LATEST NEWS
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Still not vaccinated, Blazer?
UAB students who need to be vaccinated have many opportunities (and incentives) available on campus. Student Health Services offers appointments for vaccination as well as pop-up clinics across campus.
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Undergraduate students to complete sexual assault prevention training before Oct. 1
At UAB we are dedicated to giving you the tools you need to be a successful student and community member, both here and beyond.
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Student Counseling Services hosts suicide prevention seminars
Suicide prevention may seem like an intimidating task--however, preventing suicide is something anyone can be trained to do!
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UAB kicks off the fall semester with Blazer Welcome
Starting a new school year can be an exciting yet anxious time for students and family members. To help students integrate into the UAB campus and community, Student Affairs is hosting its annual Blazer Welcome now through September 18.
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UAB provides incentives to encourage students to receive COVID-19 vaccinations
All UAB students who have completed their COVID-19 vaccination and uploaded their information into the UAB Student Patient Portal will get $20 in Blazer Bucks. Students will also receive a "Vaxxed and Back" T-shirt upon becoming fully vaccinated at the weekly pop-up clinics.
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UAB students may be eligible to receive emergency funding through the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund
UAB has received additional funding from the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF-III) under the American Rescue Plan Act to offer emergency grants to eligible students.
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COVID-19 vaccination appointments available at Student Health Services
Student Health Services now has openings available for students to receive the Moderna and Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccines.
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Student COVID-19 vaccination clinic is June 8 at Bartow Arena
The University of Alabama at Birmingham will offer free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations for new and returning students, with no appointment necessary, from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, June 8.
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UAB will offer student COVID-19 vaccinations May 18, June 8 at Bartow Arena
The University of Alabama at Birmingham will offer free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations for new and returning students from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, and Tuesday, June 8.
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Why you need the BWELL app to be well: a student’s perspective
The UAB BWELL app, which is available in the Apple app store and at Google Play, encourages self-care habits and provides a plethora of useful mental health resources.
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Wellness Promotion is 'Taking Back the Net' for survivors of sexual violence
Wellness Promotion is continuing on their mission to provide awareness and support for sexual violence survivors in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
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UAB Collegiate Recovery Community hosts Virtual Speaker Series
Join the UAB Collegiate Recovery Community every Tuesday in April as they host their Virtual Speaker Series. Tuning into this series will help students gain a better understanding of the science behind substance use disorders in college and the recovery process. -
Students are offered mental health resources and a safe space to talk in SHOW virtual event
OWN Your Resilience will be a virtual conversation and safe space for students to share their mental health struggles and experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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UAB operations will be altered once again due to inclement weather
In response to expected severe weather, the University of Alabama at Birmingham will once again close certain facilities after 12 p.m. CST, on March 25, 2021.
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Griffin honored with inaugural President's Award for Excellence in Shared Values
Jennifer Griffin, director for Student Involvement and Leadership, was recently selected as a recipient of UAB’s inaugural President’s Award for Excellence in Shared Values.
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How to be Prepared for Midterms
As the semester continues, midterm season is closing in. There are several resources available for students and various departments with great advice to combat burnout and stay on top of your studies.
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SAMAC and Student Media launch new SHOW campaign podcast
UAB seniors Ariana Benedict, a neuroscience major, and Macey Hobson, a public relations major, host the show and explore the tenets of the student-led SHOW campaign.
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Blazers Taking Action
UAB Student Affairs, the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and the UAB Center for Educational Accountability have partnered with EVERFI to provide trainings to help students stay informed and to take action when they see someone in need of help.
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Blazer-created mental health app puts wellness in student hands
B Well helps students easily access resources on mobile devices and build a self-care plan that encourages healthy habits.
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UAB Campus will operate under altered hours Feb.16 due to weather
Due to expected precipitation and freezing overnight, the University of Alabama at Birmingham will operate under altered hours on February 16.