LATEST NEWS
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Student Affairs gave students a big Blazer welcome
The Division of Student Affairs touched thousands of students during the first weeks of school with many thoughtful, data-informed events, programs and initiatives designed to set our new Blazers up for a successful school year. -
Veterans Services rolls out new challenge coins for their graduates
Veterans Services is offering a new token for their graduates this coming December in the form of a Challenge Coin. -
UAB’s student newspaper turns fifty
“The Kaleidoscope” student newspaper will celebrate its fiftieth anniversary during Homecoming week on Saturday, Oct. 7. Starting at 10 a.m., current and former editors, staff and advisors will converge for a brunch event in the Hill Student Center Ballroom to commemorate the publication’s years of telling the story of UAB students. -
UAB announces the 2017 Homecoming theme
UAB hopes to awaken the superhero spirit within each and every Blazer – both on campus and beyond – as part of Homecoming 2017. Charge those powers, grab your capes and say hello to this year’s exciting theme, “Blazers United!” -
UAB Lecture Series presents Alfonso Ribeiro
UAB is excited to welcome Alfonso Ribeiro -- known affectionately as "Carlton" from the hit 90s TV series "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" -- for the first installment of UAB Student Involvement & Leadership's 2017 Lecture Series. -
Residence Hall tutoring sessions make academic support more accessible to students
Student Housing and Residence Life, in partnership with the Vulcan Materials Academic Success Center (VMASC), is bringing tutoring to the residence halls through “Study Squad”. -
Student Affairs launches its Strategic Investment Grant Program
In an effort to promote innovation, creativity and collaboration, the UAB Division of Student Affairs has established a grant program to support initiatives that advance its strategic priorities. -
Aug. 31 Student Involvement Fair moves to the Campus Rec
A little rain won't stop this show. The 2017 Student Involvement Fair has been moved to Courts 3 and 4 in the UAB Campus Recreation Center. -
Part-Time Job Fair aims to help ease students’ financial strain
UAB Career & Professional Development Services invites all students to attend the 2017 Part-Time Job Fair on September 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Hill Student Center Ballroom. -
Free block party scheduled for Friday, Sept. 1
UAB Housing and Residence Life along with UAB Student Media will host the Blazer Block Party on Friday, Sept. 1. Students are invited to enjoy entertainment from BlazeRadio’s own DJ Jul_YEEEn and Baby Chad while enjoying FREE pizza and ice cream sandwiches. -
Sending our thoughts and prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with the people in Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey and the devastating flooding that has followed. -
Student Counseling Services helps to build resilience with fall student groups
Student Counseling Services will offer three student groups this fall. Attendees can learn everything from meditation practices, how to build personal resilience and tools to regulating overwhelming emotions. -
Find your place at the 2017 Student Involvement Fair!
If you’re a new or returning UAB student, mark your calendars for the 2017 Student Involvement Fair! The big day takes place on Thursday, August 31, 2017 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on the campus green. -
Hill Student Center announces new user and service rates
Starting August 28, 2017, UAB Hill Student Center will administer fees for the use of its meeting and event rooms. -
Got a question? Ask a Blazer!
Even though you've attended orientation this summer, navigating campus on your first days of classes can be overwhelming. Blazers are friendly and helpful folks. If you're a new student at UAB, you'll learn that quickly. -
Blazer Welcome is on our heels – Submit your event today!
Blazer Welcome (August 21-September 29) is just around the corner. That means the Blazer community is preparing for an exciting Fall semester, and UAB faculty, staff and student groups are now submitting events to the online Blazer Welcome calendar! -
Alabama GI Dependents Scholarship makes changes to program
There are major changes coming for the Alabama GI Dependents Scholarship starting July 31, 2017.
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Meet the new AVP for Student Experience
The Division of Student Affairs invites the entire UAB community to a welcome reception for Mary Wallace, the new assistant vice president for Student Experience. -
Miss UAB gives exceptional performance in the 2017 Miss Alabama Pageant
Miss UAB took home a $1,500 scholarship and a talent award for her exceptional performance in the 2017 Miss Alabama Pageant. 48 contestants competed for the title from June 7-10 at Samford University’s Wright Center, including six contestants who were current or former students of UAB. -
UAB Student Affairs names assistant vice president of Student Experience
Mary Wallace, Ph.D., has been named assistant vice president for Student Experience in the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Wallace has more than 23 years of experience in service to students; most recently serving as associate dean of students and director of Campus Life at Louisiana State University (LSU). Her official start date is July 10, 2017.