Accounting Club
The Accounting Club is a society dedicated to the preparation of future professional accountants. The University of West Alabama Accounting Club is actively involved in numerous College of Business activities as well as sponsoring a variety of professional, social, and fund-raising activities for its members. Frequently, speakers are invited to attend professional meetings to inform students of opportunities in accounting positions and to encourage the formation of networks among students and future employers. Opportunities within the field are highlighted with annual trips to visit manufacturing plants, Big Four accounting firms, and organizations representing segments of the accounting profession. These activities expose the students to the diversity of occupations encompassed within the world of professional accounting. The organization provides a mentoring program for Accounting I and II students. Membership is open to all majors. For additional information, please contact any of the co-advisors: Mitzi Green, Sharon Stipe, and Kristy Chapman.
Alpha Epsilon Delta
Alpha Epsilon Delta is the National Health Preprofessional Honor Society dedicated to the encouragement and recognition of excellence in preprofessional health scholarship, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary, and others. The Society welcomes ALL students engaged in the pursuit of a professional healthcare career. AED offers opportunities for intellectual and professional development, provides a forum for students with common interests, and extends a program of service to benefit the college/university community.
Alpha Epsilon Delta is affiliated with the American Association for the Advancement of Science and is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies.
Alpha Phi Omega
Alpha Phi Omega, a national, co-ed, service fraternity founded in 1925, sets the standard for college campus-based volunteerism. The purpose of this fraternity is to assemble college students in a national service fraternity in the fellowship of these principles; to develop leadership, to promote friendship and to provide service to humanity; and to further freedom that is our national, educational, and intellectual heritage. The Alpha Delta Pi Chapter on UWA's campus, chartered in the fall of 1996, is made of a diverse group of UWA students, including members of social Greek fraternities and sororities, academic honor societies, and other campus-based organizations.
UWA Ambassadors
The UWA Ambassadors are the official student public relations representatives for The University of West Alabama, serving as hosts and hostesses at important University events, participating as tour guides for the campus and representing the University at special community functions. Overall, the Ambassadors promote pride and communicate an increased understanding of the University. Additional information about this organization may be obtained from Blake Bedsole, 113 Brock Hall, 652-3780.
The UWA Band and Auxiliaries
The UWA Band is an organization open to all interested students who play an instrument, regardless of major. The UWA Band plays for home football and basketball games, campus activities, and two concerts each year, and performs a variety of types and styles of music from jazz charts, marching band arrangements, pep band arrangements, and concert band literature.
Students can participate for credit as an elective or for non-credit. Band scholarships are available by audition for qualified performers. Some school owned instruments are available for students who no longer own their own instrument or for specialized instruments which individuals do not usually own.
During the fall, there is a color guard that performs with the marching band. The guard has focused on work with flags. A featured twirler is used with the band as well. Students with ability or interest in these areas should contact the band director.
Full band meets Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. in #26 Pruitt Hall. New Members are welcome. We would love to find a way to get you involved. For more information contact Mr. Adam Anderson, Pruitt Hall, Room 21, 205-652-3598.
Black Student Association (BSA)
The Black Student Association (BSA) is a non-profit, social, pro-active and diverse organization that encourages student unity and pluralism among faculty, administration and the student body as a whole. It provides students with an opportunity to make an impact and positive change in every possible way. The BSA conducts community service projects, offers leadership roles within the association, and facilitates the improvement of black culture on campus.
Cheerleaders/Mascot
The UWA cheerleader/mascot program contributes to the development of school spirit by cheering at athletic events and supporting other school activities. A clinic and try-outs are held during spring semester for varsity tryouts. Cheerleaders selected during the spring will cheer the following year. Scholarships are available. For more information, contact Jason Gardner, Director of Student Activities, Student Union Building, Room 203C, 652-3624.
