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UA SGA Leaders Present at Prestigious NASPA Strategies Conference

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama Student Government Association (SGA) proudly announces that President Samad Gillani and Vice President for Belonging and Wellness Aubrei Grisaffe presented at the NASPA Strategies Conference earlier this month. Accompanying them in the presentation was Dr. Ruperto Perez, Vice President for Student Health and Wellbeing and his team members,…


The University of Alabama SGA Launches Green Week: January 27-31

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama Student Government Association (SGA) is excited to host the annual Green Week, a week-long series of events aimed at promoting sustainability and environmental awareness on campus. Organized by Maggie Duncan, Director of SGA Environmental Affairs, Green Week will run from Monday, January 27 through Friday, January 31 and…


SGA Announces “Look Up, Legends!” Initiative

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama’s Student Government Association (SGA)is proud to announce the launch of the “Look Up, Legends!” initiative. This initiative is aproactive step towards increasing pedestrian safety across campus. Written by Senator HaileyAdams, sponsored by Speaker of the Senate Chloe Pickle, and endorsed by the 113th PresidentialAdministration Council, this program aims…


SGA Hosts Student Success Week

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama Student Government Association (SGA) ishosting a Student Success week, January 14-15. These initiatives aim to highlight the importanceof academic engagement and offer students opportunities to connect with faculty and honorsorganizations across campus. Two events will take place during Student Success Week: SGA is hosting the university’s first-ever faculty…


UA SGA Hosts Wellness Week

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama Student Government Association is hostingWellness Week, a week-long initiative dedicated to promoting student health and well-beingduring dead week. Wellness will feature events and resources to support students mental,physical, and emotional health. Throughout the week, students are invited to participate in a variety of events aimed atpromoting a culture…


Alabama And Auburn Students Celebrate Unity and Collaboration at Better Relations Day

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama hosted Auburn University for the annual Better Relations Day, a longstanding tradition celebrating the partnership between the state’s flagship universities. Held on Monday, Nov. 18, the event welcomed students, administrators, and community leaders to connect with one another, foster collaboration, and strengthen the unity between Alabama’s academic communities.…


Black Student Union and UA Student Government Association Host the Annual Toy Ball

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama Student Government Association (SGA)and Black Student Union (BSU) hosted the 2024 annual Toy Ball on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Held at The Capstone Hotel, the event was overwhelmingly successful, bringing together students, faculty, staff, and community members to celebrate the season of giving while supporting local children in…


UA Student Government Association Hosts Off Campus Job Fair

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA – The University of Alabama Student Government Association(SGA) is hosting an Off-Campus Job fair on Wednesday, Nov. 20, inviting businesses fromacross the Tuscaloosa community to connect with students and share information about part-timejob opportunities. The Off-Campus job fair will be held in the second floor of the Student Center from 10 a.m.from 2…


Third Annual Battle of the Bands Crowns Elbow Joint as 2024 Student-Voted Winner

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The University of Alabama Student Government Association and TheAlabama Interfraternity Council hosted the Third Annual Battle of the Bands at Druid CityMusic Hall on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Four student bands competed for the title, withElbow Joint championed as the crowd-voted top band. The event showcased the talent of student musicians including…


UA SGA Elections Board announces Unofficial November 2024 special election results

Tuscaloosa, Ala., Nov. 15, 2024 — The University Alabama Student Government Association (SGA) Elections Board has announced the unofficial results of the November 2024 SGA special election. In the November 2024 special elections announcement, the elections board released information on the one Graduate School and one Law School seat open in the 29th Senate. The…