Get on Board Day Helps Connect UA Students to Campus Life
August 21, 2008 - Filed under: Events, Students | Tagged: Campus Life
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Students at The University of Alabama have the opportunity to learn more about the various student organizations on campus during the fall 2008 Get on Board Day Wednesday, Aug. 27 on the Quad from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Get on Board Day, the student organization fair sponsored by the UA Coordinating Council for Student Organizations, is designed to get students involved in some of the 275 campus organizations. Students have the opportunity to walk the Quad to learn about each group and meet students already involved in the organizations.
Held each fall and spring, the event draws numerous students and faculty members to learn about the range of campus groups. From the wide variety, students can seek out organizations that interest them most. Participating organizations range from the academic and departmental groups to recreational organizations. The event will also feature some local vendors.
For more information, contact Libby Brauening, UA CCSO, at 205/348-2276 or ccsovpadm@bama.ua.edu.
The University of Alabama, a student-centered research university, is experiencing significant growth in both enrollment and academic quality. This growth, which is positively impacting the campus and the state's economy, is in keeping with UA's vision to be the university of choice for the best and brightest students. UA, the state's flagship university, is an academic community united in its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all Alabamians.
CONTACT: Linda Hill, UA Media Relations, 205/348-8325, lhill@ur.ua.edu
SOURCE: Libby Brauening, UA Coordinating Council for Student Organizations, 205/348-2276, ccsovpadm@bama.ua.edu