Campus Activities Board (CAB)
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is the major entertainment programming body at The University of West Alabama. It is a volunteer organization made up of students just like you! These student volunteers promote and produce a significant number of campus events throughout the academic year. Membership is open to any UWA student. As a member of CAB you will be heavily involved in planning and participating in exciting programs while meeting other students! In addition, CAB has the perfect mix of teamwork and individual growth. Getting involved with CAB can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your college career.
As current members can tell you, working with CAB is a great way to enhance skills such as marketing, communication, public relations, management, contracting and negotiating and budgeting - skills that will make you more marketable in the future during a job search! You can join a committee or develop your leadership ability by becoming a CAB director. Campus Activities Board members can expand and strengthen their leadership skills. The best part of the Campus Activities Board is that it's FLEXIBLE. We work around your schedule! Devote as much or as little time as you have.
Getting involved with the Campus Activities Board is simple. You can attend weekly CAB meetings and committee meetings, or stop by our office in the basement of the Student Union Building. We encourage all students to join a committee and to attend our events and activities throughout the year. We hope that you will consider being part of the Campus Activities Board! For more information, contact Jason Gardner, Director of Student Activities, at 652-3624.
Chi Alpha Sigma is a National College Athlete Honor Society dedicated to college athletes with high academic achievement, exemplary character, and positive attitude who have earned a letter(s) in their respective sport(s). Membership in chapters is an honor bestowed upon selected student-athletes. Selection for membership is by an athletic department designee in consultation with the individual's head coach and is based on outstanding scholarship, earned athletic letter, and excellent character and citizenship.
UWA Choir & UWA Singers
The purpose of the UWA Concert Choir is to expose and engage students in choral performance at the University. Students experience a unique diversity in choral music styles and genres. These UWA ambassadors present at least two concerts each year and are not limited to Liberal Arts students, but to all interested students regardless of major. The UWA Singers is a small ensemble, within the choir, who participate in additional functions, on and off campus, at the Director's discretion. This elite group, chosen by audition, performs an extensive array of musical styles such as pop, Broadway, rock, spiritual, and classical. The group also incorporates choreography, props, and costumes in their performances. The UWA Singers appear in concert with the Concert Choir and perform at additional events throughout the year. Scholarships are available for participants in both groups. For more details regarding auditions and membership, please contact Dr. Christopher Shet, Director of Choral Activities, at 652-5414.
Students in Free Enterprise is a non-profit organization which formulates and implements free-market educational programs on school campuses, in surrounding communities, and statewide. This organization consists of graduate and undergraduate students from all academic disciplines. The aim of this group is to educate students and the general public about current business and economic issues and the free enterprise system. For more information, contact Dr. Janie Gregg, Wallace Hall, Room 206B, 652-3716.
Exercise Science Club
The Exercise Science Club's mission is to promote a community based wellness program that encourages students, faculty and staff, and the surrounding community to engage in enjoyable exercise activities utilizing the resources of the University and the community. The club welcomes ALL students interested in helping other maintain a healthy lifestyle and having fun while doing so! Members are provided with opportunities to organize various events (Walk with Wednesday), participate in a wide array of physical challenges (Muddy Tiger Challenge), all while exploring the professional field of exercise science. For more information, contact James Robinson, PHD in Hughes Gym 125A, 205-652-3441.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
FCA is an organization composed of student-athletes and students with an interest in athletics. This organization is used for accountability and the outreach of the Gospel. FCA is a national organization on campuses across the United States. The mission statement is: "To present to athletes and coaches, and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the Church."
Intercollegiate Athletics
The University, as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, competes in the Gulf South Conference in varsity athletics for men in football, basketball, baseball, tennis and cross country. UWA sponsors a program of varsity athletics for women in volleyball, basketball, softball, tennis and cross country. In addition, the University sponsors Intercollegiate Rodeo, a coed sport, under the sanction of the NIRA.
Most varsity sports play and practice during the traditional school year. In addition, many UWA teams play nationally ranked teams in all sports, providing UWA fans and students with top-notch competition.
