Barghi, who was also a member of the UAB Science and Technology Honors Program, had received a Goldwater Scholarship during his sophomore year. March 6, 1907: The Mobile medical school dissolved its own board of trustees, and The University of Alabama Board of Trustees gained sole control over the Mobile program. Whether advancing your clinical skills, serving our patients and guests, or supporting operations, there is no better place to grow- personally and . 1991: Vice presidents Dr. John R. Durant and Dr. William A. Sibley became acting deans and co-directors of the Graduate School. January 1, 1992: Dr. O. Dale Williams became dean of the School of Public Health. In 2009 Dr. Benjamin would become the third Alabamian appointed as Surgeon-General of the United States. Vincent had served as Clark's assistant head coach. February 1957: University Hospital's Beacon was first published. April 1984: UAB first hosted Greek Week for sororities and fraternities. A writer and storyteller who facilitates writing-to-heal workshops as an artist-in-residence with UAB Arts in Medicine, Salaams work has appeared inThe Birmingham Times, Scalawag, Bust, Feminist Review, Black Youth Project, Elephant Journal, Southern Womens Review,AL.com,Birmingham Arts Journal,and more. 1959: Research grants, training grants, and fellowships at the Medical Center exceeded $1,000,000. August 18, 1967: Jeremiah E. Abbott received the first masters degree from the engineering program in the College of General Studies. 2001: Brett Levine became the curator of the UAB Visual Arts Gallery. 1969: For the first academic term of the newly independent UAB, the medical school at UAB had at least forty-one full-time faculty members with international backgrounds and thirteen part-time or clinical faculty members with international backgrounds. Dr. Robert L. Goldenberg was named as the center's first director. Dr. Joseph F. Volker, UAB president, received the first honorary degree. 1976: The UAB Jazz Ensemble was organized in the fall as a performing group open to UAB students, staff, and faculty. His major professional interests are toxicology, violence, communication, physician behavior, strategic management and health system reform. August 1, 1944: Dr. Roy R. Kracke became first dean of the four-year Medical College of Alabama. Dr. William H. Anderson was the school's first dean. The total extramural research grant awards received at UAB for the fiscal year was over $430 million. Dr. Jay M. McDonald was named as first director of the Center for Metabolic Bone Disease. February 26, 1977: Dr. Edwin G. Waldrop, a member of the Class of 1946, was awarded the first Distinguished Alumnus Award by the University of Alabama School of Medicine Alumni Association. 1996: Dr. Stephen A. Szygenda became fourth dean of the School of Engineering. Dr. Sleckman had been selected the previous October. August 21, 1995: Dr. Michael A. Geheb became first director of the UAB Health Systems with oversight and coordination of the UAB Hospital, Health Services Foundation, Triton, and clinical activities of the faculty. October 5, 1974: The Silver Anniversary Celebration of the UAB Town and Gown Theatre was the inaugural theatrical event held at the citys new Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center. The UAB student body is one of the most diverse in the nation, with 39.7 percent minority for the total student enrollment and 40.5 percent minority for the freshman class. Dr. Michael J. Friedlander was named first director of the brain institute, and Dr. Mary B. MacDougall was later recruited as first director of the oral health institute. Ms. Kate Cotton. Drs. April 8, 2022: The University of Alabama Board of Trustees approved the closure of ten research centers and institutes at UAB. He served until 1969. He was also named as the CEO of the new UAB Health System/Ascension St. Vincent's alliance. February 28, 1986: The UAB student chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) received its charter. Before that, he was executive vice president, research and development and technical operations, at Onyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc., where he played an instrumental role in initiating and completing several of Onyxs first Phase 3 clinical trials. August 1, 2013: Dr. J. Iwan D. Alexander became the sixth dean of the School of Engineering. She brings decades of writing, performing, and storytelling experience to her primary work of bedside storytelling. November 9, 1984: Dr. Harriet P. Dustan delivered the twenty-first Distinguished Faculty Lecture, "Alabama and The Golden Age of Medical Research. November 25, 1958: The first Tinsley Randolph Harrison Lecture, "Medical Investigators from Harvey to Harrison," was delivered by Dr. William Dock of the State University of New York. The Birmingham-based company is an industry-leading provider of products and services to the electric utility, telecommunication, tree care, lights and signs, and contractor markets. Dr. Eric Hunter was the center's first director. June 14, 2017: UAB unveiled a partially completed two bedroom, two bathroom solar house, complete with a tornado safe room, designed and being built by students as part of the U.S. Dept. February 1972: Pi Kappa Alpha was chartered as the first social fraternity at UAB. He was replaced by Richard L. Margison, UAB's vice president for Financial Affairs and Administration, who became interim