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President Ray Watts will review the past year’s accomplishments and discuss progress on the Campus Master Plan at the Hill Student Center.
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UAB’s State of the University Address offers a chance to hear President Ray Watts assess the university’s recent work and consider what comes next. The presentation is scheduled for November 17, 2026, in Birmingham.
Watts is scheduled to discuss accomplishments from the past year, including continued progress on the Campus Master Plan, as well as key initiatives and future opportunities. The announcement does not name the individual projects or initiatives he will address.
For context, the Office of the President identifies student success, community well-being, research impact and technology innovation among its broader strategic priorities. It also describes Forging Ahead as UAB’s current five-year strategic plan. Those priorities help frame the university’s work, although they are not a confirmed list of topics for this address.
Further reading: State of the University Address - The University of Alabama at Birmingham ↗ · Home | Office of the President ↗
UAB identifies current students and faculty and staff as the intended audience. Admission, registration and public attendance are not specified; contact the Office of the President at 205-934-4636 or [email protected] before making plans.
State of the University Address - The University of Alabama at Birmingham ↗ · Home | Office of the President ↗
The address is in Alumni Theatre at Hill Student Center, 1400 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35233. The event’s map links can calculate transit, driving or walking directions from your starting point. For help locating the theater, call the student center information desk at 205-934-8000.
UAB says its Blazer Express provides free transportation around campus and the medical district to riders with a valid One Card or visitor badge. Check the transportation information for routes and service relevant to your trip.
State of the University Address - The University of Alabama at Birmingham ↗ · Home | Student Affairs - Hill Student Center ↗ · Map - The University of Alabama at Birmingham ↗
It is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to noon CST in Alumni Theatre at the Hill Student Center.
State of the University Address - The University of Alabama at Birmingham ↗
UAB lists current students and faculty and staff as target audiences but does not specify public attendance. Ask the Office of the President before making plans.
State of the University Address - The University of Alabama at Birmingham ↗ · Home | Office of the President ↗
Registration requirements are not stated. Contact the Office of the President at 205-934-4636 or [email protected] to check.
State of the University Address - The University of Alabama at Birmingham ↗ · Home | Office of the President ↗
1400 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35233
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