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Back to School: First Day UA

August 19, 2021 Written by Caroline Gazzara-McKenzie 1 min read

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The University of Alabama kicked off the start of the fall semester in style. Here’s a look inside the first day.

A female student poses for the first day of classes while wearing a mask. — The University of Alabama kicked off the 2021-2022 academic year with First Day UA and free breakfast across campus, including the Ferguson Plaza.

Four students pose for a picture. — Returning students and incoming freshmen were excited for the start of the new semester.

Dr. Bell stands outside taking to two students wearing backpacks during First Day UA — UA President Stuart R. Bell greeted students at the Welcome Back Breakfast.

A male student smiles on his first day of class. — Nothing beats a UA shaker to make your first day better.

Dr. Myron Pope poses for the camera with four students, two of which hold signs reading "First Day UA" 2021 — Vice President for Student Life Myron Pope took part in the welcome back festivities, too.

Three students, masked, pose with First Day at UA signs. — These three students made the best of their first day at an ice cream social.

Two female students sit on the Quad's grass while wearing masks — Relaxing on the Quad, students caught up with friends after the summer break.

Two girls pose by the Ferguson Student Center. — The first day on campus wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the Ferg.

Nine people are posing behind a table filled with shirts and UA shakers. — First Day UA is just one of many events University Programs has prepared for Weeks of Welcome.

Contact

Caroline Gazzara-McKenzie, UA Strategic Communications, caroline.mckenzie@ua.edu