Tracy serves as a Professional Development Specialist in HR Learning and Development, where she designs and leads campus‑wide learning and development initiatives for employees. She also currently acts as the Learning Workstream Lead for Capstone Convergence for Workday Learning. What helped you stay consistent with your steps this month? Some days are better than others,…
Dr. Robbin Young is the Chief Nursing Officer and Assistant Professor in the College of Community Health Sciences & School of Nursing at The University of Alabama. Robbin completed her BSN from the University of Maryland at Baltimore School of Nursing. She achieved her MSN with a focus of Health Care Education from the University…
Susan Welch, a professor in the Capstone College of Nursing, is stepping into spring with an impressive accomplishment. Not only did she stay consistent throughout March, but she also surpassed her monthly step goal! Demonstrating a strong commitment to her health and well-being. Her dedication is a great reminder of how small, daily habits can…
Dalila John is a WellBAMA Ambassador and a Program Director and Clinical Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work. She’s passionate about wellness and finding ways to fit healthy habits into everyday life. Here, she shares some of her tips for adding movement into your day. What helped you stay consistent with your steps…
Dr. Xabier Granja is an Associate Professor of Spanish whose research explores Early Modern Spanish literature, personal identities, and the cultural dynamics of historical texts. Read how he stays active and reaches his monthly step goals: What helped you stay consistent with your steps this month? What helped me stay consistent this month is having…
Madison McNair is an instructor in Theatre and Dance at The University of Alabama, she was a top stepper in the recent MoveSpring monthly step challenge. Whether teaching yoga or training for the Tuscaloosa Half Marathon, she makes movement a consistent and energizing part of her everyday life. Here’s a closer look at what motivates…
We are the UA Online Marketing team. We have a creative group that loves any excuse to celebrate, connect and move together! Because we’re located on the third floor, most of us choose the stairs instead of the elevator to build in extra movement throughout the day. We also walk together every Friday to Lakeside…
Kim McWhirt, a WellBAMA ambassador, works at the University of Alabama Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic, supporting individuals and families with ASD. Her team was nominated for Spotlight on Wellness for their ongoing random acts of kindness. How your department got started with these initiatives? For the last several years we have been awarded with a…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I’m a Program Manager with UA Online, where I support students and colleagues in achieving their academic and professional goals. I’m passionate about fostering growth and balance in all aspects of work, education, and everyday life. As a former Academic Success Coach, wellness has always…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I [Kristie Black] work for the Institute for Rural Health Research, I have been here for 7 1/2 years, and I am the clinical trials coordinator. What specific wellness program has had a positive impact on you? Strive for five has made the most positive…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background I have been living in Tuscaloosa for almost six years. I am the youngest of four girls and my sisters are my best friends. I love spending time with my family, going to the beach and the mountains. I enjoy running, hiking, white water rafting,…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I am an archaeologist and an Associate Professor of Anthropology at UA. I study foodways in the past and present. My research focuses on what people eat, how they prepare food, and the cultural meanings tied to those practices. Since arriving at UA, I have…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Anna and I’m the Administrative Assistant in the COE Dean’s Office! Outside of work, I live on a small farm with horses, chickens, turkeys, dogs and a couple of barn cats! I am very passionate about everything I do and give God…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Tricia Demas‑Anderson, and this is my first year working at The University of Alabama. Helping others has always been at the heart of who I am. I’m a people person with experience teaching, mentoring, and coaching people of all ages in a…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. As Associate Director of Transportation Services (Transit), I, James Knickrehm, oversee the daily operations for The University of Alabama’s transportation programs, Crimson Ride and Crimson Concierge. My dedicated staff and I work closely with all UA stakeholders to safely transport all campus riders efficiently and…
I’m Dr. Abby Grammer Horton—nurse educator, researcher, and passionate advocate for wellness and the nursing profession. As an Assistant Professor at The University of Alabama’s Capstone College of Nursing, I have the privilege of teaching and mentoring students in both undergraduate and graduate programs. I also serve as President of the Alabama State Nurses Association,…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My husband retired in December 2022 and we moved to Tuscaloosa. I, Tamara Alexander, continued working at “the other UofA (University of Arizona) until May 2023 and started working at UA in June 2023. We have a daughter in Washington DC and a son and…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. Hi! My name is Taylor Patronas and I currently serve as the Coordinator for University Programs. I’m a 2x graduate of UA and have been in Tuscaloosa since 2015. I enjoy being outdoors, coffee and my cats! Describe the starting point of your journey and…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I am the Compliance Operations Director in the Office of Compliance, Ethics, and Regulatory Affairs (CERA), and I have been at UA for almost 16 years. My primary responsibilities include managing the University’s compliance and ethics training programs, coordinating communications for CERA, and providing oversight…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. A Tuscaloosa native, I have two degrees from the University of Alabama and am the Director of Alabama Heritage magazine. My husband and I have five adult children and a sassy beagle named Belle. Describe the starting point of your journey and the factors that…