Whether you spend an autumn Saturday cheering in Tiger Stadium, whopping it up in Pruitt Hall on a chilly winter night, or relaxing on the hill on a spring afternoon or evening at Tartt Field-you will be entertained by the Tigers and the thrilling way they participate in all sports. They all play for you-and they all need your support. For more information contact Stan Williamson, Athletic Director, at 652-3784
Policy Notice: No outside drinks, beverages, or cups will be allowed in Pruitt Hall Gymnasium or Tiger Stadium for any Athletic events.
International Student Association
Organized for the purpose of promoting the establishment of a global village on campus, exchanging cultural values and ideas with American students, and serving as a support group for all internationals attending UWA. For more information, contact Ms. Mary Pagliero, Wallace Hall 107, 652-3765.
LEAD (Livingston Early Alumni Development)
Livingston Early Alumni Development (LEAD) develops and strengthens relationships between UWA students and the National Alumni Association. LEAD members serve as ambassadors for the NAA. They assist alumni chapters in planning and conducting events and fundraisers. LEAD members are also given unique opportunities to network with UWA alumni at events on campus and across the southeastern United States. For more information, contact TyAnne Stone at 652-3852.
The Leading Edge Institute (LEI)
The Leading Edge Institute (LEI) is an interactive, educational program that brings together college women to expose them to critical issues facing Alabama, to connect them with experienced leaders in the state, and to provide them with resources to use their newly developed leadership skills in service projects.
This program teaches, nurtures, and mentors our young women of Alabama. It empowers them to lead our state to a more equitable and prosperous future as they are helped to understand and take action on the issues they care about. Each year our university sponsors three deserving young women to participate. For more information, contact Ms. Pam Hall, LEI Advisor, at 652-3736.
UWA Mathematics Club
The UWA Mathematics Club is an organization for those individuals who are interested in mathematics and its applications. When the Mathematical Association of America asked colleges and universities world-wide to form student chapters, The University of West Alabama Mathematics Club was one of the first in the nation to respond, forming a Charter Chapter in 1990. This Student Chapter of the MAA still forms the backbone of The University of West Alabama Mathematics Club with most officers also being members of the Student Chapter.
Activities of the UWA Math Club include regular meetings every two weeks during the fall and spring semesters, socials, charity drives, helping other campus organizations with worthwhile projects, fund raising events, investing money to be used for future mathematics scholarships, contributing to the Killebrew Scholarship, inviting speakers to campus, traveling to other universities for presentations of student and faculty papers, hosting such events, and helping, both financially and physically, with the Annual UWA High School Mathematics Tournament.
The Miss UWA Pageant
The Miss University of West Alabama pageant is an official preliminary pageant for the Miss America Organization. The Miss UWA Pageant is held during Fall Semester of each year. The Miss UWA Preliminary Pageant is more than a "beauty pageant." It is a part of the Miss America Organization that provides millions of dollars in scholarship money to contestants throughout the United States. In addition to the scholarships, The Miss UWA Preliminary Pageant offers you the opportunity to sharpen qualities of character and talent that you can use for the rest of your life. The winner will represent the University of West Alabama at the Miss Alabama Pageant held in Birmingham, Alabama the first week of June. Scholarships are awarded to winners and alternates to help fund further education. For more information, contact the pageant Director at (652-5442).
muse (Student Newspaper)
muse serves as the latest iteration of UWA's student newspaper, a publication that began as early as 1897 under the banner The Well of Livingston. Initially "published semi-occasionally for the young ladies of the Alabama Normal College for Girls," The Well has been through as many changes as the University itself. By 1910, the student-run newspaper morphed into The Lights; Campus Lights and Livingston Life followed until the name was shortened to The Life in 1995 to reflect the university's name change to The University of West Alabama.
