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Jamie’s story is a reminder of how visibility, community, and support can make a difference in a students journey to graduation.

Read the full story on BuzzFeed:
https://www.buzzfeed.com/beccamonaghan/olivia-rodrigo-fan-tuition-college-tiktok

#oliviarodrigo #firstgenincollege #firstgenvoices

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2027 A-Team LOADING...👀

Apply at fye.ua.edu/ateam

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Can’t believe we’re already a week away from our Fall 2026 Career Fair!

Sign up today in Handshake to save your spot, and stay tuned this week for all the tips and tricks to make sure you’re prepared to impress your future employer!

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We’re still thinking about how much fun we had at Welcome Home Block Party! Whether you connected with new friends, learned about campus resources, made a pennant to hang in your dorm, or attended a workshop, we are so glad you took your first step to finding your place at UA with us. Stay tuned for more fun events throughout the year!

We want to extend a special thank you to all the campus and community partners who helped make this event a success, including: @volunteerbama @wellnessatua @uahousing @eatmybeats_tuscaloosa @domiempanadasbhm @funfactorytuscaloosa A staff member places a wristband on a student at the check-in table

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🐘Come check out UA First Friday! Every 1st and 3rd Friday of every month in Russell Hall 323!📍

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Kick off your UA journey at UA First Friday on August 21 from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. in 300 Russell Hall. Enjoy free Mellow Mushroom pizza* while connecting with the First Year Navigators. These student leaders are here to answer questions and help you get your semester off to a great start. Stop by, grab lunch, and start mapping out your success at UA! *While supplies last. UA First Friday: Start Here! Friday, August 21, 12-2 PM, 300 Russell Hall. Free food, activities, and community to start your year off right. Food while supplies last.

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You are invited to our Welcome Home Block Party! Join us on Tuesday, August 18th from 1-4 P.M. at the UA Student Center Lawn for food, games, music, resources, and more! Click the link in the bio to learn more about the time specific experiences!

#CenterforServiceandLeadership #UAFirst #VoluneerBama #BlockParty #Fun

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Need a finals week pick-me-up? Stop by the UA First office at Russell Hall 302 to grab some snacks for the rest of your week!

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🥇 Ready to go for gold?
FYE Friday is back with an Olympic twist! Join us next Friday for an afternoon of games, crafts, and food while you connect with other first-year students and the UA First community!

📍 323 Russell Hall
🗓 February 20
⏰ 12:00-2:00 PM

Bring a friend and stop by between classes, we’ll see you there!

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FYE Friday: New Year, New “U”(A) 🎉

Join us next Friday, January 16th to start off your second semester strong with Panera breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and hot chocolate! ☕

✅ New Year goal setting
✅ Campus bucket list fun
✅ Mindfulness crafts

📅 Friday, Jan. 16
📍 300 Russell Hall
🕛 12:00–2:00 PM

Start the year with good vibes, friends, and fresh goals! 💪

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Our Crimson Scholars kicked off the semester with a welcome meeting and a special guest visit! We’re excited to watch this group grow, lead, and thrive throughout the semester! 🐘

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Happy first day of class from UA First! 🎉

Here’s to a fresh start, new goals, and a strong semester ahead!

We can’t wait to see you at a UA First event this spring! 🐘

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