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"There is nothing wrong with change, if it's in the right direction." -Winston Churchill 
University Union
Issue 9 August 2009
The University Union
The start of the 2009-2010 school year brings a new name to the Ferguson Center Student Union - University Union. The new name is intended to differentiate the Union from the Ferguson Center building.
 
The University Union is a department that serves students. As the center of community life, the University Union offers programming that complements the academic experience.

As the year progresses, look for events and programming put on by the University Union. The Union is here to cultivate community, so make sure and utilize the resources available to ensure a rich college experience.
 
Alethea Raby Faces of the Ferg
Alethea Raby - Event Assistant
Hometown: Birmingham, AL
Major: Restaurant, Hotel, & Meetings Management/ Culinary Arts 
 
Alethea graduated in May 2009 and began graduate school this fall. She will pursue a Masters in RHM while also obtaining a culinary arts degree. Alethea has worked in the Ferg for 1 1/2 years. She enjoys the flexibility and great experience she has gained while working at the Ferg. She's also learned how to multi-task well and be very productive with her time.
TBS bandFall Concert Event
Don't miss Taking Back Sunday and Carolina Liar in concert at Coleman Coliseum on Friday, September 18, 2009. The concert begins at 8:00 p.m., and doors open at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at www.crimsonartstickets.com.
 
                        www.carolinaliar.com  
 
Union Managers New Union Managers
Congratulations and welcome to the new Union Managers! We look forward to a great year!
 
Pictured (left to right): Abe Boykins, Ty Brackin, Jeremiah Phillips, Jaimie Lightsey, Tyler House
Not pictured: Robyn Gilstrap 
Discovery Series  
Find your talent. Discover your ability.
 
The fall class selection for the Discovery Series will include beginner crochet, beginner guitar, wedding planning, multiple dance classes, and a leadership series.
 
Dates to remember
Leadership Series
- Event Planning & Project Management - September 15
- Communication & Motivation - September 22  
- Time Management for Leaders - September 29
 
Dance Series
- Beginning Foxtrot - September 27

For more information, visit www.ferguson.ua.edu/discoverynew.html.

Hydration Station New Water Filtration System
UA has new water filtration systems in the Ferg. The Hydration Station offers users a touch-free hygienic alternative to bottled water and other less healthy soft drinks. Before water reaches the Hydration Station nozzle, it runs through a NSF-certified filter to remove sediment, chlorine taste, and odor. To use, simply place a bottle or glass under the nozzle. The sensor-operated Hydration Station does the rest.
 
Come check out the new Hydration Stations in the Ferg on the second floor by the elevators and in the south west hall (between the Dean of Students and SGA offices) by the Pepsi machines.
August Art Gallery
The Ferguson Art Gallery will feature "A Bullhorn Circus" by Joshua Camp August 9-28, 2009. The gallery is open daily from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The closing reception will be Friday, August, 28 at 5:00 p.m.
Upcoming Events
Student Involvement Week, August 24-28
Aug. 24: Get Involved, Get Paid, 11-Noon; 2-3 p.m. (336 Ferg)
             Work Study Fair, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Ferg Ballroom)
             Get to know your SGA, 4:00-5:00 p.m. (360 Ferg)
             Discover RHA, 5:00 p.m. (Ferg Food Court)
             Know the Code, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. (2nd floor Ferg)
Aug. 25: Get Involved, Get Creative 6:00 p.m.-dark (Maxwell Hall)
             Screening of "Up," 8:00 p.m. (Lawn, Student Media Bldg)
Aug. 26: Get on Board Day, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (Ferg Plaza)
Aug. 27: Get Involved, Get Global, 11:30-1:30 p.m. (Crossroads)
             Dessert and Dialogue, 1:30-3:00 p.m. (Crossroads)
             Clean up Campus, 3:00 p.m. (Crossroads)
             Women's Rowing Interest Mtg., 7:30 p.m. (247 Bryant)
Aug. 28: Pre-Season Tailgate Party, 4:00-7:00 p.m. (Rec Fields)
 
Ferguson Art Gallery
Aug. 28: Closing Reception of "A Bullhorn Circus," 5:00 p.m.
Contact Information
Assistant Director, Ferguson Operations
Kelli Knox-Hall
In This Issue
The University Union
Faces of the Ferg
Fall Concert Event
New Union Managers
Discovery Series
New Water Filtration System
August Art Gallery