UA Student News for Oct. 15, 2013

October 15, 2013 Written by Cresandra Smothers 14 min read
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DEADLINES TO REMEMBER

Leadership UA applications, Oct. 30, 4:45 p.m., 355-B Ferguson Center
Abstracts for Alabama Modern Languages Conference, Nov. 15
Premier Awards applications, Nov. 22, 5 p.m.

THIS WEEK’S EVENTS

“Resurface” MA exhibition by Meredith Randall, Oct. 15-25, Sella-Granata Art Gallery
Free flu shots, Oct. 16, 12:45-4 p.m., Tutwiler Hall
“Can Kicks Back,” Oct. 16, 5:30 p.m., Ferguson Center Theater
Taste of Germany, Oct. 16, 6-8 p.m., Martha Parham Hall community room
AFTERDARK, Oct. 16, 8 p.m., Coleman Coliseum
Homegrown Alabama Farmers Market, Oct. 17, 3-6 p.m., Canterbury Episcopal Chapel at 812 Fifth Ave.
“Three Days at Foster: How Integration Turned the Tide,” Oct. 17, 7 p.m., Ferguson Center Theater
Hey Y’all Campaign, Oct. 18, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Ferguson Center second floor
Free flu shots, Oct. 18, 12:45-4 p.m., Ridgecrest East lobby
Graduation Celebration, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ferguson Center lobby
University Supply Store special hours, Oct. 19, Ferguson Center (9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.), Quad tent, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Bryant Museum, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Kentuck Festival shuttle service, Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Ferguson Center plaza
Around the World of Professionalism, Oct. 21, noon-2:30 p.m., 205 Gorgas Library
“Bama Laughs,” Oct. 21, 7-8:30 p.m., Ferguson Center Theater
Free flu shots, Oct. 22, 12:45-4 p.m., Mary Burke Hall West
Alpha Chi Omega’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes,” Oct. 22, 4:30 p.m. (registration), 5 p.m. (race), corner of Bryant Drive and Colonial Drive
Late Night: Glow-in-the-Dark Kickball, Oct. 22, 8-10 p.m., Presidential Park

ANNOUNCEMENTS

By Oct. 15 of each year, each coeducational institution of higher education that participates in any federal student aid program and has an intercollegiate athletic program must prepare an Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) report and make it available upon request to students, potential students and the public. The University of Alabama Department of Athletics’ report for the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act is available upon request at the following locations: Office of Intercollegiate Athletics and Office of University Relations. The report can be accessed on the Internet at https://eada.ia.ua.edu. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request by contacting the Office of University Relations.

The Higher Education Act of 1965 requires institutions to make certain information available to the campus community and general public. The University has established a website, http://www.ua.edu/academic/hea, to compile and disclose in one location pertinent information related to the HEA’s requirements. Click here for more information.

UA students, faculty and staff are encouraged to visit the “Through the Doors” website and contribute their memories and experiences on the Your Stories page under the “Perspectives” link. The Through the Doors website is devoted to the 50th anniversary of UA’s desegregation and also serves as a source of historical information, beginning with Autherine Lucy’s attempt to enroll at UA as the first African-American student in 1956.

Fans can visit http://www.323wins.com/referral5 to receive a special admission ticket to the Bryant Museum’s centennial exhibit and to see a preview of the UA Center for Public Television’s “Mama Called” documentary and “Inside the Vault” book chronicling Coach Paul Bryant’s life. Website visitors can also register to win limited edition centennial memorabilia.

SAS 9.4 is now available for download through the University’s enterprise agreement. SAS 9.4 is a limited release for 64-bit operating systems only. Users may continue to use SAS 9.3. More information, as well as a link to the download site, can be found at http://oit.ua.edu/oit/services/software-licensing/sas.

