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DEADLINES TO REMEMBER
“Great Idea” submission, April 20
Student Opinions of Instruction surveys, April 28 and May 5 (School of Social Work)
TODAY
Discovery Series: Dining Etiquette, 6-7:30 p.m., 302 Ferguson Center
“The Vagina Monologues,” 7:30 p.m., Ferguson Center Theater
THIS WEEK’S DATES TO REMEMBER
SOURCE organization-registration renewal, continuous through May 15
Fall Get on Board Day early registration, continuous through May 15
“The Vagina Monologues,” April 17, 7:30 p.m., Ferguson Center Theater
Sustainability Day, April 18, various times and locations
Al’s Pals interest meeting, April 18, noon-1 p.m., 301 Ferguson Center
Homegrown Alabama Farmers Market, April 18, 3-6 p.m., lawn of Canterbury Chapel on Hackberry Lane
“Django Unchained,” April 18, 6-9 p.m., Ferguson Center Theater
Provost candidate interview with Dr. Pam Whitten, April 19, 11 a.m.-noon, 309 Ferguson Center
Student Alumni Shuffle 5k, April 21, 11 a.m., Student Recreation Center
Forza Financial internship interest meeting, April 22, 6 p.m., 223 Lloyd Hall
Last Lecture featuring Dr. Cassandra Simon, April 22, 6 p.m., 159 Russell Hall
Lavender Graduation, April 22, 7:30-9 p.m., Bibb Graves Hall auditorium
Lunch with the Blue Angels, April 23, noon, 360 Ferguson Center
ATHLETICS
The University of Alabama A-Day football game will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The game will be televised live on ESPN2. Click here for more information, including activities, on-campus dining options and traffic. Parking and traffic will be similar to a regular football game-day weekend. Beginning midafternoon on Friday, April 19, traffic will be restricted on Colonial Drive at University Boulevard to essential service traffic only. The following parking areas must be cleared by 5 p.m. on April 19: northeast stadium lot, northwest stadium lot, Wallace Wade lot, Rose Administration area and lot, communication-card lot, Colonial Drive south of Eighth Street, Capstone Drive and the easternmost part of the northeast Campus Drive lot. Re-entry to all faculty and staff lots, with the exception of the Ferguson deck and the north Ferguson-MIB lot, will be restricted after 5 p.m. Parking for orange residential permit holders will be available in the Tutwiler lot. The Triangle lot will also be available. Click here for a map that shows the parking-lot closures. Roads and parking will reopen as soon as possible after the game concludes.
Softball vs. Southern Mississippi, April 16, 6 p.m., Rhoads Stadium
Baseball vs. UAB, April 16, 6:05 p.m., Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Softball vs. Mississippi State, April 19, 6:30 p.m., Rhoads Stadium
Baseball vs. LSU, 6:35 p.m., April 19, Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Softball vs. Mississippi State, April 20, 4:30 p.m., Rhoads Stadium
Baseball vs. LSU, April 20, 7:05 p.m., Sewell-Thomas Stadium
Softball vs. Mississippi State, April 21, 1 p.m., Rhoads Stadium
Baseball vs. LSU, April 21, 1:05 p.m., Sewell-Thomas Stadium
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Every 10 years, The University of Alabama undergoes a reaffirmation of accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. A major component of the reaffirmation process is the development of a “Quality Enhancement Plan.” The QEP is an institutional initiative designed to enhance student learning and the quality of the educational experience at UA. This SACS reaccreditation requirement is an opportunity for UA to target its energies over the next five years toward a particular student-learning endeavor. UA faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to submit ideas that could serve as the theme for UA’s QEP. Visit http://sacs.ua.edu/QEP for more information about the “Great Idea” campaign and to submit an idea. The submission deadline is April 20.
On-campus interviews for the position of provost will be held this month. To view the curriculum vitae for each of the four candidates visit http://www.provost.ua.edu. Presentations from the candidates are open to faculty, staff and students. Dr. Dave Francko, UA associate provost and dean of the Graduate School, was interviewed on April 9. Interviews for the remaining candidates will be held from 11 a.m. until noon as follows:
- Dr. Pam Whitten, dean and professor, College of Communication Arts and Sciences, Michigan State University -– April 19, Room 309, Ferguson Center
- Dr. Gordon Emslie, provost and vice president for academic affairs, Western Kentucky University -– April 23, Heritage Room, Ferguson Center
- Dr. Kimberly Espy, vice president for research and innovation, dean of the Graduate School, the University of Oregon — April 30, Heritage Room, Ferguson Center
UA students have until April 28 to complete Student Opinions of Instruction course evaluation surveys. Surveys for the School of Social Work may be submitted through May 5. SOI surveys allow students to confidentially rate their UA learning experience and encourage feedback about their courses and instructors. Students will now be able to select either the standard or the new mobile view of SOI. The mobile feature will make the surveys easy to navigate using smartphones or other mobile devices. The mobile feature should function well with newer Android, iOS and Windows Mobile devices. Confidential reports of survey results are provided to UA faculty and administrators after grades are submitted. Student ratings are important in helping instructors improve their teaching and in helping the University evaluate courses and faculty. For more information, visit the SOI website or send an email to soi@ua.edu.
