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Join a working group for the SUCCESS InitiativeFollowing an analysis of results from a campuswide survey and stakeholder interviews, seven working groups have been created to address strategic priorities identified in the responses. Faculty and staff can apply to join a group. Learn more here. Also, RSVP for a town hall on the SUCCESS Initiative at 9 a.m. Feb. 24 at the Alumni House.posted yesterday 126 viewsShort survey — big impactsThe 2025 Campus Engagment Survey will be open from Feb. 3-17. Your investment of 20 minutes can lead to broad institutional changes to benefit your UAB experience and the experiences of others.posted yesterday 138 viewsLove match or dating disaster? Learn the signs of a healthy relationship
Mica Harrell, M.A., director of Wellness Promotion in the division of Student Affairs, recommends that anyone who’s in the dating pool, whether student or employee, first familiarize themselves with what a healthy relationship looks like.
posted yesterday 138 viewsInside UAB’s AI-powered, human-centered adrenal clinicA study published in December 2024 demonstrates how natural language processing techniques, combined with dedicated human personnel, can flag unusual findings in radiology images and connect patients with follow-up care. The work, pioneered in nodules on the adrenal glands, has many applications, the researchers say.posted 2 days ago 145 viewsNIH implements stricter regulations on controlled-access dataSignificant updates to the Genomic Data Sharing Policy will take effect Jan. 25. The change affects new and renewed requests for data access from 20 NIH-supported data repositories. Learn more about how this affects UAB researchers in this article.posted 8 days ago 527 viewsLund is 2024–2025 Distinguished Faculty LecturerFran Lund, Ph.D., an internationally recognized scientist who has uncovered crucial additional roles for the immune system’s antibody-generating B cells, has been selected for the academic medical center’s highest faculty honor. Learn more about her career and current work in immune memory in this article.posted 8 days ago 663 viewsMy Health Rewards incentive program making updates in 2025My Health Rewards, the UAB Employee Wellness incentive program that rewards participants for healthy behaviors, launched this month with a new look, new platform and more point-earning opportunities.
posted 11 days ago 1307 viewsSave the date: Mar. 19 town hall for Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposeAttend a town hall at the Alumni House at 10 a.m. March 19, 2025, for an important update on UAB’s Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose.posted 11 days ago 425 viewsLearn more about the new UAB Shared Values: We CAREDeveloped as part of UAB’s Forging Ahead strategic plan and informed by the Campus Engagement Survey, the values — Collaborate, Act with integrity, Respect all and Excel — should “influence the decisions we make, the way we work and how we treat others,” said President Ray Watts.posted 16 days ago 542 viewsDoes pregnancy protect a mom against Alzheimer’s? A new study sheds light on conflicting findings.Many studies have linked childbearing to a lower risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia later in life. But in a new study, UAB sociologists found that early-life factors, including a woman’s socioeconomic status in adolescence, accounted for the apparent pregnancy-cognitive connection.posted 16 days ago 809 viewsAI-enhanced telesitter pilot program aims to improve care and safety of older adults in the EDA grant from UAB’s Health Services Foundation General Endowment Fund will support a project testing an AI tool trained to predict fall risk and identify signs of delirium in order to improve patient care and safety for older adults in UAB’s Geriatric Emergency Department at UAB Hospital-Highlands.
posted 18 days ago 1121 viewsCenter for Teaching and Learning adds new offices of Learning Technologies and Continuing Education and Lifelong LearningAmy Chatham, Ph.D., has been named executive director of the expanded center. “These offices are here to help faculty and are laser-focused on providing the tools, training and service that enable UAB’s teachers to be the most effective,” said Scott Phillips, Ph.D., vice provost for Innovative Teaching and Academic Engagement.posted 21 days ago 1004 viewsBarnes named senior vice provost for enrollment management & student successBradley Barnes, Ph.D., joined UAB in 2017 as vice provost for enrollment management. His new role will focus on integrating and improving student experience.posted 22 days ago 1078 viewsUAB upgrades research infrastructure with new additionThe $1 million project to install the university’s first bulk dry heat sterilizer was made possible through a grant from the NIH and internal investments as part of the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. Dry heat sterilization is more efficient and saves power and water.posted 25 days ago 987 viewsUAB names Kimberlin new Clinical Trials VPAfter an extensive national search, UAB has appointed David Kimberlin, M.D., as associate vice president for Clinical Trial Operations, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
posted 28 days ago 2092 viewsOur favorite photos of 2024Each year, UAB’s official photographers capture tens of thousands of images as they document the incredible variety of events and personalities that make up our community. Here are some of our favorite photos from the past 12 months.posted a while back 2292 viewsWhat’s coming at UAB in 2025Mark your calendars for these major events on campus coming next year.
