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DEAR STUDENTS, As you join our University community, you will find your education expanding far beyond the classroom. Flowing seamlessly from coursework to the larger campus community, many opportunities await. From leadership positions in your residence hall to volunteerism, from the intramural fields to programs within First Year Experience, opportunities abound for you to find your place and develop your individual passion. Our campus community is committed to enhancing your learning experience through student organizations, research with a faculty member, on-campus employment and community service. I encourage you to take advantage of the variety of opportunities that exist, take some chances and explore new interests. I am confident that your UA experience will be richer for it. In the coming year, you start down a new path to develop your potential as a student and scholar. As the year progresses, I look forward to hearing how, together, you and our dedicated faculty and staff members maximize your UA learning experience. Best of Luck!
Mark D. Nelson, Ph.D Vice President for Student Affairs and Vice Provost
Table of Contents As Time Rolls On‌ UA Through the Years 8 Traditions 10
Histo r Trad y & itions
A Campus of Champions
Your Game Tickets 14 Gameday 16 Show Your Spirit 17
Athletics
Eat. Sleep. Breathe. Bama. Your First Year Experience 20 On-Campus Living 22 On-Campus Dining 23 Student Involvement 24 Greek Life 26 Honors College 27 University Recreation 28 Community Service 30 Student Employment 31
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Academic Resources 34 Textbooks 36 Student Services 37 Parking & Transportation 38 Health & Wellness 39 Campus Safety 40 Code of Student Conduct 41 Post Office 41
T-Town Lowdown
The Strip 44 Downtown 45 Midtown Village 46 Surrounding Area 48 50 Things to Do Before You Graduate 50
Tuscaloosa & Community
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HISTORY & TRADITIONS
As Time
Rolls On...
The University of Alabama, the state of Alabama’s oldest public university was established in 1831, just twelve years after Alabama gained statehood. Our campus is steeped in history and tradition, particularly surrounding the Civil War. Most of campus was burned to the ground by Union troops during the war but it was quickly rebuilt into a major teaching, research and service institution that we can all proudly call home. Take the time to walk the beautiful grounds and observe a piece of history. History & Traditions
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1831 Inaugural ceremonies held and University officially opened to public
1851
1865
Student enrollment was 126
Majority of campus burned down by Union troops during the Civil War
Foster Auditorium
Foster Auditorium is the site of Alabama Gov. George C. Wallace’s “stand in the schoolhouse door” in 1963 during the civil rights movement. You’ve probably seen the variation in Forest Gump. Governor Wallace stood at the door of the auditorium to try to block the entry of two black students, Vivian Malone Jones and James Hood. The area outside of Foster is now named Malone Hood Plaza in honor of these two students and the struggles they overcame..
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As the oldest building on campus, this house is full of history. Originally built as the University dining hall and hotel in 1829, the house was remodeled as a residence in 1840. It is now a museum open to the public.
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1892 First football team assembled and known as “Thin Red Line”
1963 The first sustained enrollment of African-Americans at UA (Vivian J. Malone and James A. Hood)
1986 University Honors Program established
1991
1996
Student enrollment reached 19,366
Blount Undergraduate Initiative established
1893
1894 The Crimson White made its first publication
First women enrolled successfully because of the lobbying efforts by Julia S. Tutwiler
1957 Paul ‘Bear’ Bryant leads the Crimson Tide as head football coach
2010 Renovation to Bryant-Denny stadium increased capacity to 101,000
1912 Dr. George Denny became University president and grew the student body to over 5,000 students
1956
1922
The first AfricanAmerican student, Autherine J. Lucy, was admitted
UA celebrates their first national title in football
President’s Mansion The President’s mansion was built in 1838 for the University’s new president Basil Manly. First lady Louisa Frances Garland saved the residence from destruction when Union troops burned campus in 1865. The mansion, Gorgas house, the Roundhouse by the library, and the Observatory were the only four buildings to survive. The stately home remains a monument on campus.
2011 Student enrollment surpasses 30,000
2012 First woman president, Dr. Judith Bonner, leads UA as Interim President History & Traditions
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s n o i t i d a Tr Alabama, listen, Mother, To our vows of love, To thyself and to each other, Faithful friends we’ll prove. Faithful, loyal, firm and true, Heart bound to heart will beat. Year by year, the ages through Until in Heaven we meet.
Helen Vickers is credited with writing the legendary words of UA’s alma mater in 1908. The Alma Mater is set to the tune of “Annie Lisle,” a distinctive ballad written in the 1850s, which is still used by many schools today for their alma maters. The UA Alma Mater is a song dear to the hearts of all past and present UA students.
College days are swiftly fleeting, ong ght s Soon we’ll leave their halls the fi held e m a n c Ne’er to join another meeting a” be competitio ent a Alabam ud ‘Neath their hallowed walls. “Yea, 6 through Jammer st in 192 e Rammer- per. a by Th Faithful, loyal, firm and true newsp
Yea, Alabama! Drown ‘em Tide! Every Bama Man’s behind you, hit your stride! Go teach the Bulldogs to behave! Send the Yellow Jackets to a Watery Grave! And if a man starts to weaken, that’s his shame: For Bama’s pluck and grit have writ her name in Crimson Flame. Fight on! Fight on! Fight on, men! Remember the Rose Bowl, we’ll win then. Go, roll to vict’ry! Hit your stride! You’re Dixie’s football pride, Crimson Tide, Roll Tide, Roll tide!!!
Heart bound to heart will beat Year by year, the ages through Until in Heaven we meet.
So, farewell, dear Alma Mater May thy name, we pray, Be rev’renced ever, pure and stainless As it is today. Faithful, loyal, firm and true Heart bound to heart will beat Year by year, the ages through Until in Heaven we meet.