To remain relevant in an increasingly digital world of instant information, The Life was re-imagined as muse. In addition to a renewed focus on campus news, acitivites, and sports, muse now incorporates entertainment, arts, and music. As an additional result of the larger, 24-page format, muse more closely resembles a traditional, weekly, community newspaper, providing real-life work experience for students seeking an Intregrated Marketing Communications degree or journalism minor. muse staff members are paid for their contributions as they enhance their skills in writing, editing, photography, layout and design, advertising sales, accounting, staff management, and distribution.
To become part of the muse family, contact a staff member or the faculty advisor in Wallace Hall, room 108A.
UWA Clean Campus Program
The UWA Clean Campus Program is a portion of the statewide Alabama PALS (People Against A Littered State) Program. PALS is a non-profit anti-litter organization that promotes and monitors a number of anti-litter programs, such as Adopt-A-Mile, Adopt-A-Stream, Adopt-An-Area, the Clean Campus Program, the Alabama Coastal Cleanup, and Don't Drop It On Alabama Spring Cleanup. These programs utilize thousands of volunteers each year to keep Alabama clean.
The UWA Clean Campus Program is very active. Plans for this year include continuing to clean the areas the Clean Campus Program has adopted. These areas include a section of Ponkabia Creek, the duck pond, highway marker #15 to #16 on highway 28, and downtown Livingston.. The Clean Campus Program will also continue to promote All Campus Cleanups, the Don't Drop It On Alabama Spring Cleanup during Earth Week, and recycling by sponsoring contests such as the Mountain of Cans again this year.
The organization also involves itself with the beautification of the campus by planting trees and shrubs. The UWA Clean Campus Program plans to continue these valuable programs as well as add a few new ones. Through the programs efforts, they hope to raise awareness of how important the environment is to our campus and community.
For more information about the program, contact Sam Ledbetter at 499-2289.
Intramural and Recreational Sports
The Intramural and Recreational Sports Office provides a variety of extra-curricular activities and athletic events for UWA students.
The Intramural program provides organized recreational activities for both men and women. Regardless of your level of skill or ability, you can experience the thrill of athletic competition, vigorous exercise, companionship, and just plain fun! Over half of the student body participates in the intramural program, so don't get left out. The following intramural activities are offered at UWA: flag football, basketball, volleyball, softball, ping pong, tennis, golf, eight-ball, bowling, and many others.
For more information, contact Mr. Troy Maddox, Director of Intramural and Recreational Sports, at 652-3693.
Phi Boota Roota is a nationally recognized professional percussion fraternity whose purpose is to further the fraternal relationship amongst percussionists and to promote and teach the art of percussion here at UWA and throughout the community. For more information, contact Mr. Adam Anderson at 652-5412.
Religious Life
The University is independent and non-sectarian regarding religious beliefs and practices. If you would like to actively continue your religious affiliations in spiritual growth, there are several options offered you by the University. For more information regarding the religious organizations active on UWA's campus please refer to the "Information at a Glance " section of this handbook.
Residence Hall Association
The Residence Hall Association (RHA) is part of NACURH, one of the largest student organizations in the United States. Working directly with the Housing Office at UWA, RHA provides a venue for students to express concerns and give recommendations about policies that affect students living on campus. Leadership positions are abundant in the organization, ranging from executive board members to hall representatives. Participants will have the opportunity to attend regional and national conferences, plan large scale campus-wide programs, and create new initiatives that enhance the on-campus living experience at UWA. For more information please contact Jeremy Sheffield at Gilbert Hall (205-652-3787).
Sport Medicine Club
The Sports Medicine Club is a student organization that sponsors and creates activities designed to stimulate and promote healthcare education. Our goal is to provide all students from all programs, who are interested in the field of sports medicine, an opportunity to engage in a social atmosphere that encourages scholarly investigation, participation in community service and athletic events, and a passion for the field of sports medicine.