posted a while back 3281 viewsProject to predict and prevent apnea in premature babies receives Blazer Bridge Fund supportAfter studying thousands of hours of data from heart rate monitors, UAB clinician-researchers developed algorithms to predict when a baby’s heart rate will drop to unsafe levels in the NICU. With funding from UAB’s Harbert Institute, they will now conduct a clinical trial of a device they have created to intervene automatically.posted a while back 1455 viewsHealth Services Foundation awards $1.5 million in General Endowment Fund grants for 2024A 3D printer for prosthetics, navigation for patients on dialysis and a new electron microscope are three of the 11 projects to receive funding. The HSF-GEF faculty grants program is a way for UAB to support innovative ideas from its researchers and clinicians.posted a while back 1280 viewsUAB completes its eighth Habitat for Humanity houseBuilt by 217 Blazer volunteers, the Bessemer home was dedicated with a ceremony Dec. 6, allowing the Coach family to move in before the holidays.posted a while back 1275 viewsWhat’s in that corridor outside your office?Take note: To protect occupants and meet fire and building codes, furniture and equipment may not be used or stored in hallways. Need an exception? How do you dispose of unneeded equipment? Read on.
posted a while back 3243 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for fourth-quarter 2024Lakonja Billups, Bernice Dunklin and Timothy Sherrer are the fourth-quarter 2024 honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program. Nominations for first-quarter 2025 honorees are open through Jan. 22.posted a while back 1581 viewsBirmingham Promise intern brings fresh perspective to UAB Human ResourcesThrough an internship with UAB HR Talent Acquisition, Birmingham City Schools student Kendall Petties gained skills and experience and helped inform UAB’s employee recruitment and retention efforts.posted a while back 1481 viewsUAB’s health physics program prepares you for the most interesting job you have never heard ofMeet two UAB employees who are recent graduates of the master’s program in the School of Health Professions, along with the program’s leaders. Grads with health physics training are “in really high demand,” said program director Emily Caffrey, Ph.D.posted a while back 1721 viewsUAB’s Cutest Pet is an example of the joy that animal companions bringThe UAB's Cutest Pet 2024 contest attracted nearly 400 entries from employees across campus. Meet the winner, Bunny, a two-year-old longhair tabby, and her owner, Jenny Duckworth, an academic advisor in the Vulcan Materials Academic Success Center.posted a while back 2750 viewsGenAI is changing how professors teach writing. This faculty member has built a place to talk about “the conundrums that plague me.”Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT pose all kinds of questions for the future of writing instruction. Meagan Malone, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of English, has launched a website and blog called Composing in the Age of GenAI to share ideas and resources and spark conversations with others in the field.posted a while back 1255 viewsBrand Launch Party draws a crowdNearly 1,500 t-shirts and 750 hats with UAB’s new logo were distributed at the Brand Launch Party on Nov. 14 at the UAB Bookstore. See photos and a list of winners of UAB-branded water bottles.posted a while back 1956 viewsStudy smarter, not harder: Strategies for a smooth exam weekExam week can be a high-stress time on campus. As the semester comes to a close, classes get harder and assignments become more complex. It can be tempting to let homework pile up as you prioritize fun activities, thinking you have plenty of time to study. But what if that thought shifted to how could you optimize your study time to set yourself up for success?posted a while back 1391 viewsAdult ADHD diagnoses soared during the pandemic. This expert says it is still undertreated.About half of the estimated 15.5 million American adults who have ADHD were diagnosed during adulthood. UAB’s Rachel Fargason, M.D., who has specialized in adult ADHD for three decades, explains how she diagnoses the condition, why COVID triggered people to seek help, and why treatment is remarkably effective and life-changing.posted a while back 2595 viewsLisa Willett, M.D., MACM, receives the 2024 Ellen Gregg Ingalls/UAB National Alumni Society Award for Lifetime Achievement in TeachingLisa Willett, M.D., MACM, has been awarded the 2024 Ellen Gregg Ingalls/UAB National Alumni Society Award for Lifetime Achievement in Teaching. This annual award, hosted by the UAB Office of the Provost, celebrates a UAB faculty member who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to teaching.
