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DEADLINES
Homegrown Alabama leadership applications, Oct. 21
Ignite UA applications, Nov. 3, 4:45 p.m., 1040 Student Activity Center Presidential Village
THIS MONTH
Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive, ongoing through Nov. 21
Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month, ongoing through Oct. 23
TODAY
Hot Topics: Domestic Violence, 7-8:30 p.m., Ferguson Center fireplace area
THIS WEEK
Free flu shots, Oct. 22, 7:30-11 a.m., Russell Hall front lobby
“Ebola: The Current Plague and Crisis” lecture by Dr. Michael B.A. Oldstone, Oct. 22, 4 p.m., 205 Smith Hall
Women’s basketball second annual tipoff dinner, Oct. 22, 6 p.m., Foster Auditorium
African film and food night, Oct. 23, 8 p.m., 1013 South Engineering Research Center
Women’s soccer vs. Georgia, Oct. 24, 7 p.m., Soccer Stadium
Alabama vs. Tennessee football-game viewing, Oct. 25, 6-9 p.m., Ferguson Center ballroom
Alabama International Justice Mission discussion of world slavery, Oct. 25, 8-9 p.m., 300 Ferguson Center.
Women’s volleyball vs. Arkansas, Oct. 26, 1 p.m., Foster Auditorium
HALLOWEEN
Haunting organ performance, Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m., Moody Music Building concert hall
Halloween in Oz, Oct. 26, 2-4 p.m., Moody Music Building
Trick-or-Treat on Sorority Row, Oct. 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Magnolia and Colonial drives and Tutwiler and Harris halls
Halloween Extravaganza, Oct. 27, 6:30-8 p.m., Hank Crisp Indoor Facility
Haunting at the Museum, Oct. 28, 6-8 p.m., Smith Hall
Fright Night, Oct. 28, 6-8 p.m., Gorgas House promenade
HOMECOMING
Students are invited to register for Homecoming 2014 activities at http://homecoming.ua.edu. The homecoming football game will be Nov. 22 against Western Carolina.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Due to construction, the Second Avenue entrance into the Coleman Coliseum parking lot will be closed through Nov. 9. Click here for a map of the affected area.
The UA Medical Amnesty Policy is designed to foster safety first. It serves the educational function of the University by encouraging accountability and intervention among campus community members, with a goal of reducing risk and harm. Amnesty may be granted in three circumstances: individual students who need medical attention; individual students who call on behalf of those needing treatment; and organizations. The purpose of the Medical Amnesty Policy is to increase the likelihood that community members will call for assistance when faced with an alcohol-related emergency. To read more about the policy, visit the Dean of Students website, and then click on the link on the left side of the page that says Medical Amnesty Policy.
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 to read the Higher Education Act Compliance Memorandum from Dr. Joe Benson to UA employees and students.
Few traditions at the Capstone are as old or loved as the singing of the alma mater. In 2013 a new tradition for the song began at The University of Alabama: the playing of the alma mater on the Denny Chimes each day at noon. The lyrics and a recording of the song can be found at the Paul W. Bryant Museum’s website, http://bryantmuseum.com, under the Traditions tab.
As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Women’s Resource Center is collecting used cellphones — in working order or not. The UA community can drop off phones and accessories at the center or the Office of the Dean of Students. The phones will be recycled and used to help those affected by dating and domestic violence. Click here for more information on Domestic Violence Awareness Month, including a list of scheduled events.
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
Technical help is available in Gorgas Library every Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Circulation Desk on the second floor. The Office of Information Technology will provide assistance with Wifi, Blackboard and other technical problems.
The department of health science in the College of Human Environmental Sciences invites all students to a lecture by U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell on Oct. 28, 4-5:30 p.m., in training rooms A-C at the Child Development Research Center. Sewell will speak about advocacy as a method for health promotion. More information: Dr. Jen Nickelson at jnickelson@ches.ua.edu or 348-3715.
STUDENT AFFAIRS
Students can go to http://fye.ua.edu/igniteua.cfm to apply for Ignite UA, a community-building program specifically designed for freshmen and transfer students as they transition to life at UA. Ignite UA empowers first-year students to maximize their UA experience through developing relationships and exploring passion. Applications and résumés are due by Nov 3 at 4:45 p.m. to the Office of First Year Experience and Parent Programs at 1040 Student Activity Center Presidential Village. More information: 348-8404 or fye@ua.edu.
