Fall into fun with these “unbe-leaf-able” events. Fairs, workshops and guest lectures are only a fraction of the special events happening on campus and within the community this month.
On-Campus Fairs
On-Campus Student Job Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Student Center
UA Student Health Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Student Center Plaza
General Interest and Business Career Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Coleman Coliseum
Bring resumes, a prepared elevator pitch and dress professionally! Student check-in is at the Coliseum’s north entrance.
Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Crimson Promenade
Education Abroad staff, UA faculty directors, and representatives from affiliate providers can help you explore your options for programs and financial aid.
Technical and Engineering Career Fair
Thursday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Coleman Coliseum
Network with potential employers to discuss career or internship possibilities. Check-in at the north Coliseum entrance and dress professionally.
Career Paths with Hearst Television Mixer
Tuesday, Sept. 24, 5:30-7 p.m., Reese Phifer Rotunda
On Campus Workshops
Resume Writing: Career Fair Ready
Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2-3 p.m., 3400 UA Student Center
UA Agility Series: Psychological Safety
Thursday, Sept. 5, 10:30-11:45 a.m., Employee Resource Center
For UA faculty and staff only.
Internship Know-How
Sept. 10 & 30, 4-5 p.m., 3400 Student Center
Discuss how to prepare for and find internships. Register on Handshake.
QPR: Suicide Prevention Workshop
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m.-noon, 3108 Student Center
Question, Persuade, Refer is a free training class on suicide prevention. Registration required.
Culture in the Community
Saturday in the Park: Storytelling
Saturday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Moundville Archaeological Park
Welcome Grayhawk Perkins to the Jones Archaeological Museum for his traditional Houma storytelling performance. This program is free with paid park admission.
Historic Tuscaloosa Summertime Lecture
Thursday, Sept. 28, 5:30 p.m., 214 Farrah Hall
The title of the final presentation of the summer lecture series is “Confronting Our Complicated Shared Past” and will be given by Dr. Sharony Green, who will follow up on her previous lectures and book, explaining Tuscaloosa’s history.
An Evening with Carl Phillips
Tuesday, Sept. 10, 7-8:30 p.m., Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center
This is the first event of the UA Department of English’s Visiting Writers Series. Carl Phillips is a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet who will read part of his work, answer questions and autograph books. Light refreshments will be provided for those who arrive early, around 6:30 p.m.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at the Tuscaloosa Public Library
Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Main Branch Parking Lot
All ages are welcome to this celebration of Hispanic culture and heritage. A myriad of countries will be represented with music, food and crafts.
EveryVoice Book Club
Thursday, Sept. 26, noon-1 p.m., Legend’s Bistro at Hotel Capstone
This monthly book club is open to all faculty, staff, community members and graduate students. This month’s read is “Same Bed Different Dreams” by Ed Park.