The Office of First Year Experience (FYE) is an initiative supported by UAB’s Office of the Provost. FYE is dedicated to creating programming and events designed to reinforce academic excellence, build community cohesion, and inspire Blazer Spirit among first-year freshman and transfer students.
FYE understands that entering college is a formative and multifaceted experience. Our office is available to provide holistic support by connecting students with academic and social resources across campus. FYE aims to facilitate experiences that empower new scholars and encourage the pursuit of lifelong learning.
FYE Initiatives
- Increase student-to-student interaction on UAB's campus
- Increase communication and outreach
- Increase faculty-to-student interaction
- Increase academic expectations and levels of academic engagement
To facilitate student participation in accomplishing these initiatives, the First-Year Student Assembly at UAB (FYSA at UAB) assists with our office’s mission to promote first-year social and academic success.
First-Year Student Assembly
First-Year Student Assembly is an open forum for first-year (freshmen and transfer) students to share their experiences, ask questions, and connect with campus leaders. Through town halls and facilitated discussions, the Assembly amplifies student voices and helps shape programs, resources, and initiatives that support first-year success. All first-year students are welcome to participate and be heard.
The First-Year Student Assembly is where first-year voices shape the experience! If you are interested in joining the First-Year Student Assembly at UAB, please contact President Kenya Woods or Chelsea Malia Tucker, Associate Director of First Year Experience, at 205.934.8184 or
Be sure to check out the First-Year Student Assembly at UAB on Engage to stay updated on upcoming events!
Meet the Team
Brooke Walker, MS
Director of First Year Experience
205.934.8184
Chelsea Malia Tucker, MS
Associate Director of First Year Experience
205.934.8184
Follow FYE on Instagram @uabfye and stay up to date on events across campus!