As the summer sun begins to mellow and the buzz of a new academic year fills the air, UA is gearing up for a spectacular August packed with events, activities and unforgettable experiences.
Whether you’re a new student finding your stride or a returning student looking to start the year off right, there are plenty of ways to kick off the year at Bama with new and old friends.
Check out a sample of what’s in store:
Tied with the Tide
Moving in early? We’ve got you covered.
- Murder Mystery Night Aug. 9
- No Place Like Bama Aug. 10
- It’s a Small World After All Aug. 11
- Into the Wild Aug. 12
- Spa Night Aug. 13
- Viva Las Vegas SINGO Night Aug. 14
- Disco in the Dust Aug. 15
- Lilo & Stitch Movie night on the Quad Aug. 16
- Shark Attack Pool Party Aug. 17
Weeks of Welcome
Weeks of Welcome is all about building connections, discovering campus resources and celebrating what it means to be a part of the Crimson Tide family.
- Ripple Effect Day of Service Aug. 18
- Crackin’ Up Aug. 18
- Script A Aug. 19
- First Day UA Aug. 20
- Bama Jam Aug. 21
- The Price is Right Aug. 23
- Alabama vs. Florida State Watch Party Aug. 30
More on-Campus Events
Hi, Tide Day
Aug. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Student Center Plaza
Student Government Association leaders and members will be giving away t-shirts and treats to welcome all students back to campus. Stop by and meet your student leaders.
Get on Board Day
Aug. 28, 5-9 p.m., The Quad
Don’t miss this annual campus tradition where it’s the prime opportunity to get connected to one or more of UA’s 600+ student organizations, meet new friends and get free stuff!
International Coffee Hour
Aug. 29, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 2100 Student Center
Join friends from around the world to enjoy coffee, tea, snacks and conversation.
Athletics
Women’s soccer’s home opener is Aug. 17 against Chattanooga and they host Michigan at home on Aug. 21. Volleyball hosts a tournament Aug. 29 and 30. See the full Crimson Tide schedule for August.
Around Town
Try It: 1 Day Wheel Throwing at Kentuck
Aug. 27, 6-7:30 p.m., Kentuck Art Center, Northport
Get a taste of throwing pottery on the wheel at this one-day workshop. Tuition is $65 and all materials are included. Check out all the art workshops available through Kentuck.
Pitbull in Concert
Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater
See one of the most iconic rappers of this era right here in Tuscaloosa for one of the last shows of the amphitheater’s summer season.
Historic Tuscaloosa Summer Lecture Series
Aug. 28, 5-6:30 p.m., 38 Lloyd Hall
Dr. Cameron H. Lacquement will be discussing the history of the Walker Cemetery in this free lecture open to all.