Athletic Director. Members of the Board of Directors include: Tanya Freeman, ESQ., Chair Cecile A. Feldman, DMD, MBA, ex-officio Keith Green, BS. She has recently created a web-based navigational map(stopfoodborneillness.org)which provides constituent support from first symptoms, through interventions and therapies, to long-term consequences and follow-up care for those who suffer severe disease by foodborne pathogens. July 2020: Dr. Jeffrey W. Holmes became the seventh dean of the School of Engineering. March 24, 1982: Elizabeth, a narrative film shot entirely on location in UABs Spain Rehabilitation Center, was broadcast nationally on the PBS network. The 24-hour weekday system will operate a fleet of buses on six discrete lines with an aim to have all campus locations within a five-minute walk from a scheduled bus stop. Present board members are: UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. (Chair of the Board) President University of Alabama at Birmingham Anupam Agarwal, M.D. October 1, 2015: Anna M. Thompson became executive director of the Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center. She recently retired from Eli Lilly and Co. as Vice President for Scientific Affairs and Distinguished Lilly Research Scholar in Infectious Diseases. In recognition of the gift, The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees renamed the department as the Barefield Department of Criminal Justice, the first named academic department at UAB. Cranford had been a student athlete on the inaugural Blazer tennis team. Davis, of Dothan, was a double major in Political Science and Public Relations. October 2014: Dr. Murali Venugopalan became the director of UAB's English Language Institute (ELI). 1945: Dr. Melson Barfield-Carter became chair of the Department of Radiology. Dr. Gail H. Cassell is Senior Lecturer, Department of Global Health and Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and Senior Scientist, Division of Health Equity, Brigham and Womens Hospital, Boston. 1967: Dr. John W. Kirklin, chair of the Department of Surgery, initiated the Surgeons Assistant Program, the first formalized education program in the United States to train surgeon's assistants. The 39-member College Senate included elected faculty, staff, and students as well as administrators appointed by the dean. Champ Lyons to the Board of Regents of the National Library of Medicine. No timetable was announced, but football was expected to return in time for the 2016 season. May 17, 1957: The Medical Center's chapter of Sigma Xi was installed in ceremonies held in the University Hospital Auditorium. 1962: Dr. W. Paul Brann was named assistant to the vice president for Health Affairs. Mr. Davenport is currently a director of the board of the UAB Leadership Cabinet, and he also serves on the boards of, among others, BBVA Compass Bank; Hoar Construction; Childrens Harbor, Alexander City Campus and Childrens Hospital in Birmingham (Vice-Chairman and Founding Director); Alexander City Rotary Club (Past-President and Founding Director); Industrial Development Board of Tallapoosa County and Coosa Counties; Lake Martin Area Economic Development Alliance, Inc. (Founding Director and past Vice-Chairman); ARISE of Alexander City, a community program for the elderly (Founding Director and Managing Director); and Lake Martin Humane Society (Founding Director). She also facilitates expressive writing work. May 1997: UAB Genesis Center completed as the first of 25 buildings planned for the new 100-acre UAB Research Park at Oxmoor. Sara C. Finley and Hugh M. Shingleton were named co-directors of the center. Interim Chancellor John T. Oliver, Jr., introduced Paul Hardin as interim president of UAB. April 1982: Charlie Badger became the second head coach for the Women's Tennis team. April 25, 2015: UAB awarded 2,724 degrees in several commencement ceremonies. January 1, 2004: Dr. Huw F. Thomas became the seventh dean of the School of Dentistry. December 1, 2010: Dr. Arthur M. Boudreaux became interim chief-of-staff of University Hospital. September 1970: The first three African American students matriculated in the School of Dentistry. You will be asked to provide contact information for your nominee along with a CV and a letter of recommendation. Dr. Harold T. Dodge was the first director. Elizabeth Hale of Birmingham was the program's first graduate. Dr. Erwin is a graduate of the medical school at UAB. Vanessa Leonard, Member, Board of Trustees of The University of Alabama. 1948: The School of Dentistry opened for classes with 23 full-time faculty, all of whom were male. October 27, 1978: The Center for Advanced Medical Studies (CAMS) was approved by The University of Alabama Board of Trustees as an official UAB Center. 1989: Jose-Luis Jamarillo became the interim head coach of the Men's Soccer team. July 1997: Dr. W. Jack Duncan became interim dean of the School of Business. October 11, 2007: Dr. Dale J. Benos presented the forty-fourth Distinguished Faculty Lecture, "Science, Publications and Society: What Have You Done For Me Lately?". Library Director T. Scott Plutchak was named interim executive director. May 1-2, 2020: Due to the university's Limited Business Model implemented because of the COVID-19 pandemic, UAB provided virtual only commencement ceremonies for graduating students. February 1983: UAB discontinued its bone marrow transplant program after less than two years. August 5, 2004: David Hoidal became the third CEO of the UAB Health System after having served as interim CEO for three months. November 13, 1966: Dr. Frank A. Graduate degrees were awarded during an online-only ceremony on Friday the first, undergraduate degrees were awarded during an online-only ceremony on Saturday the second. Drs. January 30, 1860: Act No. Thomas Michael Goodrich was born in Milan, Tennessee, and moved to Birmingham in 1948. February 18, 1987: The Neurobiology Research Center was established. October 1991: Richard Deason became interim General Manager of WBHM-FM Radio. 