January brings a packed calendar full of events to ensure you start the spring semester off on the right foot. Take advantage of the online workshops through UA and listen to different tunes all around town this month.
Welcome Back Weeks
University Programs is kicking off the spring semester with free events for students, hosted by students from Jan. 7-31. Stay up to date with their social media to find more opportunities to reconnect, explore campus and start the new year off strong.
On Campus
TSA PreCheck® and Passport Fair
Jan. 10, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., UA Passport Acceptance Facility
Get travel-ready for spring break! Now offering a new TSA PreCheck® service, the passport fair is essential for students who travel often. Appointments are required, so reserve your spot today!
Blackburn Institute Interest Session
Jan. 14, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Student Center Theater and Great Hall
Join students, staff and other community members to learn about the student experience and application process for the Blackburn Institute.
Realizing the Dream Concert
Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m., Moody Music Concert Hall
This year’s annual concert celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will feature gospel artist Smokie Norful.
Entrepreneur Resource Groups Meeting
Jan. 20, 5-7 p.m., The EDGE
Connect with like-minded individuals interested in helping build and grow businesses within the community at this monthly meeting.
Adobe Portfolio Session
Jan. 26, 4-5 p.m., Virtual
Take advantage of your Adobe Creative Cloud subscription with a virtual Adobe Portfolio session. Here you’ll learn how to create a personalized portfolio to showcase your academic and professional work.
Law School Fair
Jan. 29, noon-3 p.m., Student Center Ballroom
Attend the annual Law School Fair to meet law school admissions representatives and get your questions answered about the application process. Be sure to dress to impress, as nearly half of the ABA-accredited law schools in the country will be there!
Nourish to Flourish: Intuitive Eating
Jan. 30, noon-1 p.m., Virtual
Learn how to properly fuel yourself this semester with dietitian Sheena Gregg as she talks about all things intuitive eating. RSVP to attend the monthly virtual series and begin your healthy relationship with food.
Around Town
“Screenagers: The Next Chapter”
Jan. 14, 5:30 p.m., Bama Theatre
Explore the challenges teens face today surrounding mental health in this digital age with a community screening of the Screenagers sequel.
Danzón
Jan. 26, 7 p.m., Moody Music Concert Hall
Enjoy a side-by-side concert with the Huxford Symphony Orchestra presented by Camilla Huxford. Purchase your season tickets to get access to performances all semester!
Braxton Keith in Concert
Jan. 29, 8 p.m., Two Dimes
See country artist, Braxton Keith takes his “This Ain’t My First Tour Continued with Caden Gillard” to Tuscaloosa.