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Honoring J. Claude Bennett
J. Claude Bennett, M.D., who served as UAB president from 1993 to 1996, passed away on Aug. 11, 2024, at age 90.
Look back at a successful summer on campusBefore the new semester starts on Aug. 26, enjoy this glimpse of some of the many happenings at UAB and nearby this summer as captured by university photographers and special guests.Change your commute route Aug. 21-25 for student move-inAs students begin arriving on campus for the fall semester, UAB Transportation recommends traveling an alternative route to work during times when the most students will be moving into on- campus housing. This map will help you plan.How UAB is investing in the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposeFunds for recruitment and retention, enhanced research capabilities, new leadership roles and new infrastructure for interdisciplinary collaboration are all fueling the initiative's bold vision of growing the UAB research enterprise to increase our positive impact on people’s lives.With new partnership, Sustainability aims to spark UAB Medicine collaborationsThrough a UAB-wide membership in Practice Greenhealth, employees interested in making sustainable changes in their units can access seminars, white papers and data about projects that have been successful at more than 1,500 member hospitals and health systems. Find out how to access this information online.UAB selects new electronic research administration systemFinding a new electronic research administration solution to replace IRAP, the current tool, was one of the five key priorities for immediate action as part of UAB's Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. After approval by the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees early this month, UAB has selected an integrated, cloud-based platform that will be named myUABResearch.Working Group chairs and members named for Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposeThe final report from UAB’s engagement with Huron Consulting and Urban Impact Advisors recommended forming six working groups to enable the goals of the Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with Purpose. In collaboration with the UAB deans and the chair of the Faculty Senate, the Executive Steering Committee has identified two co-chairs to lead each working group.McDew to be new AVP & Sr. Title IX CoordinatorAndrea McDew, Ed.D., has been selected as the new assistant vice president and senior Title IX coordinator for the UAB Title IX Office. She has an extensive background in Title IX and university safety, most lately at Texas Christian University. McDew will begin at UAB on July 1.Town hall shares immediate actions, path to growth and next steps for Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposeMissed the meeting? Find out about high-growth research areas, governance plans and more in this recap.A message of gratitude on National Employee Appreciation DayChief Human Resources Officer Janet May and President Ray Watts express their thanks to all UAB employees, who continue to exemplify their commitment to UAB’s mission and shared values.UAB research community input leads to enhancements as part of Research Strategic Initiative: Growth with PurposePresident Watts will share an important update on planning during a town hall on March 20. Several areas for improvement identified by stakeholders during the data collection phase last summer were immediately actionable and have already led to significant gains.UAB Forging Ahead with new strategic planFollowing a deliberate and inclusive process, UAB has launched its new strategic plan — Forging Ahead. President Ray Watts thanks everyone who contributed to the process that began in early 2022.
Graduate School and Global Affairs: Newly formed unit is powered by strategic thinking and bold visionThe Graduate School and the Office of Global Engagement have merged to form the UAB Graduate School and Global Affairs, or GSGA, which consists of the Graduate School, INTO UAB, Education Abroad, International Student & Scholar Services, International Faculty & Staff Immigration Services, and the UAB Passport Office.Change your commute route Dec. 8 for commencementTo minimize disruption during UAB’s upcoming commencement activities Dec. 8, UAB Transportation recommends using alternative routes due to construction-related traffic changes around campus.Stop by AWARE Program’s Pop-Up Poppy Stop Nov. 7 to honor veteransThe AWARE Disability Management Program is celebrating Veterans Day 2023 with Pop-Up Poppy Stops across campus Nov. 7 and a toiletry drive benefiting the Birmingham VA Medical Center Phoenix Clinic, November 6-17.Construction to begin on new Pappas Historical Collections Gallery inside Lister Hill LibraryUAB Libraries will begin construction in late October on the new Pappas Historical Collections Gallery, a 3,000-square-foot space on the second floor of Lister Hill Library of the Health Sciences that will house rotating thematic medical exhibits.UAB to share draft of new strategic plan soonThe new draft strategic plan will be shared Oct. 25 to solicit feedback from the campus community before it is finalized and presented to the UA System Board of Trustees.
How did we do? Forging the Future of Patient CareRevisiting the successes in patient care achieved together through UAB’s current strategic plan.How did we do? Forging the Future of Community EngagementRevisiting the successes in community engagement achieved together through UAB’s current strategic plan.