2016: Ashley Hardee became the interim head coach of the Women's Beach Volleyball team. July 2019: Dr. Russell S. Taichman became the ninth dean of the School of Dentistry. Dr. Irshad H. Chaudry was named as the center's first director. 1983: Dr. Peter V. O'Neil was named second dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics after having served as interim since 1982. January 1978: Gladys McQueen, supervisor of keypunch services in the Central Computing Facility, was named UABs first Employee of the Month. At the time, McQueen had 24 years of service. March 5-7, 1980: The Center for Advanced Medical Studies was dedicated. Ohl-Picket had been a student athlete on the Blazer team. August 1, 1982: Dr. Thomas A. Bartlett became the second chancellor of the three-campus University of Alabama System. 1948: Drs. 1984: Dr. Jay Goldman named third dean of the School of Engineering, succeeding Dr. Edmond Miller who had served as interim. September 15, 1966: The Birmingham Extension Center programs were elevated to the four-year College of General Studies, which remained as a branch of The University of Alabama. Ronald T. Acton received a Ph.D. in Microbiology, becoming the first person to receive a degree from UAB. Members of the board also serve as the hospitals primary representatives to the communities the Hospital serves. UAB supports 61,025 jobs and generates $302.2 million in tax revenue to state and local governments. 1987: UAB Hospice Program was established in University Hospital. December 4, 1987: The Center for Economic Education was approved by The University of Alabama Board of Trustees. 1951: Dr. Richard T. Eastwood became the fourth director of the Birmingham Extension Center. August 1954: The Report of the Special Survey Committee, called the "Duckett Jones Report" for its chief author, was released. March 1981: The first International Conference on Differential Equations and Mathematical Physics was hosted at UAB by the Department of Mathematics, the founding entity for the conference. Salaam Green, MS, Expressive Writing & PoetrySalaam is an award-winning poet and author, a 2020-21 Eco-Poetry Fellow, A Reimagining Justice Fellow with the Southern Poverty Law Center, the 2016 Poet Laureate for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a TEDx speaker Birmingham alum, a social entrepreneur, and a daughter of Alabamas Black Belt. Mrs. Cook and her husband Houston have two children, William and Sara Catherine. Dr. Richard G. Allen served as the first director of the center. 1978: Susan Cook became the first head coach of the new Women's Volleyball team. September 21, 2013: The Alys Stephens Performing Arts center hosted the world premiere of A More Convenient Season, a multi-media orchestral work composed by Yotam Haber and commissioned by Tom Blount to commemorate the Civil Rights Movement in Birmingham and the bombing of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church on September 15, 1963. April 3, 1986: The Lister Hill Center for Health Policy and the Center for Nuclear Imaging Research were established by The University of Alabama Board of Trustees. She had one line of dialogue in her speaking debut. 1978: UAB Pain Treatment Center was formally established as an official center although the program had originated in the late 1960s. September 1, 1999: A reorganization of the School of Business became effective, reducing the academic departments from five to three. Marsha N. Swanson and Donald C. Fletcher were named co-directors of the center. The patient was a five-year old boy from Alabama. July 13, 1970: Faculty member James F. Hatcher, Jr., and the Alabama Ballet, then an administrative unit of UAB, left for a five-week tour of Europe where the company performed "Repertory 1970" in Italy, France, Switzerland, Spain, and the United Kingdom. As the owner and founder ofLiterary Healing Artsand Red Couch Writers, she can be found helping others write to heal on red couches across the city, thanks to her experience as an expressive writer,Racial Healing Facilitator, and healer. January 1, 1997: Paul Hardin became interim president of UAB. Dr. Lisa M. Guay-Woodford was named director of the new center. Dr. Kenneth G. Saag was named director of the new center. November 29, 1978: The Women's Basketball team played its first game at the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center, losing to North Alabama by a score of 77 to 82. 1976: Dr. Rosalie Andrews Scripa received an appointment as assistant professor of Engineering, the first female with a full-time faculty appointment in the engineering school. He was recruited to UAB from the city force of Lansing, Michigan. Faculty from the campus in Tuscaloosa came to Birmingham as instructors for the two new programs in education and history. 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