posted a while back 749 viewsMerten to join UAB as senior associate vice president for Research OperationsAfter an extensive national search, UAB has named Kevyn E. Merten, Ph.D., as the senior associate vice president for Research Operations, effective Jan. 14. Merten will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Office of Research. He joins UAB from the University of Louisville.posted a while back 1303 viewsUAB Strategic Investment Fund fuels projects with focuses on student enrollment and success, wellness, and sustainabilityLearn more about the seven 2024 awardees, which received pledges for more than $12 million over three years. The SIF backs cross-campus projects — designed and led by UAB faculty and staff — that align with the university’s strategic plan, Forging Ahead.posted a while back 2583 viewsUAB Printing and Mailing announces installation of a new state-of-the-art pressUAB Printing and Mailing recently installed a new state-of-the-art color offset digital press. While the print shop has been serving the UAB community for decades, this new press not only provides a quicker turnaround time for print jobs, its technology allows for enhanced precision of inks and color matches.posted a while back 1447 viewsCollat pilot project demonstrates significant savings through energy managementA partnership among UAB Sustainability, UAB Energy Management and the Collat School of Business allowed the school to save 40 percent on its monthly utility bills in July 2024 and unlock ongoing reductions in energy use.posted a while back 1379 viewsHow UAB is taking a leading role in health promotion worldwideInnovative programs and a high-profile position in the International Health Promoting Campuses Network have made UAB a model for other universities in the United States and beyond.
posted a while back 1283 viewsUAB AWARE celebrates veterans throughout NovemberThe AWARE Disability Management Program is celebrating Veterans Day all month long with events and programs to honor the armed forces and give back to those who served.
posted a while back 1063 viewsCutest Pet Contest returns, highlighting special bond between humans and animalsThis month, UAB Employee Wellness is spotlighting the impact pets have on our mental health — including those experiencing seasonal mood shifts — by bringing back its UAB’s Cutest Pet Contest. UAB employees are invited to submit pictures of pets now through Nov. 14.posted a while back 1340 viewsCora Causey, Ph.D., receives 2024 Odessa Woolfolk Community Service AwardCora Brasfield Causey, Ph.D., assistant professor in the School of Education and Human Sciences, is the recipient of the 2024 Odessa Woolfolk Community Service Award. This prestigious award, hosted by the UAB Office of the Provost, recognizes a UAB faculty member who has rendered outstanding service to the Birmingham community.posted a while back 923 viewsWorking groups update for Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposeSix working groups have been meeting to address infrastructure opportunities that will help UAB expand its research impact and expenditures through the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. Read more about how the groups were selected, their progress and next steps.posted a while back 1103 viewsRimmer builds bridges because he believes “everyone should have a chance”James Rimmer, Ph.D., professor and inaugural Lakeshore Foundation Endowed Chair in Health Promotion and Rehabilitation Sciences in the School of Health Professions, has earned the 2024 Sam Brown Bridge Builder Award, which recognizes a UAB faculty member who engages in interdisciplinary, collaborative efforts across campus.posted a while back 1579 views-
Join a working group for the SUCCESS InitiativeFollowing an analysis of results from a campuswide survey and stakeholder interviews, seven working groups have been created to address strategic priorities identified in the responses. Faculty and staff can apply to join a group. Learn more here. Also, RSVP for a town hall on the SUCCESS Initiative at 9 a.m. Feb. 24 at the Alumni House.posted yesterday 126 viewsUpdated training on fiscal responsibility to be required“Understanding Your UAB Fiscal Responsibility,” which is focused on the role employees play in managing UAB’s financial resources, will be assigned to certain employees based on job function through the UAB Learning System beginning July 1, 2024.posted a while back 1975 views12 honored for excellence in teaching
Twelve faculty have been selected to receive the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, which honors those who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in teaching. The 2023 honorees represent each school, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Honors College, and the Graduate School.
posted a while back 6347 views9 faculty elevated to Distinguished, University professorshipsThe UA System Board of Trustees awarded the rank of Distinguished Professor to Ravi Bhatia, Heith Copes, Craig Elmets, Denise A. Gainey, Jeffrey D. Kerby, Farah D. Lubin, Jean-François Pittet and Martin E. Young and the rank of University Professor to Peter S. Hendricks during its meetings in April and June 2023.posted a while back 7403 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for second-quarter 2023Kayla Evans, Damian Schwartz and Brigitte Vola are the second-quarter 2023 honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program, which honors those whose work exemplifies and embodies Forging the Future’s shared values. Nominations for third-quarter 2023 honorees are open through Aug. 23.posted a while back 4608 views4 honored with Provost's Awards for Faculty ExcellenceJie Gao, Camerron Crowder, Ken Marion and James B. McClintock demonstrated extraordinary commitment to engaging undergraduate students in service learning, undergraduate research and education-abroad experiences.