How did we do? Forging the Future of ResearchRevisiting the research successes achieved together through UAB’s current strategic plan.
How did we do? Forging the Future of EducationRevisiting the academic successes achieved together through UAB’s current strategic plan.
Demolition of Ice House requires temporary road closureBeginning Aug. 19, 22nd Street South will be closed between 4th Avenue South and 5th Avenue South. See a map of the closure area and detour.Change your commute route Aug. 16-20 for student move-inAs students begin arriving on campus for the fall semester, UAB Transportation recommends traveling an alternative route to work during times when the most students will be moving into on-campus housing. This map will help you plan.UAB named 2023 APLU Innovation & Economic Prosperity University Awards finalistTo be eligible for an IEP award, an institution must first earn the IEP designation through a rigorous self-study of their economic engagement activities that includes input from external stakeholders.5 things to know before you order UAB swag for fallIf your school or unit wants new branded promotional items and apparel for fall semester, these guidelines can help you avoid delays.
Setting a road map to $1 billion in research expendituresUAB engages Huron Consulting Group and Urban Impact Advisors to assist in developing a research growth strategic plan.Get a sneak peek inside the new South Science and East Science hallsClasses will begin this fall in the new $76 million, 138,842-square-foot South Science Hall and East Science Hall facilities, part of the Science and Engineering Complex. Take a look through the new buildings, which house faculty and staff offices, classrooms, collaboration rooms and labs.
Visit the newly renovated Unity ParkThe new and improved Unity Park, the green space at the corner of University Boulevard and 18th Street South adjacent to the School of Nursing, is open for business, with multiple new seating areas and a lawn for outdoor gatherings or instruction.
Hear the results of the campus engagement survey April 19President Ray Watts will deliver the opening remarks for presentation.
Learn about Human Resources services, other organizations during Meet HR and Friends April 14Join UAB Human Resources for Meet HR and Friends 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 14 at Campus Recreation Center's Center Courts 1 and 2 to meet representatives from Human Resources and other UAB departments and learn about their services, plus participate in giveaways and games, win prizes, and more.
A message of gratitude on Employee Appreciation DayChief Human Resources Officer Janet May and President Ray Watts express their thanks to all UAB employees, who continue to exemplify their commitment to UAB’s mission and shared values.
Look for these 9 new spaces transforming UAB’s campusUAB continues to implement its Campus Master Plan through new facilities and renovations to enhance instruction, research, technology and student life. Some are under construction and others are in planning stages; these include an update to the Unity Park green space, seven new buildings and a new parking deck.
Survey says: Speak up and make a difference — againShare your thoughts on work and life at UAB and identify strengths and opportunities for improvement in an anonymous, online survey Feb.6-20.
Portions of University Boulevard to close for Unity Park constructionBeginning Oct. 5, the righ-thand turn lane from eastbound University Boulevard onto 18th Street South will be closed until further notice as renovations begin in Unity Park. The southern travel lane may also experience occasional, temporary closures during construction work periods; right-hand turns onto 18th will remain possible.
Watts to address well-being as a campus priority on international panelPresident Ray Watts will present on ways in which campuses worldwide can mobilize to address complex issues during the International Health Promoting Campuses Symposium May 12.
Learn about Human Resources services, other organizations during Meet HR and Friends April 22Join UAB Human Resources for Meet HR and Friends 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 22 on the Campus Green to meet representatives from Human Resources and other UAB departments and learn about their services, plus participate in giveaways and games, win prizes and more.
Strong credit rating leads to favorable bond sale for UABCredit strength and a strong financial outlook enabled UAB to negotiate the sale of bonds to fund new construction and refinance existing debt at extremely low long-term interest rates.
A message of gratitude on Employee Appreciation DayChief Human Resources Officer Janet May and President Ray Watts express their thanks to all UAB employees, who continue to exemplify their commitment to UAB’s mission and shared values.
A new student cohort is coming to campus. Here are 5 ways you can support them.Through UAB’s new membership in the Amazon Career Choice Partner Network, Amazon employees can attend UAB with the help of tuition assistance.
Construction of new campus child-care facility advancesThe new center, which will serve more than twice as many children and greatly expand the capacity to care for infants, is slated to open in summer 2023.