LATEST NEWS
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Feel Your Best Campaign: Gratitude
Last year, UAB Student Affairs launched the Feel Your Best campaign to promote holistic wellbeing and encourage students to build daily habits that support their physical, mental and emotional health.Read more...
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Tune in to EPISODE ONE of STUDY BREAK with SEE!

Student Engagement & Enrichment at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, in cvonjuctions with Student Media, has released episode one of Study Break, a new student-success–driven podcast designed to support, encourage, and empower Blazers in their academic and personal journeys.
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Designing Campus Impact through Collaboration

Maisie Davis still remembers the first time she spotted another student wearing her T-shirt. “I’ve walked up to people and said, ‘I made that!’” she laughs. “But after a few confused looks, I realized it was better to just smile to myself.” -
Finding Courage within a Culture of Care

The first table Hycall Brooks saw at ConnectFest was Student Media. It was serendipity. He had transferred to UAB after his freshman year - Atlanta had proven too expensive -
Student Affairs Offers Pop-Up Sensory Room During Finals Week (Dec. 8-12)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Hill Student Center and Disability Support Services (DSS) will offer a pop-up sensory room for students during final exams, providing a calming space for those who may feel overwhelmed during the end-of-semester rush.
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UAB Community Honors Service Members at 13th Annual Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony
UAB Community Honors Service Members at 13th Annual Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Veterans Services office hosted its 13th Annual Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony on Nov. 11, bringing together students, faculty, staff and community members to honor the courage, sacrifice and legacy of U.S. military veterans.Read more...
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UAB Campus Dining Announces Adjusted Hours for Fall Break
The University of Alabama at Birmingham has released adjusted hours of operation for Campus Dining locations during the upcoming fall break, beginning Friday, Nov. 21.Read more...
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Student Engagement & Enrichment Launches New “Study Break” Student Success Podcast
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Student Engagement & Enrichment office has launched a new student-focused podcast, “Study Break with SEE,” to help Blazers navigate campus life, manage challenges, and make the most of their UAB experience. -
Sid Trant, UA System Chancellor, shares his first-generation journey

The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s annual First-Generation College Celebration luncheon brought together university administrators, students, faculty, and staff
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James Beard-Recognized Chef Frank Stitt Delivers an Unforgettable Dining Experience at UAB

UAB Campus Dining recently hosted an extraordinary culinary event featuring James Beard Award-recognized Chef Frank Stitt, bringing a taste of Birmingham’s renowned fine dining scene to campus. The event
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UAB to Honor Veterans at 13th Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony, Nov. 11

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) will host its 13th Annual Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony to honor military service members and veterans. The free event, presented by UAB Student Affairs and Veterans Services, will take place at 12 p.m. in Ballrooms C and D of the Hill Student Center
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UAB Veterans Services to host Expo, Nov. 13
You’re invited to the UAB Veterans Expo, a one-stop resource fair connecting military service members, veterans, and their families with the benefits and opportunities they deserve. This year’s Expo will feature dozens of organizations and agencies offering valuable on-site services and resources,
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UAB Honors First-Generation Blazers with Week of Celebration, Nov. 3-7
The University of Alabama at Birmingham is celebrating National First-Generation College Student Week with a series of events recognizing students who are the first in their families to pursue a college degree. Observed nationally on Nov. 8, First-Generation College Celebration Day honors the success and resilience of first-gen students -
Blazers learn pro tips from leaders in public service

The Office of Student Engagement and Enrichment(S.E.E.) and the UAB Career Center recently partnered to host the second event in their “How to Be” series: How to Be a Leader
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Miss UAB Scholarship Competition set for Nov. 9

Mark your calendars for an evening of talent, grace, and scholarship as UAB Student Affairs presents the 2026 Miss UAB Scholarship Competition.
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Chef Frank Stitt to Visit UAB Campus Dining, Oct. 28

The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Campus Dining will host James Beard Award‐winning chef Frank Stitt from 11 am – 2 pm at The Commons on Oct. 28.
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Dine & Discuss: In The Face of Fear

Fear is something we all face—whether it stems from uncertainty, challenges, or stepping outside our comfort zones. Join us for an open conversation and shared meal as we
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Blazer families come together for Fall Family Weekend; Nelsons Named 2025 Family of the Year

Blazer families, including more than 2,000 attendees from near and far, came together October 3–5 for the ninth annual Fall Family Weekend, a UAB tradition that celebrates community
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New sensory room in Sterne Library to provide ‘calm, welcoming’ space

A specialized space now open on the third floor of Sterne Library will enable Blazers with neurodivergence — or a need for different environmental stimulation — to reset and
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Everything You Need to Know About FALL Family Weekend 2025

Meet with UAB staff and collect your family weekend materials. Visit with campus partners and reps while enjoying games, music, and food trucks. Join the Alumni Society