UAB is committed to providing an environment that respects the dignity of its students, faculty, staff, patients, and visitors and is free from all forms of discrimination based on sex and related retaliation. It is the responsibility of every member of the University community to promote a culture of respect.
Your Role in Promoting a Culture of Respect at UAB
Your role in promoting a culture of respect at UAB is to complete the Respect EDU Title IX training. This training provides important information about healthy relationships, consent, bystander intervention, sexual misconduct, and the resources available to students. The training is designed to help you understand your rights, recognize ways to support others, and your role in contributing to a campus culture grounded in safety, respect, and UAB's Shared Values.
You can access online training through the Canvas Dashboard. Training assignments are based on your student classification. Depending on your status as a new or returning student, you will be assigned the appropriate Respect EDU course.
If you are concerned about completing this training because of its content, please email
Frequently Asked Questions
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What training is required for new undergraduate students?
See the “New Undergraduate Students” page for more information.
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Why should I complete the training?
This training provides practical information about consent, healthy relationship behaviors, bystander intervention, and the resources available to support students at UAB. By completing the training, you'll gain valuable information that contributes to a safer campus community and become eligible to receive prizes and swag items.
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Is the Respect EDU Title IX training required for all students?
Training is required for all new undergraduate students, including transfer students and students admitted in summer.
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Are all other undergraduate and graduate students eligible to receive prizes and swag items for completing the training?
Yes.
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How do I access the Respect EDU training?
The training is accessed through your Canvas dashboard.
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When will I have access to the training?
The training will be available August 17 through October 30.
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What if I don’t have access to Canvas?
If you cannot access Canvas, email
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How long does the training take to complete?
It takes approximately 90 minutes.
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Can I complete the training in multiple sessions?
Yes. You may work at your own pace. Canvas will automatically save your progress so you can stop and return later.
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What if the training is difficult or triggering for me?
If you need to stop the training for any reason, please do so and email
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