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Freshman Schedule
Please make note of the Blazer Beginnings schedule before making travel arrangements – all portions of Blazer Beginnings are required unless specifically marked as optional.
Spring
Freshmen starting in the Spring term must make a reservation for a Transfer & Non-Traditional Orientation date.
Summer/Fall
To select when you will attend Blazer Beginnings, view a list of orientation dates. All orientation dates will be hosted on campus.
Important Programming Details
- Overnight on-campus accommodations: Staying on campus gives you the chance to meet other new students at the Blazer Beginnings Social the evening of Day 1. Limited on-campus accommodations can be reserved for $40 per person, per night. If you prefer to stay off campus, there are hotels nearby.
- Parent & Family Orientation: Family programming will be offered live on your orientation date. A reservation for one adult family member is included in your deposit and any additional family members may join for a $35 fee. Family members may also view pre-recorded videos in a specially designed online course free of charge.
- Attendance at ALL portions of orientation is required for students. Parents and family members are encouraged, but not required, to attend.
- In order to maximize student learning for all participants at Blazer Beginnings, family members and guests will participate in the Parent & Family Track only and incoming students will participate in the Student Track only.
- While we welcome parents and adult guardians, attending Orientation with family members younger than 16 is strongly discouraged. Please make alternative arrangements for younger siblings or children under 16 while you are attending Blazer Beginnings.
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Schedules for students entering in Summer and Fall 2025 will be announced at a later date. Programming is expected to last from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on both days.
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Transfer/Non-Traditional Schedules
The Blazer Beginnings schedule is below. Attendance at ALL portions of orientation is required for students.
There are a variety of schedule options available depending on the type of session: on-campus or virtual, daytime or evening. Click on the dates below to determine which option works best for you.
Family Members and Guests at Orientation
- A Parent and Family track will be offered live during on-campus orientation dates for a $10 fee. Family members may also view pre-recorded videos in a specially designed online course free of charge. Get more information on the Parent & Family Orientation
- Parents and family members are encouraged, but not required, to attend.
- In order to maximize student learning for all participants at Blazer Beginnings, family members and guests will participate in the Parent and Family Track only and incoming students will participate in the Student Track only.
- While we welcome parents and adult guardians, attending orientation with family members younger than 16 is strongly discouraged. Please make alternative arrangements for younger siblings or children under 16 while you are attending Blazer Beginnings.
Schedules for students entering in Summer or Fall 2025 will be announced at a later date.
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On-Campus Schedule
REQUIRED SESSIONS:
8:30-9:00 AM (CT)
Check-In, ONE Card Photos, Student Organizations and Services Expo
Hill Student Center9:00-9:25 AM (CT)
Specialized Interest Information Sessions
Hill Student Center9:30-9:45 AM (CT)
Welcome
Hill Student Center9:45-10:45 AM (CT)
Blazer Talk
Hill Student Center
Parent and Family Track
Hill Student Center11:00 AM-12:30 PM (CT)
Academic Advising and Class Registration
Various Locations
Parent and Family Track
Hill Student CenterOPTIONAL SESSIONS:
11:30 AM-1:00 PM (CT)
Lunch
Hill Student Center11:30 AM-1:00 PM (CT)
Meet and Treat – Opportunity to Meet Other New and Current Students
Off-Campus Student Lounge, Hill Student Center12:30-1:30 PM (CT) and 1:00-2:00 PM (CT)
Campus Tours
Depart from Off-Campus Student Lounge, Hill Student Center12:00-5:00 PM (CT)
Individual Financial Counseling and UAB Office Visits (optional)
Hill Student Center
Make the most of your time at UAB! You are welcome to visit the following locations before they close at 5:00 PM. Please note that students must be present for student-specific information to be discussed: One Stop (including representatives from financial aid, student accounting, and scholarships), Disability Support Services, TechConnect, Veteran Services, and UAB Bookstore. -
On-Campus Schedule
3:00-4:15 PM (CT)
Campus Tours (optional)
Departing from Center Campus Visit Center (Hill Student Center, Second Floor)4:30-4:45 PM (CT)
Check-In, ONE Card Photos, Student Organizations and Services Expo
Hill Student Center4:45-5:10 PM (CT)
Specialized Interest Information Sessions
Hill Student Center5:15-5:30 PM (CT)
Welcome
Hill Student Center5:30-6:30 PM (CT)
Blazer Talk
Hill Student Center
Parent and Family Track
Hill Student Center6:45-8:15 PM (CT)
Academic Advising and Class Registration
Various Locations
Parent and Family Track
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Parent & Family programming not available on virtual dates.
Virtual Schedule
Required Sessions:
8:30-8:40 AM (CT)
Welcome8:40-9:50 AM (CT)
Blazer Talk10:00-10:25 AM (CT)
Breakout Sessions10:30-11:00 AM (CT)
UAB Student Organizations and Services Expo11:00 AM-12:00 PM (CT)
Class Registration -
On-Campus Schedule
REQUIRED SESSIONS:
8:30-9:00 AM (CT)
Check-In, ONE Card Photos, Student Organizations and Services Expo
Hill Student Center9:00-9:25 AM (CT)
Specialized Interest Information Sessions
Hill Student Center9:30-9:45 AM (CT)
Welcome
Hill Student Center9:45-10:45 AM (CT)
Blazer Talk
Hill Student Center
Parent and Family Track
Hill Student Center11:00 AM-12:30 PM (CT)
Academic Advising and Class Registration
Various Locations
Parent and Family Track
Hill Student CenterOPTIONAL SESSIONS:
11:30 AM-1:00 PM (CT)
Lunch
Hill Student Center11:30 AM-1:00 PM (CT)
Meet and Treat – Opportunity to Meet Other New and Current Students
Off-Campus Student Lounge, Hill Student Center12:30-1:30 PM (CT) and 1:00-2:00 PM (CT)
Campus Tours
Depart from Off-Campus Student Lounge, Hill Student Center12:00-5:00 PM (CT)
Individual Financial Counseling and UAB Office Visits (optional)
Hill Student Center
Make the most of your time at UAB! You are welcome to visit the following locations before they close at 5:00 PM. Please note that students must be present for student-specific information to be discussed: One Stop (including representatives from financial aid, student accounting, and scholarships), Disability Support Services, TechConnect, Veteran Services, and UAB Bookstore.