Stories


2025 Exemplo Awards

Student Engagement in Student Life supports student growth through six departments: CSL, The Student Center, Student Involvement, SGA, UP, and the Blackburn Institute. On April 8, 2025, the Exemplo Capstone Awards (formerly Service and Leadership Awards) recognized individuals and groups for their outstanding contributions in five categories: Building Community, Experiential Learning and Leadership, Growth and…


From Home to Housing: Siblings Build Communities as RAs

In honor of National Sibling Day, we are shining a spotlight on sibling pairs who are making a difference as resident advisors on our campus. These dynamic duos work side by side to create communities for students living on campus.


Text UACT: A New Anonymous Reporting System

UA Student Life has introduced Text UAct, a confidential system allowing students to anonymously report concerns like hazing or misconduct via text. Powered by Real Response, it offers a simple, accessible way to report. The service ensures anonymity, with a UA staff member following up without seeing the reporter’s phone number.


Thanks for Tuning In: Let’s Talk Mental Health!

The Division of Student Life is supporting students through podcasts focused on mental health and overall well-being. Podcasts like The Bama Balance, Fit2BTide and Brain Matters provide valuable resources, expert advice and personal stories to help students thrive throughout their college experience.


A Love Story Set in Stone at the Crimson Promenade

A special evening at The University of Alabama’s Crimson Promenade became the setting for a life-changing moment for Crystal and Jeff Nichols. It turned into a memory they would always cherish, tied to the place where their journey together began.


Care Across the Capstone: Embedded Therapists at UA

The University of Alabama’s Counseling Center is enhancing access to mental health support by embedding therapists across campus in six departments. This initiative aims to reduce barriers to care and provide personalized services to students, addressing the unique challenges they face in different academic areas. The therapists offer same-day appointments, individual therapy, and workshops to…


Six Tips for a Safe New Year’s Eve

Heading out for New Year’s Eve? Brendan Roszman, Health Promotion Specialist with the Department of Health Promotion and Wellness, offers essential tips to keep you safe while celebrating and welcoming the new year!


Easy Holiday Recipes for Students

As the holiday season approaches, Sheena Gregg from the Department of Health Promotion and Wellness shares a selection of recipes that students can try making during their break. These fun and easy cooking projects are perfect for enjoying at home with family and friends.


Capstone Creed Feedback

The Capstone Creed reflects our shared values at The University of Alabama. To align the Capstone Creed with state law and to maintain its representation of our core values as a University community, a group of students has suggested edits and is seeking feedback on the proposed revision. Current Creed As a member of The University of Alabama…