Student Nurses' Association
The Student Nurses' Association (SNA) fosters the growth of the student nurse within the profession and is dedicated to the improvement of health care delivery and nursing practice. Members promote public awareness and wellness through participation in a number of service activities. Annually, members have the opportunity to attend the State Nursing Students Convention which features national nurse leaders, NCLEX sessions and career opportunities.
Student Government Association
There will be times in your college career when you see the need for change or when you wish to speak your mind about certain policies affecting students. The principal avenue for your participation in University government is through the Student Government (SGA). The SGA meets weekly in the SUB Conference Room. Information regarding meeting time may be obtained from the Office of Student Life. The SGA maintains an office at the Student Union Building, top floor, Room #207, 652-3400, extension #3203.
Freshman senator elections will be held in the fall. The remaining senator and officer elections are conducted during the spring semester. If you are interested in running for office, please ask any SGA member or the Director of Student Life for campaign information.
Sucarnochee Review
The Sucarnochee Review is a creative-writing and art journal published by the UWA Department of Languages and Literature. Students serve as the staff members for the journal under a faculty advisor and faculty advisory board. Students are also encouraged to submit work to the journal for consideration.
Sumter County Fine Arts Council (SCFAC)
The Sumter County Fine Arts Council, in cooperation with the University, each year presents a variety of performances featuring nationally prominent artists and productions. There is no charge for UWA students (with a current student I.D.) to attend these events.
UWA Toastmasters Community Club
Toastmasters International helps men and women learn the arts of speaking, listening, and thinking: vital skills that promote self-actualization, enhance leadership potential, foster human understanding, and contribute to the betterment of mankind. Joining the UWA Toastmasters Community Club means participants will learn the value and significance of excellent communication skills and social networking while developing excellent leadership skills. Participants prepare and present speeches, organize and conduct meetings, hold officer positions, and learn teamwork. Participants also give and receive constructive feedback to help improve both their communication and leadership skills.
Today, there are over 12, 500 clubs with more than 260,000 members in 113 countries. There are approximately 63 clubs throughout Alabama and UWA is one of only 7 university clubs in the state. We invite you to attend a meeting to see our students in action.
The club meets every 2nd and 4th Monday of each month @ 5:00 p.m. in Wallace Hall, room 201. To more effectively serve our students and community the UWA Toastmasters Community Club also meet bi-monthly at the Demopolis Higher Education Center during the months of May, June and July.
For additional information contact club advisors: Ms. Aliquippa Allen @ 205-652-3564 or Dr. Janie Gregg @ 205-652-3716.
University Theater
Mission Statement:
The University of West Alabama Theatre program provides students with the knowledge and technical skill needed to become active theatre practitioners as well as engaged audience members. Through the production of new theatrical works and the re-imagining of classical texts, the Theatre program creates a forum for students, faculty and members of the Livingston community to investigate the human condition.
UWA Theatre presents at least two full-length plays each year and is open to all students with an interest in acting, scenery, lighting, makeup, etc. Full-time students may earn academic credit for effective participation in UWA Theatre as well as qualify for membership in Alpha Psi Omega, National Dramatics Honor Fraternity. In addition, students may also choose to minor in Theatre, or become a Fine Arts Interdisciplinary Arts Major.
Last year's UWA Theatre Season included: EURYDICE and SPOOKY DOG AND THE TEENAGE GANG MYSERIES. Previous seasons have included: PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE, A NUMBER, GODSPELL, AMOST MAINE, THE EXONERATED, INTIMATE APPAREL, ALL IN THE TIMING, TWELFTH NIGHT, OR WHAT YOU WILL, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, OKLAHOMA!, CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, ANTIGONE, DRACULA, VANITIES, AGNES OF GOD, ODD COUPLE, EXTREMITIES, A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, THE ELEPHANT MAN, HARVEY, ZOOMAN AND THE SIGN, MIRACLE WORKER, CRIMES OF THE HEART, and AFTER THE RAIN.
For more information please contact Mr. Arthur Grothe, agrothe@uwa.edu or 205-652-3633.
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