STUDENT AFFAIRS NEWS

Mandy Hunt recognized for commitment to student success

Mandy Hunt of UAB Student Assistance & Support has been recognized as the August 2026 Employee of the Month for her dedication to removing barriers and improving access to resources that support student success.

Read more about Mandy being named August EOM...

Roll, Bounce and Connect at Friday Night Live

Roll into the weekend at Friday Night Live! Join us for a night of skating, music and fun.

Read more about the FNL Roll Bounce Roller Rink. 

Campus Dining to host Welcome Back Bash on August 28

As students return to campus for the fall semester, UAB Campus Dining is helping Blazers reconnect, make new friends and kick off the academic year together at the Welcome Back Bash

Learn more about Campus Dining’s Welcome Back Bash on August 28...

Find your people at UAB at Connect Fest 2026

Connect Fest is your chance to discover student organizations, meet new people, and find communities that match your interests. Read more on how you can become more involved on campus.

Hill Student Center Announces Fall Updates

As UAB prepares for the start of the fall semester, the Hill Student Center is sharing several important updates for students, faculty and staff, including fall operating hours, temporary restroom changes during Panhellenic Recruitment Week and the Labor Day holiday schedule.

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UAB Student Affairs celebrates the end of summer with ice cream social

The UAB Division of Student Affairs hosted an ice cream social, bringing all Student Affairs staff together to celebrate their hard work.

Read more on how Student Affairs' staff came together to celebrate the end of summer. 

Jess Seymour named July EOM

 Jess Seymour’s commitment to collaboration, integrity, and excellence through her work in student wellbeing and leadership development are a few of the reasons she was named July Employee of the Month by the Division of Student Affairs. 

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Kiara Jones named June EOM

Due to her dedication to financial integrity, collaborative leadership and student advocacy, Kiara Jones has been named the June Employee of the Month by the UAB Division of Student Affairs.

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Abby Taylor Huguley named NASPA-AL State Director

UAB's Abby Taylor Huguley, assistant director for Student Success, is the new state director for NASPA-AL. 

Read more about Abby Huguley's new role ...

Save the Date: Fall Family Weekend happening October 2–4, 2026

Mark your calendars and make plans to join us October 2–4, 2026, for Fall Family Weekend at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. 

Learn more about Fall Family Weekend 2026.