Students who are interested in completing a survey regarding smoking on campus can do so at myBama. The survey is at the bottom left corner of the myBama home page.
STUDENT AFFAIRS
Registration for UA’s “Lavender Graduation” is open at http://spectrum.ua.edu/graduation. Lavender Graduations are held at colleges and universities throughout the country to honor the accomplishments of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and allied students. These students have not only completed the academic requirements for a college degree but have also overcome the odds of being sexual minorities or at-risk populations during their school years. Students graduating in spring, summer or fall 2013 are eligible to participate in this year’s ceremony. The ceremony will be at 7:30 p.m. on April 22 in the Bibb Graves Hall auditorium. More information: http://spectrum.ua.edu/graduation or SafeZone@bama.ua.edu.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Organization-registration renewal through the SOURCE began April 1. The priority period will continue through May 15. The SOURCE encourages organizations to renew during this period. There is no fee for organization renewal. More information: http://thesource.ua.edu or 348-6114.
Students who are interested in becoming mentors for the Al’s Pals program can attend an information session on April 18 from noon to 1 p.m. at 301 Ferguson Center.
Students interested in becoming a summer or fall intern for Forza Financial are invited to a meeting on April 22 at 6 p.m. in 223 Lloyd Hall. Food will be provided. Forza Financial is a student-led microfinance organization. More information: Catherine Porter at ceporter@forzafinancial.com.
The SOURCE‘s Executive Transition Dinner will be held April 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the Governor’s Room in the Hotel Capstone. The event is open to incoming presidents, vice presidents and up to two advisers per organization. This year’s featured guests include Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox and UA Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Mark Nelson. More information: mailto:rlmoore@sa.ua.edu.
Fall Get on Board Day is scheduled for Aug. 29 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cost is $15 per organization per table for student groups and $20 per table for departments if registration is received by May 15. For more information, visit http://thesource.ua.edu periodically for updates.
EVENTS
University Programs invites everyone to Dining Etiquette today from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Anderson Room of the Ferguson Center. Attendees will work on improving their interpersonal skills and etiquette at the dining table. Click here to register for the free event.
The Women’s Resource Center’s Student Leadership Council and Alpha Psi Omega theatre and dance honor society will host a reading of Eve Ensler’s award-wining play, “The Vagina Monologues,” at the Ferguson Center Theater today and Wednesday, April 17, at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds go toward ending violence against women. Tickets are $5 for students, $8 for faculty and staff, and $10 for the general public. Tickets may be purchased by phone at 348-5040 or at the door.
The Business Honors Program is hosting its annual Sustainability Day April 18. Volunteers at various campus locations will provide information on how the UA campus can go green. For information and a free snow cone, visit one of the following locations: the Quad and Ferguson Center, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Lakeside Dining, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; and the Homegrown Alabama Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m.
The Homegrown Alabama Farmers Market invites Tuscaloosa residents to its first market of 2013. The market will be held Thursday, April 18, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the lawn of Canterbury Chapel on Hackberry Lane. Eco-friendly demonstrations, live music, a stuff swap and kids’ crafts will be available in addition to the regular offerings. Follow the market on Facebook or visit http://www.homegrownalabama.org for more information.
University Programs presents “Django Unchained” as part of its Movie Series on Thursday, April 18, at the Ferguson Theater. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Free popcorn and drinks will be provided, and a panel discussion will follow the movie.
The Student Alumni Association, along with FATE, is hosting its first 5k on April 21. Proceeds benefit local organizations. The race will start at the Student Recreation Center at 11 a.m. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided at Alumni Hall after the race. Registration is $20 prior to April 21 and $25 the day of the event. Click here for registration forms and more information or email SAA@alumni.ua.edu.
The Graduate School will host its annual Last Lecture April 22 at 6 p.m. in 159 Russell Hall. Dr. Cassandra Simon, associate professor in the School of Social Work, will present a lecture titled “Through the Doors: Lessons Learned from an Unexpected Life Journey.” Refreshments will be served at the lecture’s conclusion. The free event is open to everyone.
Join the Career Center on April 23 at noon in 360 Ferguson Center for lunch with the Blue Angels. Members from the official flight-demonstration squadron of the U.S. Navy will be on campus to share their unique perspectives on success, motivation, teamwork and much more. Free pizza and drinks will be provided. More information: Amy Bramlett at 348-5848 or amy.bramlett@ua.edu.
Bagel breakfast hosted by the Tau Sigma honor society will host a bagel breakfast April 24 for students who have transferred to UA. The breakfast will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Anderson Room of the Ferguson Center. More information: Jennifer DeFrance at 348-8404 or jdefrance@sa.ua.edu.
Join the Counseling Center and University Programs April 24 for Stress Free Daze, a day of fun and relaxation on the Quad. Activities include arts and crafts, an outdoor yoga class, playing with a pen full of puppies and a jean-deconstruction class. A variety of inflatables will also be available. Jean deconstruction will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. with the House of Eprouver. Bring an old pair of jeans and learn how to revamp them into stylish shorts. The yoga class will be from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Yoga mats will be provided to the first 30 participants. Free food, drinks and frozen refreshments will be served.
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