posted a while back 4580 views9 years running: UAB again honored as Tree Campus USAFor the eighth year, UAB is recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation for its work to nurture more than 4,400 healthy trees and engage students and employees in conservation. UAB also was honored for the fourth time with a Tree Campus Healthcare designation, which recognizes health institutions that make a mission-aligned impact on community wellness through tree education, investment and community engagement.
posted a while back 5581 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for first-quarter 2023Toby W. Tripp, Andrew B. Crouse and Carin Mayo are the first-quarter 2023 honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program, which honors those whose work exemplifies and embodies Forging the Future’s shared values. Nominations for second-quarter 2023 honorees are open through May 24.
posted a while back 4195 viewsUAB authors can publish open access in Wiley, Cambridge journals at no costTwo agreements between UAB Libraries and Wiley and Cambridge University Press will enable university-affiliated authors to publish open access at no cost in more than 2,000 journals.
posted a while back 5249 viewsUAB recognizes 2023 diversity championsFive individuals and one student organization were honored with the 2022 President’s Diversity Champion Award during a ceremony at the Alumni House March 2.
posted a while back 5822 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for fourth-quarter 2022Tatyana Gavrikova, Sherry Polhill and Aparna Tamhane are the fourth-quarter 2022 honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program, which honors those whose work exemplifies and embodies Forging the Future's shared values. Nominations for first-quarter 2023 honorees are open through Feb. 28.
posted a while back 4742 views15-minute online training shares tips on how to best support students with disabilitiesEmployees can learn about compliance with the Americans with Disabilities and Rehabilitation acts, explore best practices for engaging with students with disabilities, and access key resources during a new online training from UAB Disability Support Services.
posted a while back 4071 views2022 in review: A banner Blazer yearPrograms across the university, from athletics to academics to patient care and more, were recognized on the national and international level in 2022, highlighting UAB’s continued commitment to excellence and achievement as outlined in Forging the Future, UAB’s strategic plan.
posted a while back 6701 views2022 in review: UAB’s gold-medal performanceDay after day during the World Games, contributions from Blazers made it possible to make athletes’ dreams come true and entertain fans while giving them a peek at the wealth of talent and creativity nurtured on UAB’s campus.
posted a while back 4633 views4 honored with Provost’s Awards for Faculty ExcellenceAna Oliveira, Sami Raut, Lisa McCormick and Meena Nabavi demonstrated extraordinary commitment to engaging undergraduate students in service learning, undergraduate research and education-abroad experiences.
posted a while back 4467 viewsWhat you need to know about the new NIH data management and sharing policyBeginning Jan. 25, 2023, the National Institutes of Health will implement a new data management and sharing policy, which will increase the rigor, reproducibility and transparency of research and create open access to data.
posted a while back 5143 views12 honored for excellence in teachingTwelve faculty have been selected to receive the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, which honors those who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in teaching. The 2022 honorees represent each school, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Honors College and the Graduate School.
posted a while back 9202 views4 ways to honor service members this Veterans DayAttend the annual wreath-laying, donate to a blanket and clothing drive, read stories from UAB veterans and leave a message of thanks.
posted a while back 4096 viewsVolunteers needed to build UAB’s Habitat House — build extended through Nov. 19Help complete the 2022 Habitat House, built for Eddie Mae Hopkins in Ensley, just in time for Thanksgiving celebrations. Sign up for a volunteer slot on BlazerPulse.
posted a while back 3984 views5 chosen as UAB VIPs for third-quarter 2022Amber Anderson, Kristen Campbell, Jamye Hester, Kevin Speed and Donna Williamson are the third-quarter honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program, which honors those whose work exemplifies and embodies Forging the Future's shared values.
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Learn more about the new UAB Shared Values: We CAREDeveloped as part of UAB’s Forging Ahead strategic plan and informed by the Campus Engagement Survey, the values — Collaborate, Act with integrity, Respect all and Excel — should “influence the decisions we make, the way we work and how we treat others,” said President Ray Watts.posted 16 days ago 542 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for second-quarter 2024
John Huffstutler, Nancy Parsons and Angel Simmons are the second-quarter 2024 honorees of the UAB Values in Action Program. Nominations for third-quarter 2024 honorees are open through July 11.
posted a while back 2716 viewsUpdated training on fiscal responsibility to be required“Understanding Your UAB Fiscal Responsibility,” which is focused on the role employees play in managing UAB’s financial resources, will be assigned to certain employees based on job function through the UAB Learning System beginning July 1, 2024.posted a while back 1975 views“Find the passion and it is easy to do the rest”: What makes Brigitte Vola go above and beyond.Brigitte Vola, wound, ostomy and continence nurse in Trauma Services, is the 2023 winner of the President’s Award for Excellence in Shared Values.posted a while back 2729 views12 honored for excellence in teachingTwelve faculty have been selected to receive the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, which honors those who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in teaching. The 2023 honorees represent each school, the College of Arts and Sciences, the Honors College, and the Graduate School.