The Million Dollar Band
The Million Dollar Band is comprised of 400 men and women and has been a Crimson Tide tradition since 1913. The Million Dollar Band is a huge part of gameday at UA. In 2003, the band won the Sudler Award honoring excellence in the college marching band activity and is one of the top college bands in the country. The most popular story describing the formation of the “Million Dollar Band” name comes from a game against Georgia Tech in 1922. It was a hard year and the band had to solicit businesses for funds to make it to the game. After a significant defeat, a sportswriter said to our football manager W.C. “Champ” Pickens, “You don’t have much of a team, what do you have at Alabama?” Pickens replied, “A Million Dollar Band.”
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Our beloved football team was not always known as the “Crimson Tide.” In 1907, Birmingham-Age Herald Sports Editor Hugh Roberts inspired the name that would stick. Bama overcame all odds to tie Auburn in the Iron Bowl. Roberts reported that the “Thin Red Line” held Auburn to a 6-6 tie in a “sea of red.” Other sports writers picked up on the “Tide” reference and the “Crimson Tide” was born. Another story claims that the name came from the image of the team running out onto the football field in their crimson jerseys resembling a tide approaching the shore.
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Chanting “Rammer Jammer” after a big SEC victory is one of the most satisfying experiences an Alabama fan can have. The cheer comes from Alabama’s State bird, the yellowhammer, and our school newspaper from the 1920’s The Rammer-Jammer. The Million Dollar Band plays it in the final moments of a game when victory is certain.
Th e Bir th of Big Al In the first championship era of Coach Wallace Wade, Bama had the biggest and strongest team around. The players were downright intimidating compared to Ole Miss’ small line. On Oct. 8, 1930, Everett Strupper wrote in the Atlanta Journal: “At the end of the quarter, the earth started to tremble; there was a distant rumble that continued to grow. Some excited fans bellowed, ‘Hold your horses the elephants are coming,’ and out stamped this Alabama varsity.” The team was referred to as the “Red Elephants” for the rest of the season. A shut-out championship in the Rose Bowl secured the elephant as the Crimson Tide’s mascot. It wasn’t until 1979 that Big Al debuted at the Sugar Bowl.
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Family Weekend
Every fall semester you should invite your family to attend Family Weekend. Traditionally, parents and family members attend a tailgate before a home football game, among many other events. This is the University’s way to recognize that the UA family extends beyond its students, faculty and alumni.
New Student Convocation
Before each fall semester, new students gather for convocation to kick-start their academic career at The University of Alabama. This ceremony symbolizes your entrance into the academic community at UA. Just as graduation commencement ceremonies serve as a ritual marking the completion of study, convocation is a ritual to signal the beginning of your college career. The University administration presides over this event and leads students in reciting the Capstone Creed.
Honors Week
A tradition since the early 1900s, Honors Week occurs each April. Here, the scholarship and leadership of UA students and faculty are honored during special events and ceremonies. The week culminates with Honors Day and the Tapping on the Mound ceremony. This ceremony is a beloved tradition that takes place on the historical ruins of the Franklin Hall Dormitory on the Quad.
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Since the late 1800s, the UA football team has been hosting public scrimmage games to display the talent of the players for their fans. Join your fellow Crimson Tide fans on a beautiful spring day and catch the first glimpse of the upcoming football talent playing in Bryant-Denny Stadium.
After a crisp breeze fills the autumn air, it’s time to practice the fight song and join the crimson nation for Homecoming Week. This week of activities and traditions is a great way to come together as a student body and for the surrounding community to show school pride. The eventful week in early October allows students, parents, alumni and visitors to rally under the common love of our Crimson Tide.
Homecoming Week Breakdown SUNDAY:
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The annual Roll Tide Run jump starts the week of festivities followed by Crimson Kickoff, complete with a Powder Puff football tournament and a block party showcasing local bands performing on the Quad.
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Lace u py in the b our ballin’ sho e asketb Paint the Town Red with other all com s and play petitio n. creative minds by decorating the windows of local businesses. Check out the dodgeball competition! Better yet, sign up and compete.
WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY:
Cheer on the sororities from around campus during the popular choreography contest.
In the morning, grab a scarf, preferably houndstooth and watch the Million Dollar Band lead the homecoming parade down University Boulevard. Hang out on the Quad and enjoy the tailgating atmosphere until it is time to head to the stadium to cheer on the Crimson Tide.
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Gather on the steps of Gorgas Library on Friday night to hear the announcement of the Homecoming Queen and enjoy the annual pep rally. End the night by enjoying the bon fire with thousands of your closest friends and watching the powerful step show co-sponsored by NPHC. History & Traditions
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ATHLETICS The University of Alabama is known for a tradition of championships. As you join the Crimson Tide family, we hope you begin to bleed crimson and support the Tide in the variety of sports offered. From football and gymnastics to rowing and golf, The University of Alabama can boast 20 team NCAA championships and even more conference championships and individual achievements. Our fans are known to be some of the most loyal in the country, and it is up to you to help us continue that tradition.
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Your Game Tickets FOOTBALL:
All incoming freshman and transfer students may purchase partial season packages to attend football games. On June 1, 2012, you can log in to your myBama account and click “New Student Football Tickets.” Here you choose a package and submit. Make sure you print out the confirmation screen that contains your CWID, date and time of purchase, and the package you selected.
PACKAGE A: B: Need a ticket?
Sign up to be on the waiting list to receive a donated ticket a week before the game at actcard.ua.edu.
Western Kentucky, Mississippi, Texas A&M, Western Carolina ($20) Florida Atlantic, Mississippi State, Auburn ($15) These tickets will be on your Action Card prior to each game so make sure you bring your card to swipe in at the student gate. Students do not receive paper tickets. Be sure to visit the Action Card website at actcard.ua.edu for information about upgrading, transferring or donating your tickets.
