Outreach directors featured in new student conduct book
UAB Student Conduct & Outreach director, Jonathan Adams and Assistant director, Jeffrey Bates co-authored chapters of the book “Student Conduct Practice: A Complete Guide for Student Affairs Professionals.”
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Student Affairs Holiday Party 2019
View photos from the Student Affairs 2019 Holiday Party! -
Student Affairs Surprise Fall 2019
UAB Student Affairs senior leadership showed their appreciation for their staff on Monday, November 18. -
Minority Access, Inc., honors UAB for continuous commitment to diversity and inclusion
Christopher Jones, inaugural director of UAB’s Student Multicultural and Diversity Programs, was recognized by Minority Access, Inc., as a 2019 National Role Model for his efforts in advancing the recruitment, retention and enhancement of underrepresented students at UAB. -
Student Affairs staff welcomed their new colleagues
Scores of staff from across the Division of Student Affairs as well as colleagues from around UAB enjoyed a reception to welcome new SA staff. -
UAB’s Patricia Martinez recognized with Parthenon Award
Patricia Martinez, assistant vice president for Student Affairs;at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, was awarded the highest honor granted by the Association of College and University Housing Officers – International, which represents more than 17,000 professionals around the globe.
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Student Affairs honors its colleagues for excellence in service
On Thursday, April 18, 2019, the UAB Division of Student Affairs hosted its annual awards event to celebrate the remarkable work of its colleagues. -
5 UAB Sustainability Food and Dining Initiatives, including replacing 250,000 plastic straws in 2 1/2 months
This past Fall, most UAB Dining Services vendors replaced their plastic straws with eco-friendly products, while also encouraging students to reduce their use of straws. According to a UAB survey, in the first two and half months, over 250,000 plastic straws were replaced. -
Richard Ellison receives Governor’s Committee Collaboration Award
Sodexo Human Resources Manager at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Richard Ellison, was selected by the Birmingham Area Governor’s Committee (BAGC) to receive the highly distinguished Collaboration Award on October 19, 2018.
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The Division’s Strategic Innovation Grant winner is named, applicants are applauded
In the second year of the Strategic Innovation Grant, the Division of Student Affairs received 10 Strategic Innovation Grant applications. In the first review of applications, three applications were chosen for presentation: GyneWellness, Family Engagement as a Strategy for Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention, and Second Year International Alternative Break.
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Disability Support Services’ Johnson ‘never lets any student down’
Congratulations to Student Affairs' own Ashleigh Johnson, UAB Employee of the Month!
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Student Affairs One-Day Conference hosted another successful event
Last week, the UAB Division of Student Affairs paused to host its second annual One-Day Conference.
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Student Affairs celebrates its year of staff excellence
The UAB Division of Student Affairs paused on April 19 to reflect upon a year of creating transformational experiences for our students. See this year's winners!
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Walk It Out with Campus Recreation on Wednesdays in Nov.
On Nov. 1 Campus Recreation launched its Quest for 2,000 Walk it Out Program. All UAB Employees and all active UAB Campus Recreation members (both students and non-student members) can participate through Nov. 30 and be eligible to earn points towards their Quest for 2,000-Member Rewards Program. -
And the winners are...
The Student Affairs Professional Development Committee hosted a Halloween decorating contest last week for the offices and Student Involvement & Leadership, Title IX, Student Health Services, Disability Support Services and Student Counseling all participated. -
Disability Support Services Staff member and student win awards
UAB’s Disability Support Services (DSS) Counseling & Services Coordinator Andrew Sparks has won Educator of the Year for the Birmingham Area Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities.