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UAB monitoring federal activityUAB leadership continues to work diligently with government relations professionals and meets regularly to monitor, assess and address rapidly evolving developments related to recent executive orders and guidance. Researchers with specific operational questions about their proposals, projects, or funding because of the executive orders or communications from federal agencies should reach out to the appropriate UAB officials listed in this story.posted yesterday 56 views5 things you need to know about politics and institutional neutrality at UAB
There are several important things to keep in mind about political speech and activity as a member of a community at a public university and academic medical center.
posted yesterday 90 viewsShaping UAB’s future through the Campus Engagement SurveyPrevious survey responses led to enhancements in performance management across UAB.
posted 8 days ago 464 views5 options for a fun night out on campusYou can always shake off a hectic day by scheduling fun times with others right here on campus. Here are five options to keep in mind for your next night out—no need to break the bank.posted 8 days ago 888 views8 views of January 2025 at UABSnow days, winter sun, blood drives — look back at some of last month's memorable campus images captured by UAB's official photographers.posted 11 days ago 665 viewsGrow into a greener office: 5 things a sustainability expert wants you to knowDo you want to conserve resources, reduce costs and create a healthier, more sustainable workplace? Consider these five opportunities for action from UAB Sustainability Officer Bambi Ingram.
posted 11 days ago 494 views3 reasons you may be experiencing delays due to incorrect addressing of incoming mailIf you are experiencing delivery delays, be sure senders are using the correct address format, name and building abbreviations.posted 13 days ago 491 viewsDon’t miss these important surveysSurveys are an important tool to determine actions for improvement. This year, the UAB community will have several opportunities to provide feedback. Please complete all surveys that apply to your workgroup.posted 13 days ago 626 views6 things to expect when UAB demolishes a buildingAs UAB inventories existing buildings, it often razes aging and energy-inefficient structures. Demolition of Denman Hall is going on now. Curious about the demolition process and what it might mean for you? Here’s what to expect.
posted 15 days ago 9066 viewsJoin a working group for the SUCCESS InitiativeFollowing an analysis of results from a campuswide survey and stakeholder interviews, seven working groups have been created to address strategic priorities identified in the responses. Faculty and staff can apply to join a group. Learn more here. Also, RSVP for a town hall on the SUCCESS Initiative at 9 a.m. Feb. 24 at the Alumni House.posted 26 days ago 825 viewsShort survey — big impactsThe 2025 Campus Engagment Survey will be open from Feb. 3-17. Your investment of 20 minutes can lead to broad institutional changes to benefit your UAB experience and the experiences of others.posted 26 days ago 1631 viewsLove match or dating disaster? Learn the signs of a healthy relationshipMica Harrell, M.A., director of Wellness Promotion in the division of Student Affairs, recommends that anyone who’s in the dating pool, whether student or employee, first familiarize themselves with what a healthy relationship looks like.
posted 26 days ago 1602 viewsNIH implements stricter regulations on controlled-access dataSignificant updates to the Genomic Data Sharing Policy will take effect Jan. 25. The change affects new and renewed requests for data access from 20 NIH-supported data repositories. Learn more about how this affects UAB researchers in this article.posted a while back 981 viewsSave the date: Mar. 19 town hall for Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposeAttend a town hall at the Alumni House at 10 a.m. March 19, 2025, for an important update on UAB’s Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose.posted a while back 695 viewsLearn more about the new UAB Shared Values: We CAREDeveloped as part of UAB’s Forging Ahead strategic plan and informed by the Campus Engagement Survey, the values — Collaborate, Act with integrity, Respect all and Excel — should “influence the decisions we make, the way we work and how we treat others,” said President Ray Watts.posted a while back 915 viewsUAB upgrades research infrastructure with new additionThe $1 million project to install the university’s first bulk dry heat sterilizer was made possible through a grant from the NIH and internal investments as part of the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. Dry heat sterilization is more efficient and saves power and water.posted a while back 1208 viewsOur favorite photos of 2024Each year, UAB’s official photographers capture tens of thousands of images as they document the incredible variety of events and personalities that make up our community. Here are some of our favorite photos from the past 12 months.posted a while back 2607 viewsWhat’s coming at UAB in 2025Mark your calendars for these major events on campus coming in the first half of 2025.
posted a while back 3878 viewsWhat’s in that corridor outside your office?Take note: To protect occupants and meet fire and building codes, furniture and equipment may not be used or stored in hallways. Need an exception? How do you dispose of unneeded equipment? Read on.
posted a while back 3452 viewsBrand Launch Party draws a crowdNearly 1,500 t-shirts and 750 hats with UAB’s new logo were distributed at the Brand Launch Party on Nov. 14 at the UAB Bookstore. See photos and a list of winners of UAB-branded water bottles.posted a while back 2180 viewsStudy smarter, not harder: Strategies for a smooth exam weekExam week can be a high-stress time on campus. As the semester comes to a close, classes get harder and assignments become more complex. It can be tempting to let homework pile up as you prioritize fun activities, thinking you have plenty of time to study. But what if that thought shifted to how could you optimize your study time to set yourself up for success?posted a while back 1722 viewsUAB Strategic Investment Fund fuels projects with focuses on student enrollment and success, wellness, and sustainabilityLearn more about the seven 2024 awardees, which received pledges for more than $12 million over three years. The SIF backs cross-campus projects — designed and led by UAB faculty and staff — that align with the university’s strategic plan, Forging Ahead.posted a while back 2845 viewsUAB Printing and Mailing announces installation of a new state-of-the-art pressUAB Printing and Mailing recently installed a new state-of-the-art color offset digital press. While the print shop has been serving the UAB community for decades, this new press not only provides a quicker turnaround time for print jobs, its technology allows for enhanced precision of inks and color matches.posted a while back 1619 viewsCollat pilot project demonstrates significant savings through energy managementA partnership among UAB Sustainability, UAB Energy Management and the Collat School of Business allowed the school to save 40 percent on its monthly utility bills in July 2024 and unlock ongoing reductions in energy use.posted a while back 1553 viewsUAB AWARE celebrates veterans throughout NovemberThe AWARE Disability Management Program is celebrating Veterans Day all month long with events and programs to honor the armed forces and give back to those who served.
posted a while back 1202 viewsCutest Pet Contest returns, highlighting special bond between humans and animalsThis month, UAB Employee Wellness is spotlighting the impact pets have on our mental health — including those experiencing seasonal mood shifts — by bringing back its UAB’s Cutest Pet Contest. UAB employees are invited to submit pictures of pets now through Nov. 14.posted a while back 1509 viewsWorking groups update for Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposeSix working groups have been meeting to address infrastructure opportunities that will help UAB expand its research impact and expenditures through the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. Read more about how the groups were selected, their progress and next steps.posted a while back 1312 viewsGurney Derby: UAB’s Unique Homecoming TraditionThe Gurney Derby, hosted each year by UAB’s National Alumni Society, has been part of every UAB homecoming since 1994. This year, UAB’s Gurney Derby will mark its 29th year, making it one of UAB’s oldest traditions.posted a while back 1668 viewsOpen enrollment for benefits starts at 7 a.m. Oct. 18UAB’s annual open enrollment for benefits will be held Oct. 18-Nov. 4. Eligible employees can choose among dental, vision and health insurance plans plus voluntary plan options and tax-deferred spending accounts for health and dependent care for 2025.posted a while back 6774 viewsLook back at the 2024 Staff Council Picnic in this slideshowHundreds of UAB employees met for lunch and conversation at the annual Staff Picnic on Oct. 4. Here are some of our favorite photos from the event.posted a while back 2513 viewsVoluntary supplemental benefits to be offered during open enrollmentEligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital Management LLC may choose voluntary benefits during the annual open enrollment Oct. 18- Nov. 4. These programs are voluntary and paid for by employees and can be canceled at any time.posted a while back 1503 viewsOpen enrollment for the Voluntary Employee Life and Voluntary Spouse Life insurancesThe Standard Insurance Company is offering a true open enrollment for 2025 Voluntary Employee Life and Voluntary Spouse Life insurance elections during UAB’s annual open enrollment Oct. 18- Nov. 4.posted a while back 1642 views6 things you need to know as election day nearsThere are several important things to keep in mind at UAB and UAB Medicine leading up to election day, as well as on and after Nov. 5, as a member of a community at a public university and academic medical center.
posted a while back 5800 views9 ways to reduce your health care costs in 2025Nationwide, costs continue to rise, and UAB is working to balance the impact of these costs on its employees and the organization. Here are some things you can do to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.posted a while back 2670 viewsPremium rates for health, dental and vision available for 2025For UAB to remain competitive in the market, stay in line with national benchmarks and keep costs down as much as possible for all employees, there will be medical plan design changes for 2025.posted a while back 7365 viewsVision coverage from VSP available during open enrollmentUAB offers vision benefits, and eligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital Management LLC will have the option to choose or decline that coverage during the open enrollment for benefits Oct. 18-Nov. 4.posted a while back 1591 viewsDental coverage from BCBS is available during open enrollmentUAB will offer dental insurance during the annual open enrollment for benefits, and eligible employees must choose or decline that coverage between 7 a.m. Oct. 18 and 5 p.m. Nov. 4posted a while back 2350 views3 traditional health plan options available for 2025Eligible employees of UAB, UAB Hospital and UAB Hospital Management LLC will have the option to choose or decline health care coverage from VIVA Health and Blue Cross/Blue Shield during the annual open enrollment for benefits Oct. 18-Nov. 4.posted a while back 4395 viewsGrowth with Purpose Faculty Recruitment Fund helps bring more outstanding innovators to UABTake a closer look at the new fund, which was launched this summer by the Office of the President to help expand UAB’s portfolio of funded principal investigators as part of the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose.
posted a while back 1757 viewsConsumer-driven health plan can make good financial senseA benefit option that enables employees to pay lower monthly health care premiums in exchange for higher out-of-pocket expenses for covered services continues to grow in favor among eligible employees.posted a while back 2579 views Latest from the UAB Reporter
