Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I am married with 3 adult children and one 18 month old grandson. I’ve been with the UA Payroll Department in Human Resources for 6 years. What were some challenges or obstacles you encountered during your wellness journey? I finally came to the conclusion that…
Provide a brief introduction about yourself.Hey! My name is Carina Larbig, and I am the Events Coordinator for the College of Education. I am from Frankfurt, Germany, and moved to the States with my husband in 2022. I have been working for UA since May. Outside of work, I spend most of my time playing…
Introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.Scooter Brown is a Motorist Assistant Technician. He helps drivers with things like inflating tires, giving gas, or other roadside help. His job keeps him moving, which is important to him because he cares about staying healthy. Describe the starting point of your journey and the factors…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I am the Director for First Year Experience at The University of Alabama where my career focuses on transition programming for first-year college students through leadership development, community building, and discovering passion areas. I have worked for FYE for the past 8 years in various…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. Dr. Rohan Sood is an Associate Professor of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics in the College of Engineering. He leads the Astrodynamics and Space Research Laboratory at the University of Alabama. He was born in the Himalayas and continues to pursue his dream of space exploration and…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Taylor Zingg and I’m an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Science, and work as the Co-Lead of Internal Communications with the non-profit organization, Moms Demand Action Alabama. In fall of 2022, I graduated with my doctorate in Health Promotion from…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. Hello, my name is Larry Canada, and I am an attorney with the Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program. I am also an Adjunct Faculty member here at the University of Alabama School of Law teaching trial advocacy. I have worked with the university since October of…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Wendy Michalski. I am an Accounting Specialist at the Law School and have been with the University of Alabama for 14 years. I am a single mother of an amazing 16 year son who is my world. Can you describe the starting…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. Hi, my name is Rachel Goldsmith! I graduated from UA in 2024 and was blessed with the opportunity to transition into a full-time UA staff position right out of college. I am a Talent Acquisition Specialist in the Human Resource Department. How has your wellness…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I have worked in some aspect of the health care field most of my adult life and have been employed in administration at University Medical Center for slightly over 6 years. I live in Northport, am happily married to Jeff Harrell and we have two…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. Hi there! My name is Isabella McVeagh and I am an Instructor and Advisor in the Department of Health Science. I have lived in Tuscaloosa since 2013 and am so lucky to call it home. When I am not in the classroom, I enjoy coaching…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.Hi, my name is Paige, and I am a runner. I would not have said that to you when I was in elementary school and having to run the mile each year for the Presidential Fitness Test. A lot has changed since then. I found track…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.My name is Madison Sidote, I completed my undergrad here in 2023 with a bachelor’s in public health and a minor in Biology. I am finishing up my MPH as I work as a graduate assistant for the Department of Health Science. I teach undergrads and…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. Hi, my name is Blossom Rogers and I am a Recovery Support Specialist for the Capstone College of Nursing. I am an author of multiple books, a motivational speaker, and I have dedicated my life to women and children whose objective is to remain sober. I suffered…
My name is Elester Smiley, and I work in the Office of Finance. I am the married mother of three adult children. I love to cook and experiment with different foods using and tweaking recipes to make healthier yet tasty food. After working in Corporate America in New Jersey for 30 years, I returned to…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Jodie, and I work in Student Account Services. I am also a WellBAMA Ambassador. I am married to the best man, Johnathan Mize, and have three children and two grandchildren. I also decided to return to school and get my bachelor’s degree…
Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I am April, an assistant professor in the college of Human Environmental Sciences and serve as director of Child Development Resources, a non-profit agency focusing on programing serving young children, families and educators. Tell is about a recent wellness success you had. Most recently I…