TICKET DONATION:
If you have a ticket and can’t make it to the game, make sure you go to the Action card website to donate your ticket so you don’t get a penalty.
Other varsity sports:
UA Students have free admission to all other home athletic events with your Action card at the student entrance. History & Traditions
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Nothing beats gameday at UA. The Quad is transformed into a sea of tailgating tents, and it is hard to go a full minute without hearing “Roll Tide!”
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Vendors from area restaurants set up stations around the Quad with delicious food to purchase. The Ferg televises other football games for everyone to watch. You can also find the giant SUPe store tent on the quad selling Bama gear.
2 hours 15 minutes The Walk of Champions
Fans gather in front of BryantDenny to watch the team buses arrive. The players are dropped off on University Boulevard and proceed to walk through the Walk of Champions into the stadium. Join the cheering, and see Nick Saban up close!
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Drumline Starts on the Quad All gates open
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The Elephant Stomp
This pep rally gets the crowd excited and ready to cheer on the Tide. Go to the steps of Gorgas Library an hour before kickoff to be a part of this fun tradition. Then the pep rally will march into the stadium led by the Million Dollar Band. No purses unless they’re small Don’t forget your Action card! No umbrellas The student section opens two and a half hours before kickoff
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I love the feeling of community that is present on game days. Fans that you don’t even know become some of your best friends for the day because you are all there with a common goal of supporting your team.
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Power of Pink Week
The gymnastics team has held this event to promote breast cancer awareness since 2005. In the week before the pink meet, campus will adopt a pink glow. The Ferg fountain will be spraying pink water and pink lights will illuminate Coleman Coliseum, Denny Chimes and the Rec Center. UA Women’s basketball and volleyball have also joined the tradition. Sport your pink! History & Traditions
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Eat. Sleep. Breathe.
Bama.
Moving from high school to college can be a daunting transition, but our advice is to get connected! Student Life at UA can mean many different things to different students. There are so many opportunities and each will enhance your student experience. The truth is there is no right way to be a UA student. You have the freedom to define and achieve excellence in your own way.
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Your First Year Experience fye.ua.edu
Adjusting to the new atmosphere, culture and academics of college can be overwhelming, but the good news is that first-year students have resources available to them every step of the way! Within the Division of Student Affairs, First Year Experience (FYE) supports the academic and social transition of all freshmen and transfer students. FYE offers a variety of programs you can participate in during your first year, so take advantage!
Here are a few ways to jump right in:
Freshman Forum:
Develop your leadership skills, and serve UA and the community by applying to be part of this historic program.
Ignite UA:
Join forces with other first-year students to find your passion and build a stronger campus community.
Need Help? Set up an appointment with an FYE staff member to discuss your goals or any opportunities for involvement.
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Out-to-Lunch:
Professors gotta eat too! Treat your favorite professor to lunch. All it takes is a swipe of your Action Card!
QUICK TIP:
Peer Leaders are upperclassmen serving in some of your freshman courses that can mentor you throughout your first year. They can plug you in!
Tau Sigma National Honor Society: If you are a transfer student with 3.5 GPA or higher, you will be invited to be a part of this transfer student honor society.
Other Ways to Engage During Your First Year: First Year Council (FYC):
Launch your involvement with the Student Government Association with FYC. You can apply to represent your residence hall. The council writes legislation to improve the University. Who knows, you could be the one to write a breakthrough resolution having a huge impact on campus!
Crimson
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Ready to get started? Move in early and participate in 3 days of handson service with fellow first-year students. Sign up at volunteer.ua.edu.
Week
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Welcome:
Week of Welcome (WOW) is a large series of programs hosted by the University to help you make new friends and make UA your new home away from home. Basically, there are lots of fun events and lots of free stuff—you won’t want to miss it. Here are just a few highlights:
SATURDAY:
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Movie Night @ Ferg Plaza Parent/Family Reception
SUNDAY: Fun at the Rec
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MONDAY:
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TUESDAY:
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Tour T-Town Student Night at Target
Ripple Effect Service Day New Student Convocation
WEDNESDAY:
Free Breakfast @ Ferg Plaza 1st Day of Classes
THURSDAY:
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8/23
Scavenger Hunt on the Quad
FRIDAY: Greekfest
8/24
SATURDAY: Color Run
8/25
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On-Campus Living
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in Welcome home! We all know that living on campus is a new experience. You may be worried about living with a new roommate, being comfortable in a new living space or not being at home anymore. Housing and Residential Communities helps with all of that! Each residence hall has friendly staff to accommodate students. Resident Advisors (RAs) are upperclassmen living in each hall who are there to connect students to the campus community through activities and information. In addition, professional staff members, called Community Directors (CDs), will ensure you are comfortable in your new home. ut
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On-Campus Dining bamadining.ua.edu
UA has a variety of places available for you and fellow roll-tiders to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are four main dining halls: Burke, Bryant, Lakeside and Fresh Food in the Ferg. Be sure to check out all four before deciding on your favorite—each maintains distinct character and accepts your meal plan. The All Access plan gives you the ability to visit Bama Dining meal plan locations as often as you want. Go for a bowl of cereal, a piece of fruit, soft serve ice cream, a fountain drink or a whole meal. It’s your choice! Bama Dining also has various convenience stores, coffee shops and food court locations that accept dining dollars. These are great for a quick snack between classes or for the days when you’re craving a Chick-Fil-A biscuit.
QUICK TIP: Learning how to spend your dini ng dollars sensibly throughout the semester is som ething that a lo t of students have n’t gotten the hang of yet. Try setting a budget !
QUICK TIP: Dining Dollars
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Menus and special event schedules are posted online. You can also find them on Facebook and Twitter
Bama Cash:
Students call Bama Cash “fake money,” but it is certainly worth a lot! Funds can be preloaded to your Action card through your myBama account. Non-cardholders are able to deposit funds through the guest deposit feature at actcard.ua.edu. Bama Cash is accepted at more than 100 on-and-off campus locations such as the UPS store, Dreamland Bar-B-Que and even Palm Beach Tan! Dining dollars are deposited directly to any student’s action card who is enrolled in 9 credit hours or more on-campus. You have $300, but the trick is to use it wisely! Dining dollars can be used at all Bama Dining locations, most vending machines and two off-campus restaurants including Domino’s and Buffalo Phil’s.
Creative ways to use your meal plan: Fill up a to-go container with fruit and eat it all week; convenient and healthy! Make new friends by filling up a container with cookies to share.
Ready to watch a movie with friends? Buy a whole pizza with your meal plan at Burke (after 4p.m., Monday-Thursday).
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Student Involvement There are many ways to get involved on campus. From various departmental programs to 350 student organizations, you are sure to find your niche. Here are just a few options:
QUICK TIP:
Get a glimpse of all the different ways to get involved at Get On Boar d Day, held each semes ter. Bring a back pack to load up and sign up!
ABXY
abxygaming.ua.edu
UA’s award-winning gaming group is one-hundred strong. This organization seeks to unite the game playing population, foster communication about games, support the professional development of its members, and positively increase awareness of gaming in the minds of the student body.
Academic Honor Council (AHC) ahc.ua.edu AHC was established to create a voice for students in matters of academic integrity. The goal of the AHC is to encourage the campus community to always act according to the values of the Capstone Creed.
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Alabama International Relations Club bama.ua.edu/~airc
(AIRC)
AIRC fosters communication and understanding between different cultures and nationalities through activities that engage students in new ways of thinking about the world around them.
Black Student Union (BSU) bsu.ua.edu
BSU provides opportunities and experiences for minority students at UA. BSU also serves as a liaison between the minority student body and administration in efforts to uphold the values stated in the Capstone Creed.
ampus Ministries Blackburn Institute C dos.ua.edu blackburninstitute.org
The Blackburn Institute offers students the opportunity to learn more about the state of Alabama and seeks to develop ethical leadership for the future of the state. Students are eligible to apply each spring.
Students searching for campus ministries and religious organizations will find options from many faiths and denominations. There is something for everyone!
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Future Alumni for Tradition and Excellence (FATE) fate.ua.edu
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FATE is a social networking organization with open membership to all enrolled students at UA. FATE gives students the opportunity to make friends, get free stuff and have fun. It is the largest student organization on campus with more than 3,900 members and is sponsored by The University of Alabama Alumni Association.
- Bama Bash
S eptemb er
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December- Exam Survival Packets
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Campus Veterans Association (CVA)
vets.ua.edu
CVA is an organization for veteran students that offers support for their transition into life at the Capstone. The CVA is partners with Veteran and Military Affairs, which seeks to ensure that UA continues to be recognized as a “Military-and-Veteran-friendly University.�
Residence Hall Association (RHA)
rha.ua.edu
RHA provides a link between the UA residence hall and apartment communities to Student Affairs administrative offices.
Student Government Association (SGA) sga.ua.edu
SGA is the platform for students to get involved in serving the student body through the implementation and creation of legislation and programs that advocate for students.
Matt Calderone, 2012-2013 SGA Preside nt
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What is something every student MUST do before they graduate? Every student should learn the history of our University and take a tour of the Gorgas House.
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Greek Life Greek life at UA makes up about 25% of the student population. With 56 fraternities and sororities on campus, there are a variety of groups to choose from. Greek Life can provide lasting friendships and help students develop leadership skills.
greekaffairs.ua.edu
There are four governing councils: Interfraternity Council (IFC) alabamaifc.com
Advantages Leadership Development of Going Academic Accountability Greek: Sisterhood/Brotherhood Community Engagement
National Panhellenic Council (NPC) uapanhellenic.com
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) greekaffairs.ua.edu/nphc.cfm
United Greek Council
(UGC) greekaffairs.ua.edu/ugc.cfm
timeline for QUICK different recruitment, so be sure to TIP: check out their websites! Each council has a
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for Recruitment: Be Yourself. You want to find the fit for the real you. Become familiar with th e process. Since they are all differe nt, you don’t want to forget anything. Be open minded. Make decisions that are your own.
Honors College
honors.ua.edu
UA’s Honors College is a great way to get the small-college feel at a large research university. The student-centered atmosphere helps students achieve their greatest potential. As a student in Honors College, you have lots of options for innovative classes (with only 15 students), undergraduate research with a faculty member, and many opportunities for establishing yourself in a community of like-minded students. If you don’t join your first year, it’s not too late!
Who is eli gible
Incoming or prospective students may apply to Honors College after admission. Requirements include a 28 ACT or 1250 SAT and a minimum 3.3 high school GPA. If you decide to apply after your first semester or are transferring to UA, you can apply as long as you have a 3.3 GPA after at least 12 hours on campus. The honors program currently requires that students complete 18 hours of honors coursework for graduation from the program. The credits can come from both departmental honors courses and honors seminars.
e d? t p e c c a Join Honors Alre ad y
Get to know Honors faculty Sign up for Alabama Action/Outdoor Action (a service initiative that takes place the week before classes)
Participate in student-led initiatives such as mentoring in local schools or re-routing trails at Lake Lurleen
College Assembly
Gain leadership experience by serving in the college’s many student led initiatives impacting programming and special events Student Life
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University Recreation urec.ua.edu
The University of Alabama provides first-year students with the equipment and support they need when it comes to avoiding the “Freshman Fifteen.� As students, we have all feared those words at some point, but University Recreation is right on campus to utilize between studying, before your day begins or even late at night. All full-time students are automatically members.
The Rec is also a great hang out spot. A friendly round of basketball with fellow students or a climb on the rock wall helps relieve stress.
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nture with Go on an adve eation. There Outdoor Recr ons such as are lots of opti kayaking and backpacking, road biking.
B ro ke n b ike ?
Get it repaired at the bike shop!
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Not only is the weight room stocked with workout equipment, but members can get fit by joining the group exercise classes taught by trained instructors, get advice on their work out plan from a fitness trainer, run a few miles on the indoor track or even relax in one of the massage therapy or steam rooms.
Intramural
sports
These are a fun, short-term way to get a feel for friendly competition and make new friends. Join a team; there are a ton of options!
Sport Clubs
Unlike intramurals, these are a long-term commitment with regular practice and games or competitions off campus. Make sure you cheer on the Bama Hockey Frozen Tide!
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Community Service
Service to the community is an important part of life at the Capstone. From annual campus initiatives such as Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger to recent tornado relief efforts, service builds bonds among students from all walks of life.
Community Service Center volunteer.ua.edu
The Community Service Center (CSC) has a host of opportunities available for students. Students can take an alternative spring break, go on weekend service trips, or volunteer with mentoring programs in community schools among many other options.
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Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility cesr.ua.edu
Whether you’re interested in teaching students in local schools, playing chess or perhaps making a movie about an injustice you see in your community, the Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility is a great place to learn how to get involved. The Center has unique initiatives that allow you to expand your point of view while also being of service to others who need it most.
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A few options for service: Take a minute of your time to positively impact those in the Tuscaloosa community by volunteering at the Downtown YMCA. The YMCA delivers positive, personal and social change.
Student Employment hr.ua.edu
Volunteer one day each week with Al’s Pals Mentoring Program. Mentor at-risk youth in the area by helping with homework or joining them in recreational activities. Apply today.
Looking for a way to earn some cash? UA has resources to help! The Department of Human Resources posts jobs for students from university departments and community partners.
Work Study:
a federally sponsored program allowing students to earn money to pay educational expenses. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) required.
On-Campus Jobs:
employment on campus for students taking at least six hours per semester. To find a job that suits your interests, visit jobs.ua.edu.
Temporary Emergency Services (TES) is an organization that assists individuals and families who are in need. TES provides clothing, food, diapers, baby items and many other necessities. Since the tornadoes in 2011, this organization can always use help.
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Lots of departments hire students throughout the year. Check in your college or places such as the library, the Ferg or the Rec Center.
Foster a pet for a day through T-Town Paws, Tuscaloosa’s animal welfare organization. Take a playful puppy to the Quad!
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CAMPUS RESOURCES
HELP! Your UA
Lifeline UA has resources throughout campus that offer support, safety and convenience. This is information you need to know about helpful departments and offices that contribute to your social and academic well-being. Read-up because chances are you will need assistance at some point during your college career.
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Academic Resources What?
Center for Academic Success (CAS)
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What?
Wriitng Center
Where?
322 Lloyd Hall, writingcenter.ua.edu
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I found the Writing Center incredibly helpful. The attention to detail I encountered from the hy instructors helped to elevate It can be tough writing my paper to the next level. They your first few college papers. The Writing Center noticed things that I, as the writer, was blind to. provides consultations for
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improving papers before you turn them in.
What?
Mathematics Technology Learning Center (MTLC) / “Math Lab”
Where?
B-1 Tutwiler Hall mtlc.ua.edu
Why?
Computer-based mathematics tools help you actively learn with instant feedback. You can also get one-on-one help for math classes.
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- Kelly Konrad, Class of 2015
Where?
1st floor Osband Hall, ctl.ua.edu
Why?
College is much different than high school. Make the grades by taking advantage of the CAS’s tutoring and academic coaching sessions.
“Math has never been my favorite subject, but the techno logy in the MTLC made everything easy to understand. Because my assignment s and tests were computer-based, I enjoye d learning topics at my own pace. I ended up completing the coursework three weeks before the end of the semester!”
-Shandadra Wright, Class of 2013
Career Center career.ua.edu (205) 348-5848
The Career Center can help you achieve your professional goals including selecting a major, pursuing jobs, networking with employers, applying to graduate school or changing careers. As other departments in the Division of Student Affairs, the Career Center can contribute to your education by teaching job search skills and strategies, and professional behaviors. The Career Center offices in the Ferguson Student Union, Bidgood, and Bevill are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome.
DegreeWorks-Finish Four ua.edu/finishinfour
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DegreeWorks serves as an “online adviser” displaying the classes you have completed alongside those you must still fulfill to earn your degree. Helpful features on DegreeWorks include a GPA calculator, a “What If” plan (in case you are considering changing your major) and a four-year plan to graduation. We highly recommend!
Disability Services ods.ua.edu (205) 348-4285
The Sanford Media Center rents cameras, tripods and recording equipment to students at no cost.
Did You Know
lib.ua.edu/smc (205) 348-4651
Study Hot Spots
Pick one of the eight libraries on campus
Steps of Gorgas
The Quad
Manderson Landing at the Riverwalk
The Ferg
The Office of Disability Services is a great point of contact for any student who needs special arrangements or accommodations. Be sure to contact the office early so a letter can be prepared and addressed to your instructors indicating the accommodation.
Capstone International Center international.ua.edu (205) 348-5256
Become a world traveler or meet friends from faraway places right here in Tuscaloosa! Capstone International boasts hundreds of study abroad programs and international students from 77 countries. Capstone International Center provides a valuable and culturally enriching niche for everyone through on-campus programs, global study, outreach, teaching and research opportunities.
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Textbooks
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SUPe Store supestore.ua.edu (205) 348-6168
The University of Alabama Supply Store, affectionately known as the SUPe Store, is the place for buying, selling and renting textbooks and course materials on campus. There are many course material format options available at the SUPe Store including new and used books, rental books, digital books, and binder-ready books. The SUPe Store also has Alabama gear, snacks and gifts. There are four locations: Ferguson Center (houses the Apple Campus Store), Tutwiler Hall, Bryant Museum and the School of Law. The Apple Campus Store offers education pricing on Apple laptops, desktops and software to UA students, faculty and staff. The Apple Campus Store also offers certified Apple repairs and service to UA students, faculty and staff.
Did You Know
The SUPe Store is owned and operated by The University of Alabama, and has served the University for over 100 years. The SUPe Store’s excess operating funds are returned to the University to sponsor scholarships, student programs and campus activities.
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Jack Blankenship, aka ‘The Face’, appeared on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and The Today Show after becoming an instant hit at UA basketball games.
Student Services Student Financial Aid financialaid.ua.edu (205) 348-6756
Student Financial Aid, located on the first floor of the Student Services Building, can help you finance the cost of college. Counselors and staff work to streamline the process of applying for grants, scholarships, loans, student employment and veteran’s services.
Registrar
registrar.ua.edu (205)348-2020
The University Registrar will be a part of your UA experience from beginning to end. Visit the second floor of Student Services Building to get information on academic records, academic progress, enrollment data, transfer credit, classroom support and academic certification. The Registrar maintains a walk-in counter for student questions and transcript requests, and the website is helpful for information regarding class registration, academic calendars and University policies.
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Action Card actcard.ua.edu (205)348-2288
Your Action Card is your UA lifeline while on campus. Much more than an ID card, the “Act Card” allows access to certain buildings, contains tickets to sporting events, tracks your meal plan, Bama Cash and Dining Dollars, holds parking passes and much more.
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Parking & Transportation Zones:
Parking Services bamaparking.ua.edu
If you park on campus between 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday you must have a UA parking permit. Safety violations are enforced 24/7. On campus, students park according to specific zones which are assigned based on where you live on campus or if you are a commuter. Avoid a ticket by always displaying your permit and parking in the correct zone. If you live on campus, don’t drive to class.
BLUE
RED
Handicap Accessible
GREEN Faculty/Staff/Administration
BLACK
Commuter Student
TAN, ORANGE, SILVER, YELLOW Resident Student
Reserve Faculty, Staff and Student Each lot is marked with a sign displaying the zone. For a map of where you can park with your permit, visit the Parking Services website.
Crimson Ride
Get information, real-time bus locations, routes and more at crimsonride.ua.edu.
348-RIDEIt’s free!
Need a ride when the Crimson Ride buses are not in operation? Call 348-RIDE for after-hours transportation between two points on campus or between nearby residence locations and campus.
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Flat
tire?
The Motorist Assistance Program (M.A.P.) assists with flat tires, empty gas tanks and dead batteries! Call (205) 348-0121 during the weekday or (205) 348-5454 after 4:30 p.m. or on weekends for help. It’s free!
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Student Health Center
Wellness
cchs.ua.edu/shc (205) 348-6262
Feeling under the weather? The Student Health Center serves your primary health care needs. Students may be seen by appointment or through the walk-in clinic. To schedule an appointment, call (205) 348-APPT (2778).
Counseling Center counseling.ua.edu (205) 348-3863
College is filled with new people, knowledge and experiences that can be stressful. The Counseling Center helps students achieve success and personal growth through counseling and psychological services, outreach and consultative services. The Counseling Center offers confidential help through various programs and support groups.
Student Crisis Response dos.ua.edu/studentcrisis.cfm (205) 348-3326
Student Crisis Response is a service for students and their families when a crisis or trauma occurs. An on-call dean is available around the clock to work with other University offices and local agencies, including the hospital and the police department, so that you can stay focused on getting healthy.
AlcoholEdu alcoholedu.ua.edu
The University requires every first-year student to complete AlcoholEdu for College. The course educates you about alcohol and its effects on the mind and body. Whether or not you drink, AlcoholEdu will help you make well-informed decisions and better cope with the drinking behavior of peers. You must complete part one by midAugust, so we suggest completing before move-in. Campus Resources 39
Additional Resources Emergency Preparedness
UAPD
The University provides safety information to ensure preparedness in the event of an emergency. Find emergency safety tips, see the local weather radar and learn the preparedness plan by visiting the website.
The University of Alabama Police Department (UAPD) maintains a safe environment for Alabama’s one and a half square mile campus. The department offers safety-related educational programming on topics such as sexual assault awareness, alcohol awareness, theft prevention and more.
beready.ua.edu
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police.ua.edu On-campus- Call UAPD at (205) 348-5454 Off-campus- Call Tuscaloosa Police (911)
Women’s Resource Center wrc.ua.edu (205) 348-5040
The Women’s Resource Center offers care and counseling free to both male and female UA students. Counseling services are provided for victims of relationship violence and sexual assault. Separate support groups are available for female students. All services are free and confidential.
Code
of
policies.ua.edu
Student Conduct
The Code of Student Conduct describes the actions that fail to meet expectations of the UA community, the process of determining when a failure has occurred, and the punishment to be imposed. You can think of the Code of Student Conduct as your rights as a member of the Capstone.
Blue phones scattered around campus connect directly to the University’s police communication center.
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Hazing Policy
All forms of hazing are strictly prohibited at UA. The complete University of Alabama Hazing Policy may be downloaded under ‘Resources’ at thesource.ua.edu. To report and prevent hazing incidents, students may leave confidential, anonymous messages through the 24-hour Hazing Hotline, (205) 348- HALT.
Post Office
Paty Package Center
A full-service U.S. post office is located on the first floor of the Ferguson Center. Only items sent through the U.S. Postal Service may be sent and received at this location. If you plan to receive mail on campus, you must rent a P.O. Box. These are rented on a sixmonth or yearly basis. (If you rent online, be sure to rent from the Post Office- UNIVERSITY)
Student Name/Residence Hall C/o Paty Hall, Package Delivery Center 210 McCorvey Dr. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
usps.com (205) 758-1852.
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Post office lines tend to be the longest at the beginning of semesters when many students receive textbooks ordered online.
Pick up your packages from family and friends at the Paty Package Center located inside Paty Hall. To receive packages, be sure senders address the package using the guidelines below:
IT Service Desk
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(205) 348-5555
The IT Service Desk provides technical support and computer maintenance to students. Customer service agents are staffed 24/7 to provide technical assistance. Campus Resources
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T-Town
Lowdown
Welcome to the beautiful city of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, or as we like to called it, T-Town. Our city is located along the banks of the Black Warrior River and is home to just under 100,000 residents. We have put together a glimpse of the restaurants, shopping and nightlife options in each of the three major areas of Tuscaloosa. Explore the town we are all proud to call home!
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The Strip Located on the edge of campus, this street offers a variety of eateries and shops.
Restaurants TCBY Buffalo Phil’s
Best Wings in the World! This cafe is a must for all UA students. Specializing in your typical American grub, you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. (Dining Dollars)
El Rincon
The classic Mexican restaurant on the Strip. The low prices and good Mexican food keep UA students coming back for more.
Publix
Nightlife Indulge in your favorite sushi rolls for just $1! Surin of Thailand’s midnight sushi is ridiculously cheap and delicious! Find the best bands in town performing live at Rounders! Also, be sure to check out upstairs and dance the night away under neon lights. Ages: 19+ Jupiter Bar & Grill is also a cool spot for college students. Ages: 19+
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Rack up on groceries h ere.
Satisfy a late night craving at Waffle House on the Strip, open 24 hours!
The Strip’s first frozen yogurt shop is a student favorite, day or night! TCBY offers different flavors of frozen yogurt and toppings in a fun and colorful atmosphere. Not into yogurt? The shop also offers smoothies, hot chocolate and coffee.
Bento
This Japanese restaurant and sushi bar is a local favorite. Students lineup for classic Japanese dishes such as teriyaki chicken and sushi.
Shopping Ladies, get the season’s latest must-haves for affordable prices at Private Gallery, Ellie Crimson, Sassy Britches and more! Locker Room offers the best quality of men’s and women’s apparel. Find brands such as Cole Haan, Southern Tide and Ralph Lauren here! Expedition meets the needs for all runners and joggers, including footwear!
Downtown
Downtown Tuscaloosa is full of energy both day and night. A great hangout for students and Tuscaloosa residents alike, you can find always find something to do downtown.
Restaurants Chuck’s Fish
A downtown favorite specializing in fresh Gulf Coast seafood. With fresh seafood and produce from the community, Chuck’s serves a variety of fish, steaks and sushi.
FIVE
A new, chic restaurant that only carries five entrées on the menu – you cannot go wrong with any choice. On the weekends, the restaurant brings in bands and rocks into the night.
Hooligans
A Greek staple among the Tuscaloosa community, this restaurant offers classic Greek food along with a variety of wraps, burgers and sandwiches.
Nightlife
Brown’s Corner Tuscaloosa Restaurant during the day, threestory hangout at night. Amphitheater
Uptown Art Uncorked
Grab a friend or two and create an artful masterpiece to take home and show off to everyone!
Bama Theatre
A historic theatre surrounded by restaurants and bars in the downtown area. This theatre offers both entertainment and art, featuring bands, art and various performances.
Many great artists come to play at this new city favorite. Check out the lineup online, grab your friends and hit a show! tuscaloosaamphitheater.com
Mugshots Grill & Bar A burger lover’s dream! Sink your teeth into one of the signature burgers or sandwiches and see why Tuscaloosa residents love this place.
Mellow Mushroom
A pizzeria that allows you to eat in a relaxed atmosphere.
Shopping The Shirt Shop offers a full clothing line for men and women; specializing in UA gameday apparel (Roll Tide!!) Perfect Touch- Find fabulous clothing here, for all events. Go on a splurge at Twice As Nice Consignment Shop where you’ll find anything from furniture to costumes at amazing prices and great quality.
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Midtown Village This shopping center has tons of restaurants and shops to please any Tuscaloosa resident. Here are a few highlights of our favorites:
Restaurants Wings U
Shopping Athlete’s Foot Az Well Charming Charlie
Midtown has a large variety of shops, including:
Kinnucan’s Old Navy
This sports bar specializes in classic American food. The wings are to die for!
Iguana Grill
Mexican food in a beautiful setting
Taziki’s
This new Mediterranean café is a favorite among Tuscaloosa residents. Enjoy a Greek gyro, sandwich or a fresh salad.
Gigi’s
This is THE cupcake store. A must for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Taco Casa
A staple, if you don’t believe us, ask anyone from T-Town.
Yogurt Mountain
Fill up a cup at “YoMo,” a trendy self-serve frozen yogurt store open late.
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Barnes & Noble is the perfect place to study and find great reads in a comfy atmosphere. Everyone’s favorite coffee- Starbucks, is also located inside and is open until 11 p.m. on weekends. Tuscaloosa & Community
Getting Around Town
Know your city University Boulevard passes directly through campus from DCH Hospital to Downtown Tuscaloosa. Along this route you will pass BryantDenny stadium and The Strip. Midtown Village, University Mall and additional shops and restaurants are located on McFarland Boulevard. From campus drive east on McFarland Boulevard to Interstate 59/20 east in order to get to Birmingham. There are additional access points to Birmingham, but this is the most direct from campus. Go further on McFarland to Skyland Boulevard for Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club.
15th Street intersects McFarland Boulevard at Midtown Village. Target and many restaurants are located on 15th. Another street to become familiar with is Greensboro avenue. Here you will find the Bama Theatre, Mugshots, The Shirt Shop and a few other hot spots. Some people think the best time to get around town is after kickoff on gameday, but we hope you are in the stadium cheering on the Tide.
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Surrounding Area R Restaurants City Café
Nestled in the heart of downtown Northport, the classic southern cooking keeps Tuscaloosa natives and University students lined up out the door for a table. Open early for breakfast.
Nick’s
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Jama’s
Nestled in the shadows of Bryant-Denny Stadium, this hole-in-the-wall serves a delicious southern breakfast and lunch including burgers and shakes.
The Waysider
You can only order ribs and bread at the place where the barbeque dynasty began.
Located off 15th Street, the Waysider is famous for its breakfast menu. It’s even been featured on ESPN!
Sticks
Go off the beaten path to get a steak at this Tuscaloosa tradition.
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Shopping Wal-Mart
The place that literally has everything. Two locations: one on Skyland Blvd. and one in Northport.
University Mall
Here you can shop indoors at a variety of stores. This mall houses major department stores including Belk, JC Penney and Sears.
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Downtown Northport
Settled in the early 19th century, historic downtown Northport is a must see. The area features art galleries, museums, stores and quaint restaurants.
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Things to do:
Apply the “creative” side of your brain and paint your very own pottery at All Fired Up! AMF Bama Lanes offers a fun night of bowling! Location: 15th St. Go see the latest release at Cobb TheatersHollywood 16 Cinemas. Visit the Kentuck Arts and Craft Center.
Nearby Weekend Getaways: birmingham - 58 miles Birmingham Barons Baseball The Summit Civil Rights Institute TALLaDEGA - 104 miles Superspeedway
T-Town Greensboro - 38 miles
Montgomery - 105 miles Rosa Parks Museum
Pie Lab
GULF SHORES - 251 miles The Beach
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50 things to do before you graduate:
1. Belt out the fight song at the top of your lungs. 2. Show your Alabama spirit and paint-up for an athletic event. 3. Pose for a picture with the basilosaurus bones at the Museum of Natural History in Smith Hall.
4. Experience the Homecoming Week bon fire 5. Snap a photo with Big Al. 6. Go on a self-guided tour of campus. 7. Start your own club or organization. 8. Tour Bryant-Denny stadium. 9. Accidentally take a nap on the Quad. 10. Submit an editorial to The Crimson White and see it published.
11. Learn the history of Foster Auditorium. 12. Scout out both basement levels of Gorgas Library. 13. Grab your roomie and make an early morning excursion to City CafĂŠ when it opens at 4 a.m.
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14. Attend a concert at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater. 15. Stop a campus tour group to tell them about your UA experience.
16. Devour a rack of ribs at the original Dreamland Bar-BQue.
17. Indulge in $1 midnight sushi at Surin of Thailand on the Strip.
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18. Take a class simply because it sounds interesting. 19. Lend a hand in tornado relief efforts. 20. Jazz up your Sunday at FIVE for brunch. 21. Attend a production at the Bama Theatre. Tuscaloosa & Community
22. Grab a steak at Nick’s in the Sticks- a Tuscaloosa gem. 23. Play Quidditch on the Quad. 24. Go for a jog at the Riverwalk. 25. Have your résumé critiqued at the Career Center. 26. Climb the rock wall at the Rec center. 27. Travel with the Community Service Center on an Alternative Break trip. 28. Float around the lazy river at the Rec outdoor pool. 29. Invite your family to Family Weekend. 30. Get your nerd on at the Center for Academic Success (CAS). 31. Participate in an Intramural sports team. 32. Learn about the opportunity to study abroad. 33. Introduce yourself to the Dean of your college. 34. Take your professor “Out-to-Lunch.” 35. Attend a concert in Moody Music Building. 36. Visit the historic Capitol Park. 37. Apply for an opportunity that you don’t think you will get. 38. Go to the Homecoming Step Show. 39. Feed the ducks at Lakeside. 40. Check out the Gorgas House, it was built two years before the University opened. 41. Perfect your own creation at YoMo. 42. Stand up in the student section during a football game (the whole 4 hours!). 43. Pull an all-nighter in Gorgas Library during finals week. 44. Attend a gymnastics meet starring the 2012 National Champions. 45. Befriend someone from a country different than your own. 46. Tailgate at a baseball game and football game. 47. Take a service-learning course. 48. Fill your backpack with free stuff at Get on Board Day. 49. Stargaze through the telescope atop Gallalee Hall. 50. Last but not least, say “Roll Tide” to an unsuspecting group of strangers. Tuscaloosa & Community
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Acknowledgements The revival of The A Book would not have been possible without the many different contributors who spent countless hours on content, photographs, design and brainstorming creative ways to bring important information to first-year students. In addition, every first-year student would not have been able to receive this book without our generous sponsors.
A HUGE thank you to: The A Book Editorial Board:
A Book Advisers:
Contributors:
Alexis Long-Daniels, Asha Sowell, Beth Verhine, Elizabeth Roberts, Kiara Summerville, Lisa Elizondo, Mimi Ryals, Sarah Saint and Tori Robinson
Kaitlin Hartley Litsa Orban Sara Hartley
Katie Clark Kristen Moore Mark Nelson
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