UA students who have Turning Technologies clickers may need to update their firmware for the devices to work properly. Students can do the update themselves by clicking here and following the instructions in the tutorial. Students can have their clickers updated at the University Supply Store locations in the Ferguson Center and in Tutwiler Hall, as well as in Gorgas and Rodgers libraries, and at the Faculty Resource Center in A-203 Gordon Palmer Hall. More information: the Faculty Resource Center at 348-3532.

GREEK AFFAIRS 

Sigma Delta Tau will have an information table in the Ferguson Center for women who are interested in joining the sorority. Information will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 21, 23 and 25. More information: Mariel Ferris at rushbamasigdelts@gmail.com.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

University Programs will host its first ever Around the World of Professionalism career-development workshop Oct. 21 from noon to 2:30 p.m. in 205 Gorgas Library. Students can rotate among four stations to get tips on interviews, proper dress code and etiquette, essentials of résumé building, and the do’s and don’ts of social media. More information: Jennifer McCollum at jamccollum1@crimson.ua.edu.

SAFETY

Each year, The University of Alabama publishes the UA annual Campus Security Report, which contains crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years. The report also details UA security policies and procedures. The Campus Security Report is provided in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and is available to view or print online at safety.ua.edu. The Alabama Department of Public Safety, a state agency, also provides an online listing of sex offenders currently registered with the state. This listing is available on the Alabama Department of Public Safety website at www.dps.alabama.gov. (Click on the “Community Information Center” link). For information regarding the enrollment or employment of registered sex offenders at The University of Alabama or to request a printed copy of the Campus Security Report, write University Police, Attention: Community Services Division, Box 870180, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0180; or send an email to University Police at ua.police@ua.edu.

EVENTS

The Student Government Association, UA College Republicans, UA College Democrats and UA’s Roosevelt Institute Campus Network invite all students to the “Can Kicks Back” Generational Equity Tour event Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 5:30 p.m. in the Ferguson Center Theater. Participants will view “Overdraft,” a documentary that highlights the growing U.S. deficit and its critical implications for individuals and U.S. economic competitiveness. Free pizza will be available. More information: Leela Foley at lkfoley@crimson.ua.edu.

Students are invited to Taste of Germany to learn more about the German culture through entertainment, food and cultural representatives. The event will take place Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the community room at Martha Parham Hall. Traditional German décor, a clothing showcase and entertainment will be available. Students will have the opportunity to learn about UA’s study-abroad German program. More information: universityprograms@sa.ua.edu. Join the conversations about Taste of Germany on various social media sites by following @TheFergUA on Twitter and liking the The Ferg at UA Facebook page.

Students are invited to AFTERDARK, an event featuring a concert by Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors and a presentation by Joe White titled “Is Jesus Relevant Today?” The free event will be held Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 8 p.m. in Coleman Coliseum. Seating is first-come, first-served. More information: Lucy Edick at leedick@crimson.ua.edu.

“Three Days at Foster: How Integration Turned the Tide,” a documentary on the integration of UA athletics, will be shown Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. in the Ferguson Center Theater. Keith Dunnavant, noted sports author and director of the film, will introduce the film and answer questions at the film’s conclusion. The event is sponsored by The University of Alabama National Alumni Association, the College of Continuing Studies and the Division of Community Affairs. More information: http://training.ua.edu/threedays.

Students who will graduate in December are invited to the Graduation Celebration Friday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the lobby in front of the University Supply Store at the Ferguson Center. Students can order class rings, graduation announcements, caps and gowns, diploma frames, and much more. Master’s and doctoral students may purchase hoods and other regalia. Special discounts apply. A photographer will be present. Free refreshments and door prizes will be available. No purchase is necessary. More information: Peter Pierre at ppierre@bama.ua.edu.

Students are invited to join the One Team. One Bama. civility movement to build a stronger UA community. On Friday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ferguson Center, students will take a pledge of commitment to be more respectful of others in various ways. After making their personal pledges, students will receive “Hey Y’all” T-shirts. Students will be eligible for prizes if they wear their T-shirts to the UA vs. Texas A&M soccer game at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18. More information: http://www.oneteam.ua.edu.

