Spring 2012 USGA Election Results
Posted on 22. Feb, 2012 in Inside UAB, News
President: run-off
Katie Crawford
Sope Oguntuvo
USGA presidential candidates square off
Posted on 20. Feb, 2012 in News
UAB held its first presidential-style debate as six candidates attempted to prove that they should be the future President of the Undergraduate Student Government Association.
The debate was conducted by two moderators: Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Dr. David Morrow, and Mr. UAB, Mallick Hossain. Questions were presented to candidates and they were each allotted one minute for their initial response. Following all candidate responses, an optional thirty seco… Read More
Rec Center outsourced; Workers fired
Posted on 20. Feb, 2012 in News
The UAB Recreation Center will transition to new management within the next month, and they would rather you not know about it.
“The primary goal is that students should not realize that a change has occurred. If they do realize it, we want them to notice the improvements,” says Senior Assistant Director, Bill Pierce.
According to Pierce, the Rec Center will be managed through a company called ‘Centers’.
“Centers doesn’t want to brand the Rec Center with its log… Read More
In a state of Artopia
Posted on 20. Feb, 2012 in News
The 2nd Annual Artopia: The State of the Art event will bring the ultimate art and entertainment experience to downtown Birmingham on Friday, Feb. 24 from 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. at the M Lounge, 2209 1st Ave North.
A free reception will be held from 7-9 p.m. After 9:00, a $10 cover, $5 for 21+, includes entry to the exhibition featuring over 25 artists, hookah catering by Crowne Hookah, sponsoring by Good People Brewing Co., and live music by D.J. Jimi Fritz, Organic Earthbound, an… Read More
1500s inspiration showcased at Five Points Renaissance Records
Posted on 16. Feb, 2012 in News
Renaissance Records, a 16th century-inspired record shop in historic Five Points South, is more than just a record exchange or entertainment rummage; it’s a creative hideaway and a place where the Birmingham community can come together discovering new and old music, books, and movies.
Renaissance Records has been around since 2003. Though, Gary Bourgeois, an English professor at Miles College and the owner of Renaissance Records, has been selling records since 1977… Read More
Powell to focus on new students, housing
Posted on 15. Feb, 2012 in Inside UAB, News
Joshua Powell is focused on making UAB feel like home.
“We need to push for new housing whether we get a stadium in the next few years or not. Atop that we need to have more control in the housing to encourage that the contracts, rules, and regulations are appropriate and increase demand rather than drive it away,” said Powell.
Powell has served the USGA as Vice President of Finance for the International Business Association and understands the difficulties and nuances o… Read More
Candidate Kenneth Sutton dreams big
Posted on 15. Feb, 2012 in Inside UAB, News
Sophomore Kenneth Sutton may be a dreamer, but he says he admires those who chase their dreams.
A native of Birmingham’s Smithfield Neighborhood and a 2010 graduate of Parker High School, Sutton smiles when he speaks of his dreams for his 2012 USGA presidential bid.
“I want to change the reimbursement system within the USGA,” said Sutton.
Sutton said it would be a positive to allow advances in funding for clubs and organizations that are not as financially sound.
Under… Read More
Candidate Adrian Jones wants to make you proud to be a Blazer
Posted on 15. Feb, 2012 in Inside UAB, News
“I am running for USGA President because I care about my university, and I want every blazer to feel the same,” said Jones, a senator for the College of Arts and Sciences and a member of the services committee. “I have had the opportunity to pass key legislation and meet with important administrators on issues concerning UAB and the Birmingham community,” he added.
Jones’ primary goal, if elected, is “to put the power back into the student body,” To that end… Read More
Her Campus offers ‘5-minute escape’
Posted on 15. Feb, 2012 in News
Her Campus offers ‘5-minute escape’
The dream of three former Harvard students has made its way to UAB.
HerCampus, an online magazine targeted at the college demographic, was started by Stephanie Kaplan, Windsor Hanger and Annie Wang and
launched in September of 2009.
The Her Campus website quickly expanded to other universities, and in the fall of 2010 Her Campus UAB … Read Morewas born.
Junior Jamie Ritter, UAB’s Her Campus Correspondent, manages a team made up of herself, Ka
22nd Annual Camille Armstrong Memorial Scholarship Stepshow wows audience
Posted on 14. Feb, 2012 in News
On Saturday, February 11, UAB students participated in the ‘Back to the Beginning’ 22nd Annual Camille Armstrong Memorial Scholarship Stepshow at Bartow Arena…. Read More
Blazer Territory — Home Sports
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GreenMail News Highlights
- February 22, 2012 Edition February 22, 2012Headlines: Last day to vote in 2012 student government race • Honors senior is UAB’s 11th Teach for America selection • USGA wants you on the bus for Higher Ed Day • Engineering to show off 200,000x microscope, 3-D lab Feb. 26 • Communication helps SON improve learning, outcomes • Capitol Steps to support WBHM’s capital campaign • Health Professions' El […]