Nomination forms for the Capstone Heroes award are available at http://www.sc.ua.edu/hero.cfm. The award honors people who embody the best ideals of The University of Alabama and the Capstone Creed. Nominations for the Capstone Heroes Award can brought to the Office of Student Conduct or submitted by email to Paula Perry at pperry@sa.ua.edu. Questions should be directed to the Office of Student Conduct at 348-8234 or visit the office at 107 Burke Hall West.
The Beat Auburn Beat Hunger Food Drive is ongoing through Nov. 21. Any nonperishable food items can be donated. Any student groups interested in being involved should contact beatauburnbeathunger@gmail.com.
Alpha Delta Upsilon is a new coed social fraternity at the Capstone. To join or for more information: alphadeltaupsilon1@gmail.com
CAREER AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Center for Sustainable Service and Volunteerism is working with Habitat for Humanity. Participating students can earn SLPro hours. Two sessions on Friday, Oct. 24, are available: 8 a.m.-12:15 p.m. or 12:30-4:45 p.m. A maximum of 20 students can sign up for each session. Students cannot drive themselves to the actual work site; transportation will be provided by the CSSV. Students should meet by the Ferguson Center roundabout at the listed time for their session, and they should expect to be back by the listed time for their session. Closed-toe footwear and long pants are required. Waivers will be signed on the way to the work site. Students can sign up at http://goo.gl/Ue42mx.
Join the Center for Sustainable Service and Volunteerism in fighting homelessness by donating socks for local shelters. Students can donate new pairs of socks now through Nov. 5 at 1100 Ferguson Center. Also tweet out a picture of your socks using #SocktoberUA for a chance to win prizes. More information: CSSVCivicEngagement@gmail.com.
Join the Center for Sustainable Service and Volunteerism in learning more about the Tuscaloosa area. Explore restaurants and sites within walking distance of campus. Through Oct. 25, students will have the opportunity to complete various quests and answer trivia questions about the Tuscaloosa area. Follow @VolunteerBAMA for the latest updates and challenges. Use #TrekBAMA and #AdventureUA when completing an activity for a chance to win prizes. More information: CSSVCivicEngagement@gmail.com.
Homegrown Alabama has six leadership positions open for Homegrown Alabama’s 2015 market season. The available positions are two co-managers, a treasurer, a social media chair, a kids’ craft coordinator and a talent coordinator. The positions provide a great way to develop management skills and gain experience in community nutrition, health and wellness, marketing, event planning, public relations and nonprofit management. Send an email to Dabney Powell at homegrownalabama@gmail.com to receive an application and to schedule an interview. Applications are due today.
Students who are interested in joining a new chapter of Global Medical Brigades on campus can send an email to uaglobalmedicalbrigades@gmail.com. Global Medical Brigades plans a 10-day international trip every year to serve in clinics and provide health education seminars to local populations.
EVENTS
Join University Programs today for an open discussion about domestic violence as part of its Hot Topic Series. The discussion will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the fireplace area at the Ferguson Center. Pizza will be provided for all attendees. Registration is free for all UA students at http://upua.tix.com.
Join the African Students Association for a night of African film and food on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 8 p.m. in 1013 South Engineering Research Center. More information: Nneamaka S Enweani-Ndukwe at nenweani@crimson.ua.edu.
The Mallet Assembly and Honors College Assembly invite all students to come to the Ferguson Center ballroom from 6-9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, to watch the Crimson Tide football team take on the Tennessee Volunteers. Free refreshments will be provided. More information: Terrence Lonam at tlonam@gmail.com.
Alabama International Justice Mission invites students to participate in a discussion of world slavery. The discussion takes place Oct. 25 from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. in 300 Ferguson Center (Mortar Board Room). More information: Maggie Snead at masnead@crimson.ua.edu.
The Afro-American Gospel choir will hold its annual Unity Concert with the Auburn University Gospel Choir on Nov. 2 at 3 p.m. in the Ferguson Center ballroom.
ATHLETICS/RECREATION
Women’s club soccer is holding an indoor soccer tournament Nov. 23 at the Student Activity Center at Presidential Village. To register, send an email to rkwilliams1@crimson.ua.edu by Nov. 9. Each team must have at least two girls per team and no more than two club soccer members. Cost to enter is $30 per team, payable on the day of the tournament. More information: Riley Williams at rkwilliams1@crimson.ua.edu.
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