Stories Tagged ‘Student Affairs’ 
Six Earn UA Away Scholarships for Study, Service Abroad
The University of Alabama Division of Student Affairs has named six students as recipients of summer and fall 2013 UA Away scholarships, as part of a scholarship initiative that supports learning opportunities for students to work, serve or study away.
Camp 1831 to Introduce UA Students to Traditions, Civic Engagement
Students new to The University of Alabama will learn about the Capstone’s traditions, meet fellow freshmen and get a taste of adventure during Camp 1831, a program of UA’s Division of Student Affairs Office of First Year Experience.
Get on Board Day Helps UA Students Make Campus Connections
University of Alabama students can learn about hundreds of student organizations during Get on Board Day, Tuesday, Sept. 11, from 5-10 p.m. at the Ferguson Plaza on campus.
Career Center Director Named at UA
John Travis Railsback has been named executive director of The University of Alabama Career Center.
Student Affairs Expo Showcases Campus Activities at UA
The University of Alabama Student Affairs Expo on Tuesday, Jan. 31, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Ferguson Center, second floor, will feature information about how students can get involved on campus by participating in events, volunteering, getting a campus job and more.
UA First Year Experience Launches Peer Leaders Program
Applications for Peer Leaders -- a program at The University of Alabama that gives upperclassmen the opportunity to serve as role models and mentors to first-year students -- are available at fye.ua.edu until Jan. 30.
Students Receive UA Away Scholarships for Service Project in Guatemala
The University of Alabama Division of Student Affairs has named six students who will receive UA Away scholarships to participate in service abroad March 10-17 as part of the Community Service Center Alternative Spring Break program in Guatemala.
UA Ranked 10th Fittest Campus in Nation
The dreaded freshman weight gain may be a thing of the past on The University of Alabama campus, recently ranked 10th among the 25 fittest campuses in the country by “Men’s Fitness.”
First Year Experience Office Launches New UA Student Program
Applications are being accepted from freshmen and transfer students to take part in Ignite UA, a new community-building program created by the First Year Experience Office in The University of Alabama Division of Student Affairs.
CNN Journalist Soledad O’Brien to Visit UA
Soledad O’Brien, award-winning journalist and anchor for CNN's special investigations unit, will speak at The University of Alabama Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. in the Ferguson Center Ballroom as part of her national tour.
Student Affairs Hall of Fame Honors Three UA Leaders
Three noted leaders on campus were honored recently for their service to The University of Alabama as 2011 inductees into the UA Student Affairs Hall of Fame.
UA Hosts Family Weekend, More than 3,000 Expected to Attend
More than 3,000 family members of University of Alabama students will visit campus during Family Weekend Friday-Sunday, Sept. 16-18.
Get On Board Day at UA Connects Students to Campus Activities
Students at The University of Alabama have the opportunity to learn more about various organizations on campus during Get on Board day, Wednesday, Aug. 31, at the Ferguson Plaza from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Parents Invited to Campus for UA Family Weekend Sept. 16-18
The University of Alabama Office of Parent Programs invites families of UA students to come visit campus during this year’s annual Family Weekend, Friday, Sept. 16-Sunday, Sept. 18.
Foster Care Students will Experience College Life at UA in New Program
A select group of high school students who are living in foster care will have the opportunity to participate in a college workshop at The University of Alabama through the Nsoro Foundation’s Precollegiate Summer Program June 19-23.
UA Academic Honor Council Inducts Student Justices
The University of Alabama Academic Honor Council recently inducted new student justices and chief justices.
Interim Term at UA Takes Creative Approach to Learning
The University of Alabama Interim Program, May 9-27, offers students the chance to enroll in classes offering creative and innovative learning experiences.
Honors Week Recognizes Top Scholars, Leaders at UA
The University of Alabama will recognize the achievement of outstanding students and faculty during Honors Week activities on campus April 3-8.
Campus Events to Highlight Capstone Creed
The University of Alabama Office of Student Involvement and Leadership will host its annual celebration of the Capstone Creed March 28-April 1.
Premier Awards for Scholarship, Leadership Announced at UA
Recipients of the 2011 Premier Awards – the top individual honors for scholarship, leadership and service at The University of Alabama – were announced by UA President Robert E. Witt at an awards ceremony and dinner Feb. 24.
‘Suiting Your Needs’ Program Will Provide Business Attire to UA Students
First impressions are crucial, yet not all students have the resources to afford business attire. The UA Student Government Association initiative, Suiting Your Needs, will provide students with suits and other business apparel to put them one step closer to securing a job or internship.
Three Students Receive Service Abroad Scholarships from UA Parents Association
The University of Alabama Parents Association has awarded three students, Courteney “Cory” Rice of Birmingham, Zachary Knight of Dallas, Texas, and Elizabeth Shahid of Birmingham, scholarships to participate in service abroad in the Dominican Republic this winter.
Student Affairs Hall of Fame Honors Service to UA
The Student Affairs Hall of Fame inaugural induction ceremony was held recently at The University of Alabama with three distinguished individuals recognized for their commitment to the University. Inducted into the UA Student Affairs Warner O. Moore Hall of Fame were Dr. John L. Blackburn, Sarah Healy Fenton and Melford E. Espey Jr.
Student Involvement Week Encourages UA Students to Join Campus Activities
From learning about paid jobs on campus to getting involved with student organizations at the Get Involved, Get On Board Day, Student Involvement Week, Aug. 23-28, has something to offer every University of Alabama student.
Week of Welcome Introduces New Students to UA
The University of Alabama will welcome incoming freshmen and transfer students with a movie night, community service event, pool party and a shopping trip to Target as part of the Week of Welcome Friday, Aug. 13-Thursday, Aug. 19.