2024-2025 Tiger Paw Student Handbook 
    
    Nov 07, 2024  
2024-2025 Tiger Paw Student Handbook

Chapter III: Student Resources


Student Resources


The University has a multitude of resources available to foster the success of its students. The following links identify some of the more frequently used resources, but additional resources may also be available. If you have questions or need assistance with a particular area, please contact the Office of the Dean of Students.


Tiger Hub

Your hub for all things UWA. The UWA TigerHub portal provides access to Self Service, Blackboard, your email, campus resources, announcements, and more!

Academic Support

We are committed to assisting limited-income, first-generation, and disabled college students in their educational journey through student support programs like TRIO SSS (Student Support Services) Scholars. For those who don't qualify, we offer an alternative academic assistance program called UWA Cares. This program provides tutoring, printing services, monitored study halls and other valuable resources to support your academic success. Students also have access to our on campus Writing Center and Math Lab which provide an extensive array of tutoring services.

Advising

The University of West Alabama advising takes a holistic approach to the development of the student through a mutual academic relationship between the advisor and the student, which includes academic advising, career exploration and identification of campus and community resources.

Covered Course Materials

This course materials rental program provides access to all course materials without the need to shop around before the first day of class. Enrollment in this program is automatic for eligible students at $24 per credit hour per semester/term.

Career Services

As you progress at UWA, Career Services is here to help you for free on your path to a rewarding career. We post job openings, host career fairs, and offer mock interviews. Our goal is to assist both on campus and virtually by providing opportunities to connect with employers for internships, job shadowing, and employment. We offer guidance on resume writing, social media networking, and workplace professionalism. Let our TIGERCareer Team help you succeed-we work for you!

Student Advocacy

Student Advocacy helps students solve college-related issues with personalized support. If you can't resolve a problem on campus, reach out to us. We also assist students with documented disabilities seeking accommodations. To request accommodations, contact the ADA Coordinator, complete the necessary forms, and provide current documentation.

UWA Health Services

University Medical Center Livingston, offers direct, basic health care for UWA undergraduate students, faculty, and staff.

Behavioral Health Services

Behavioral Health Services at UWA provides referrals to mental health providers, counselors, and/or therapists and training and workshops centered around mental health, setting boundaries, managing social anxiety, dealing with intense emotions, and various forms of abuse.

Tiger Card

Tiger Card (UWA ID card) provides convenient access to various campus services for students, faculty and staff like the Young Hall Cafeteria (for those with valid meal plans), printing and copying services at the Library, Starbucks, Subway, our University Cinema and more.

One Stop

Our One Stop dedicated team is available to assist with many student issues, ensuring a smooth learning experience. You'll find financial aid, billing, and student technical assistance here.