Join University Programs for Kentuck Festival of the Arts on Sunday, Oct. 20, at Northport’s Kentuck Park. Free shuttles will pick up and return at the Ferguson Center plaza from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. More information and reservations: http://uaferguson.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=3475.

Students are invited to a “Bama Laughs” short film and vine video comedy night at the Ferguson Center Theater on Oct. 21 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Attendees can receive Panhellenic points. Free popcorn and drinks will be available. Don’t forget to upload vine videos to #UASTUDENTPROBS. Scholarship prizes will be awarded for the best short film and vine video. More information: bamalaughs@gmail.com.

Alpha Chi Omega’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” relay race to raise awareness of domestic violence will be held Oct. 22 at the corner of Bryant Drive and Colonial Drive. Music and dinner will be provided. Cost is $10 to participate in the event and $1 to attend. Sign-in is 4:30 p.m. on the day of the race. Click here for more information and to access the registration form. Proceeds will benefit a local shelter for victims of domestic violence. Questions: Danielle DuBose at dmdubose@crimson.ua.edu.

Students are invited to participate in Glow-in-the-Dark Kickball Oct. 22, 8-10 p.m., at Presidential Park. Register for free at http://uaferguson.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=3475.

Travel with University Programs to Cobb Theatre for a free showing of “Carrie.” Buses will leave from the Ferguson Center plaza at 5:15 p.m. on Oct. 23 to take students to the show. Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. For reservations and more information: http://uaferguson.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=3475.

The University of Alabama’s Panhellenic Association will host the annual Sorority Row Trick-or-Treat Oct. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. Children from the Tuscaloosa area, ages 12 and younger, are invited to dress up in Halloween costumes and visit the lawns of the campus sorority houses on Magnolia and Colonial drives for candy and activities. Click here for more information.

Project Green Challenge is a 30-day eco-lifestyle challenge that began Oct. 1 and will conclude Oct. 30. The event is designed to educate and mobilize students on campus to environmentally sustainable and socially responsible initiatives. Register at http://projectgreenchallenge.com. More information: Kaitlyn Janssen at kmjanssen@crimson.ua.edu.

Students are invited to pick up an Academic Scavenger Hunt passport in the Student Government Association office, the Writing Center or any of the libraries on campus. Students should fill out the passport and return it to the SGA office on the second floor of the Ferguson Center by Nov. 11 to be entered into a drawing to win prizes. More information: Leela Foley at lkfoley@crimson.ua.edu.

GAME-DAY WEEK 

 

  • Parking Reminder — On game-day weekends during football season, many parking lots are used for Tide Pride and game-day parking. The following lots and areas must be vacated by 5 p.m. on Fridays of all home games: Colonial Drive south of Eighth Street, the south one-third section of the Coleman Coliseum lot, the Tutwiler main lot and “triangle” lot, the lower Student Recreation Center lot, the Northeast Campus Drive lot and the large lot east of the Moody Music Building. Re-entry to all faculty and staff lots, with the exception of the Ferguson deck, will be restricted after 5 p.m. on game-day Fridays. Click here for a map that shows the parking-lot closures.

 

  • Tailgating Reminder — Tailgating is an important part of every football season, especially on the Quad. Following campus policy for tailgating helps to ensure that everyone has an enjoyable experience. Friday is a regular academic day at UA, and classes are still in session until 6 p.m.; therefore, reserving areas for personal tailgates on the Quad is not permitted until after 6 p.m. on Fridays prior to home games. Reserving all other campus areas is not permitted until after 5 p.m. on Thursday evenings prior to home games. The only areas that are permitted to be reserved prior to these times are those that have been approved in advance through the campus grounds-use permit process. Violating campus policy can result in personal property being removed. For more detailed information, click on the following links:

http://uagameday.com/football/setting-up.php

http://uagameday.com/football/documents/QuadMap2013.pdf

http://uagameday.com/football/documents/CharcoalDumpStations.PDF

http://www.uafacilities.ua.edu/grounds/pages/grounds-use-permit.htm

  • Radio and Television — Click here for a list of radio stations that will broadcast the football game. Faculty and staff who are not able to be in Tuscaloosa on football game days can click here for alternative locations to view the games.