posted a while back 6347 viewsDid you know? Improperly parking scooters can make campus inaccessible for some BlazersMicromobility vehicles like rentable electric scooters and bikes make getting across campus quickly a breeze. But parking them improperly can prevent Blazers from accessing sidewalks, ramps, accessible doorways and more, according to Disability Support Services.
posted a while back 4644 views5 things to know before you order UAB swag for fallIf your school or unit wants new branded promotional items and apparel for fall semester, these guidelines can help you avoid delays.
posted a while back 10581 views9 faculty elevated to Distinguished, University professorshipsThe UA System Board of Trustees awarded the rank of Distinguished Professor to Ravi Bhatia, Heith Copes, Craig Elmets, Denise A. Gainey, Jeffrey D. Kerby, Farah D. Lubin, Jean-François Pittet and Martin E. Young and the rank of University Professor to Peter S. Hendricks during its meetings in April and June 2023.posted a while back 7403 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for second-quarter 2023Kayla Evans, Damian Schwartz and Brigitte Vola are the second-quarter 2023 honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program, which honors those whose work exemplifies and embodies Forging the Future’s shared values. Nominations for third-quarter 2023 honorees are open through Aug. 23.posted a while back 4608 viewsAnnual performance evaluation cycle open now: Here’s what you need to knowEligible employees in workgroup A will complete self-evaluations in the Performance App. Managers must have conversations with employees and complete evaluations by Sept. 30. Check your workgroup here and visit the Performance Management site for tools, FAQs and training.
posted a while back 5827 views4 honored with Provost's Awards for Faculty ExcellenceJie Gao, Camerron Crowder, Ken Marion and James B. McClintock demonstrated extraordinary commitment to engaging undergraduate students in service learning, undergraduate research and education-abroad experiences.
posted a while back 4580 views9 years running: UAB again honored as Tree Campus USAFor the eighth year, UAB is recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation for its work to nurture more than 4,400 healthy trees and engage students and employees in conservation. UAB also was honored for the fourth time with a Tree Campus Healthcare designation, which recognizes health institutions that make a mission-aligned impact on community wellness through tree education, investment and community engagement.
posted a while back 5581 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for first-quarter 2023Toby W. Tripp, Andrew B. Crouse and Carin Mayo are the first-quarter 2023 honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program, which honors those whose work exemplifies and embodies Forging the Future’s shared values. Nominations for second-quarter 2023 honorees are open through May 24.
posted a while back 4195 viewsUAB recognizes 2023 diversity championsFive individuals and one student organization were honored with the 2022 President’s Diversity Champion Award during a ceremony at the Alumni House March 2.
posted a while back 5822 views3 chosen as UAB VIPs for fourth-quarter 2022Tatyana Gavrikova, Sherry Polhill and Aparna Tamhane are the fourth-quarter 2022 honorees of the UAB Shared Values in Action Program, which honors those whose work exemplifies and embodies Forging the Future's shared values. Nominations for first-quarter 2023 honorees are open through Feb. 28.
posted a while back 4742 views15-minute online training shares tips on how to best support students with disabilitiesEmployees can learn about compliance with the Americans with Disabilities and Rehabilitation acts, explore best practices for engaging with students with disabilities, and access key resources during a new online training from UAB Disability Support Services.
posted a while back 4071 views2022 in review: A banner Blazer yearPrograms across the university, from athletics to academics to patient care and more, were recognized on the national and international level in 2022, highlighting UAB’s continued commitment to excellence and achievement as outlined in Forging the Future, UAB’s strategic plan.
posted a while back 6701 views2022 in review: UAB’s gold-medal performanceDay after day during the World Games, contributions from Blazers made it possible to make athletes’ dreams come true and entertain fans while giving them a peek at the wealth of talent and creativity nurtured on UAB’s campus.
posted a while back 4633 views4 honored with Provost’s Awards for Faculty ExcellenceAna Oliveira, Sami Raut, Lisa McCormick and Meena Nabavi demonstrated extraordinary commitment to engaging undergraduate students in service learning, undergraduate research and education-abroad experiences.
posted a while back 4467 views5 ways to protect your personal propertyFollow these tips to reduce the risk of stolen personal items, and alert UAB Police or UAB’s Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management team if someone in a public area is behaving suspiciously.
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