Meet the friendly folks who will help guide you through your introduction to UAB.
Lacie Sullivan
Orientation Leader Coordinator
Hueytown, AL
The Ultimate UAB Performer! Lacie has gotten to perform at Protective Stadium for UAB's football team and at the BJCC for the Birmingham Squadron! Her favorite thing about UAB is the sense of community that it has. You can find many places that you enjoy and feel like home to you!
Vincent Tenchavez
Orientation Leader Coordinator
Albertville, AL
He shoots! He scores! Vincent has gotten the chance to shoot on the UAB basketball court during a time out of a home game. His favorite thing about UAB is that he gets into all the athletic events for free with his ONE card.
Tez Williams
Orientation Leader Coordinator
Ashville, AL
THUNDER! Tez has memorized the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Thunderstruck choreography! His favorite thing about UAB is the Department of Theatre. It is such a gift to be able to have a space, he can grow and flourish his artistry without any fear.
Brayan Castro
Albertville, AL
Blue 42, Blue 42, set, HUT!!! Brayan played in the oldest high school football rivalry game in the state of Alabama and was coached by an NFL quarterback. Future so blazing, that even Blaze the dragon needs shades. His favorite thing about UAB is the endless opportunities it has for its students to grow and further their education.
Zahkiyla Cook
Ashville, AL
Are we there yet? Zahkiyla loves to drive. 2 hour+ drives are her favorite! Her favorite thing about UAB is how environmentally-friendly it is. There are water bottle refill stations in every building, so that she can fill her many water bottles.
Luz Cruz- Carillo
Huntsville, AL
Say the name, SEVENTEEN! Luz is always chasing the next concert. She has seen Seventeen live twice and even got noticed by the group! Luz's favorite thing about UAB is the lively social scene that makes it easy to unwind after a long day. Whether it’s grabbing late-night bites at a local spot, enjoying live music, or just exploring the city lights with friends, there’s always something exciting to do.
Jordyn Eldridge
Chelsea, AL
Shop local, shine global! Jordyn loves creating fun crafts for both her and her friends. She has found two local craft shops to support local businesses and get the supplies she needs! Her favorite thing about UAB is the opportunity to meet so many people. It makes her eager to explore new places and go to local events to get introduced to new people!
Dillon Jackson
Huntsville, AL
All Hail, The Prom Royal! Dillon was nominated for prom prince his junior year and prom king his senior year. His favorite thing about UAB is the opportunity to get involved any and everywhere! You’ll see him involved in multiple clubs and organizations across campus.
John Kicklighter
Huntsville, AL
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No seriously, it’s John in a plane. John has piloted a plane before, flying over his hometown and the countryside around it. His favorite thing about UAB are the friends that he has been able to make at the university.
Sofie Latorre
Auburn, AL
Under the Sea! Sofie is a certified scuba diver and loves to go diving along the Florida Reef! Her favorite thing about UAB is all of the common areas across campus! Whether it be Sterne Library, the Hill Center, or the Campus Green, there are always nice spots to study and hang out with friends.
Marlene Lopez Franco
Kilpatrick, AL
Get her on Hot Ones now! Marlene can’t eat a meal without hot sauce. Her favorite thing about UAB is the environmental diversity, from the city to the hiking trails of the surrounding area.
Julia Lucas
Lipscomb, AL
Shop til’ she drops! Julia loves to shop and find a good deal! Her favorite thing about UAB is all the food options. You can get anything you think of on campus or within a 10-minute walk.
Nihal Mitha
Marietta, GA
Ready, Set, Match! Nihal loves playing pickleball and he's been playing tennis his whole life, but moved to pickleball over the summer and loved it so much he stuck with it. His favorite thing about UAB is that there are so many amazing food spots around in Birmingham and they're all different types of cuisines, so there's so much variety!
Kaija Parker
Collierville, TN
Future Polygot in the making? Kaija's biggest goal is to learn and speak at least 4 languages fluently. Her favorite thing about UAB is all the wellness resources that UAB offers to their students. You’ll catch her at the Rec using many of the amazing amenities!
Kevin Ramos
Pike Road, AL
He’s everywhere, He’s so Julia! Kevin really likes to collect vinyl records from all his favorite artists like Lana Del Rey, Charli XCX, and Ethel Cain. Catch him scouting for more records at Seasick Records, his favorite record store in Birmingham.
DJ Stovall
Trussville, AL
Please don’t stop the music! DJ loves studying with music full blast into her ears. She once spent the entire time, 9pm-2am, studying for chem by listening to the soundtrack of Hamilton. Her favorite thing about UAB is the Campus Green and the events that happen on it. She has even gone out on the green so many times, day and night, to just lay in the grass.
Carmen Tang
Montgomery, AL
Summers to remember! Carmen was born in Montgomery, AL but lived in Fuzhou, China for over 5 years. Carmen used to spend every other summer vacation visiting her parents' hometown throughout her summer break. Her favorite thing about UAB is the moving city around it. Birmingham is consistently renewing and adjusting to its population.
Alex Webster
Springville, AL
You’re a wizard, Alex. A piano wizard! Alex has been playing piano for 13 years! Alex loves music technology. He even got to help with tech for the UAB's fall concert. His favorite thing to do at UAB is studying with friends at Sterne Library.
Want to become an Orientation Leader?
An ideal Orientation Leader must have an interest in helping others, a positive outlook toward UAB and university life, a broad base of interests and involvement, a sense of humor, and an attitude that values teamwork and diversity.