 

  • In addition to football, the following athletic events will take place on campus this week:

Hockey vs. South Carolina, Oct. 17, 8 p.m., Pelham Civic Complex
Crimson Classic cross-country, Oct. 18, all day, Harry Pritchett Running Park
Women’s soccer vs. Texas A&M, Oct. 18, 7 p.m., Soccer Complex
Women’s volleyball vs. Texas A&M, Oct. 18, 7 p.m., Foster Auditorium
Hockey vs. South Carolina, Oct. 18, 8 p.m., Pelham Civic Complex
Women’s rugby vs. University of Georgia, Oct. 19, 9 a.m., University Recreation fields
Men’s lacrosse vs. Towson, Oct. 20, 1 p.m., University Recreation fields
Softball doubleheader vs. Middle Tennessee State, Oct. 20, 1 p.m., Rhoads Stadium
Women’s soccer vs. Kentucky, Oct. 20, 1 p.m., Soccer Complex
Women’s volleyball vs. LSU, Oct. 20, 1:30 p.m., Foster Auditorium
Men’s soccer vs. Mississippi, Oct. 20, 4:30 p.m., University Recreation fields

STUDENT SUPPORT

The Women’s Resource Center provides a full range of services to students, faculty, staff and their families who are victims of dating and domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, sexual harassment, stalking or childhood abuse. To make an appointment, schedule a program, register for self-defense training or volunteer, contact the WRC at 348-5040. To contact a victim advocate after hours or on the weekends, call the University of Alabama Police Department at 348-5454 and ask to be connected with the on-call WRC victim advocate. Visit the WRC website at http://wrc.ua.edu to learn about other programs and services, including the following events:

      • Breast Cancer Awareness, October (The UA community is invited to place messages and pink ribbon ornaments on honor and remembrance trees located at the Capstone Village, Ferguson Center, Student Recreation Center and University Medical Center.)
      • Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October (Campus and community members are asked to raise awareness of dating and domestic violence by wearing purple ribbons and to drop off used cellular phones and accessories at the Women’s Resource Center, Dean of Students’ office and campus residential communities.)

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Graduate Students are invited to submit abstracts for the 2014 Alabama Modern Languages Conference. The conference will take place Feb. 7-8. Graduate students in any discipline are invited to present 20-minute papers in English, Spanish, French or German relating to the theme of “Converging Cultures: Languages, Literatures, and Identity.” The deadline for abstract submission is Nov. 15, 2013. More information: http://mlc.ua.edu/fourth-annual-modern-language-conference-2014.

STUDENT AFFAIRS

UA sophomores, juniors and seniors are invited to apply to be a part of Leadership UA. The goal of the program is to develop effective and ethical leaders at The University of Alabama who are prepared to be global leaders in a variety of fields. Applications are due by 4:45 p.m. Oct. 30 at 355-B Ferguson Center. More information: Kaitlin Hartley at krhartley@sa.ua.edu.

The University Awards Committee welcomes applications for UA’s five Premier Awards, the highest honors given by The University of Alabama. The awards are the William P. Bloom Award, Morris Lehman Mayer Award, Catherine J. Randall Award, John Fraser Ramsey Award and Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award. For complete information about qualifications and the scope of each award, visit http://premierawards.ua.edu. The deadline for applications is Nov. 22 by 5 p.m. More information: External Affairs at 348-6275 or studentaffairs@ua.edu.

Always remember to check the Crimson Calendar for all the week’s events.

For athletic events, go to http://www.rolltide.com.

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