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UPCOMING EVENTS
| 10/25 - Introduction to Floral Design (Discovery Series), Ferguson Game Room, 5 to 7 pm
10/26 - Social Networking (Discovery Series) Lloyd Auditorium 1st floor, 7 to 9 pm
10/26 - Beginning Guitar (Discovery Series) Ferguson Center 204A 5:30 to 6:30 pm
11/1 - Hunger Banquet
Burke Dining Hall, 6:30 pm (free and open to all students; reserve a spot by emailing hungerbanquetrsvp@ gmail.com)
11/2 - Tournament Night: NCAA Football Game Night, Ferguson Game Room, 7pm
11/3 - Panel Discussion on the Early Days of UA's Desegregation, Ferguson Center Ballroom, 9 am (Free tickets available at crimsonartstickets.com)
11/4 - Hot Topics Discussion, Ferg TV Lounge 2nd Floor, 7 pm
11/5 - Pool Tournament, Ferguson Game Room, 1:30 to 3:30 pm (Sign up in game room the week of Nov. 1)
11/13 - Rising Tide Student Tailgate, Alabama vs. Mississippi State,, On the Quad across from Carmichael Hall, TIme TBA
11/16 - So You Think You Are A Comedian, Ferguson Theater, 7pm (Deadline to sign up is Nov. 12. Email sytyac2010@gmail.com)
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FERGUSON ART GALLERY
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Current Exhibit:
INVASION: Representations of Cancer: Combining Medical and Military Metaphors
OPEN DAILY, Oct. 5 - 29
7 am - 10 pm
Upcoming Exhibit: POISE featuring sculptures by Jason Doblin
OPEN DAILY, Nov. 4 - 28
7 am - 10 pm
OPENING RECEPTION
Nov. 5
6 - 8 pm
For more information or to schedule an exhibit, contact Wesley Rorex, Art Gallery Coordinator, at fergartgallery@sa.ua.edu
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DISCOVERY SERIES
Find Your Talent. Discover Your Passion.
The Discovery Series offers fun, non-credit courses to students, faculty, staff and the Tuscaloosa community.
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REMINDER
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SWEET HOME STUDENT UNION
ACUI Region 6 Conference at the Ferg Oct. 22 - 24
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Faces of the Ferg Xin Chang
Programming Assistant, Ferguson Center
Hometown: ShenYang, China Major: Accounting
All the way from China, Xin recently celebrated her one-year anniversary at the Ferguson Center Student Union. Every semester, Xin works hard to help coordinate exciting Ferguson Center events. Bringing her international experience to The Ferg, Xin plans monthly events for UA's international students, ranging from themed movie nights to game nights.
"We hope these events will help all international groups work together and learn about one another's cultures," Xin said.
An aspiring accountant, Xin feels that her experience at The Ferg is allowing
her the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to reach her career goals.
Following her time at UA, Xin hopes to pursue graduate studies in the U.S. But most importantly, Xin enjoys the friendships she continues to develop with her fellow staff.
"I like the people here, all of the student staff," Xin said. "They're so friendly, and I feel very comfortable here. Everyone is always smiling."
Along with organizing events at The Ferg, Xin is an active member of the Chinese Culture Club as well as an officer of the Chinese Association at UA. When Xin is not helping her fellow UA students at the Ferguson Center, you can often find her enjoying her favorite sports at the tennis courts or the pool.
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Panel Discussion on the Early Days of UA's Desegregation
Panelists include Autherine Lucy Foster and James Hood
First African-Americans to enroll at UA
November 3 at 9:00 a.m. in the Ferguson Center Ballroom
Students, faculty and staff are invited to attend a panel discussion about the events leading to the desegregation of The University of Alabama. Autherine Lucy Foster, Vivian Malone Jones and James Hood are three brave individuals who took a stand for change at a crucial time in the history of UA. Their courageous strides in 1956 and 1963 marked the beginning of UA's steady progress toward the inclusive and diverse campus we celebrate today. Mrs. Foster, Mr. Hood and a family member of the late Vivian Malone Jones will participate in a panel discussion about UA's early movement toward desegregation Nov. 3 at 9 a.m. in the Ferguson Center Ballroom. The moderator will be Dr. E. Culpepper Clark, former dean of the College of Communication and Information Sciences and author of the book The Schoolhouse Door: Segregation's Last Stand at The University of Alabama.Any student can submit questions prior to the event that may be included in the panel discussion. Email questions to kknox-hall@sa.ua.edu by Monday, Nov. 1. Free tickets are available online at Crimson Arts Tickets.  | | James Hood |
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Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to Speak and Sign Books at UA
Nov. 4 in the Ferguson Theater & Foster Auditorium Lobby Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will speak and sign books at The University of Alabama on Nov. 4. Rice's campus visit, hosted by UA's Blackburn Institute, will focus on her new book, Extraordinary, Ordinary People: A Memoir of Family. Rice will participate in a conversation with the UA and Stillman College communities in the Ferguson Center Theater from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. She will deliver remarks relating to her book and then participate in a moderated question and answer session. The event will be first come first served for UA and Stillman College students, faculty and staff. Doors will open at 9:45 a.m.From 1 to 2:30 p.m., Rice will sign copies of her new book in the newly renovated lobby of Foster Auditorium. The book signing will be open to the public. Patrons wishing to have books signed must purchase their books at the event for the cost of $27.
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Hunger The Experience
Reserve a spot at the Hunger Banquet
Nov. 1 at 6:30 p.m. in Burke Dining Hall
Did you know that every 3.6 seconds, a person dies from starvation? Learn more about hunger around the world by emailing hungerbanquetrsvp@gmail.com to reserve your spot at the Hunger Banquet today! All participants will receive free food.
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Community Service Center Announces
Beat Auburn Beat Hunger Food Drive
Oct. 11 to Nov. 22
During the six weeks leading up to the Iron Bowl, The University of Alabama and the West Alabama Food Bank challenge Auburn University and the Food Bank of East Alabama to see who can collect more non-perishable food to help needy Alabama families. Since the drive began in 1994, the two schools have combined to collect nearly 2.5 million pounds of food.
The Community Service Center will be collecting nonperishable food items, as well as monetary donations. A $10 donation can also be made by texting "BAMA" to 27722 and replying "Yes." Collection barrels will be placed at various locations both on and off campus. Donations will also be accepted at the Community Service Center, located at 346 Ferguson Center, and online at http://beatauburnbeathunger.ua.edu.
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UA Student Affairs Warner O. Moore Hall of Fame
Ribbon Cutting Event Held Sept. 30
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(Above): Dr. Judy Bonner cuts the ribbon to the newly renovated Warner O. Moore Hall of Fame
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The Student Affairs Hall of Fame inaugural induction ceremony was held recently with three distinguished individuals recognized for their commitment to the University. Inducted into the UA Student Affairs Warner O. Moore Hall of Fame were Dr. John L. Blackburn, Sarah Healy Fenton and Melford E. Espey Jr.
The third floor of the Ferguson Center and the Hall of Fame recently received an update that included new paint, flooring, ceilings and displays. Portraits and plaques showcase student, faculty and alumni award recipients. We hope you will visit the Hall of Fame soon to view all of the wonderful upgrades.
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SUBMIT NEWS AND QUESTIONS:
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Kristen Robinson, Marketing Coordinator
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