Blazers@BHM

Blazers@BHM is an immersive pre-semester experience designed to help first-year students start their UAB journey with confidence, connection, and a sense of belonging. This multi-day program takes place just before the start of the fall semester and introduces students to the campus, the Birmingham community, and the resources that support student success.

The Blazers@BHM program will be held from Wednesday, August 19, to Sunday, August 23.

Participants move into their residence halls early (if living on campus), connect with a small peer group, and build relationships with trained upperclass mentors who help guide them through their first year at UAB.

The registration application for Blazers@BHM is open.

All applications are due August 2.

What can you expect during Blazers@BHM?

Participants will have the opportunity to:

• Move into your residence hall early if you are living on campus
• Connect with an upperclass mentor who will guide you through the program and serve as a resource throughout your first year
• Meet other first-year students and begin building your UAB community
• Learn about key campus resources that support your well-being and success, including Student Health Services, Campus Recreation, counseling services, dining, and student involvement opportunities
• Participate in a volunteer experience that connects you with the Birmingham community
• Attend an interactive lecture from one of UAB’s engaging faculty members and gain insight into what to expect in college lecture-style courses
• Explore academic success resources and learn how to access tutoring, advising, and other academic support services
• Participate in small-group discussions led by mentors focused on personal development, campus involvement, and making the most of your college experience
• Explore Birmingham and discover what the city has to offer. At UAB, the city truly becomes part of your classroom and community.

Program Fee

There is a $50 participation fee for the Blazers@BHM experience. Students with financial need may request a scholarship to cover this cost.

Once your registration form has been reviewed, you will receive a link to submit your program fee.
Fees are due by August 9.

Blazer Mentorship Collective

Blazers@BHM is supported by the Blazer Mentorship Collective (BMC), a program that connects first-year students with trained upperclass mentors.

BMC mentors provide guidance and support in areas such as academic success, campus involvement, personal growth, leadership development, and career readiness. Through Blazers@BHM, students begin building relationships with mentors who will continue supporting them throughout their first year at UAB.

Why Participate in Blazers@BHM?

Starting college is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Blazers@BHM helps you begin your UAB experience with the connections, confidence, and knowledge you need to thrive from day one.

Students who participate in Blazers@BHM:

• Build connections early with other first-year students and supportive upperclass mentors
• Become familiar with campus resources before the semester begins so you know where to go for support
• Gain insight into academic expectations and strategies for success in college courses
• Explore Birmingham and learn how the city enhances the UAB student experience
• Start the semester feeling more confident, prepared, and connected

Blazers@BHM is designed to help you feel at home at UAB before the first day of classes.