November 12 - 18, 2018

Each week UA Crossroads provides a list of upcoming opportunities
to engage the rich diversity of identities and experiences at UA.

If you are interested in having an event included, please contact the Crossroads office at 348-6930 or email us at crossroads@ua.edu.
Click HERE for a full list of events!
Click HERE for a full list of events!
Mascot Nation: The Controversy Over Native American Mascots in Sports
Tuesday, November 13
6:30 pm
104-B Reese Phifer Hall

The College of Communication and Information Sciences and Alabama Program in Sports Communication present Drs. Andy Billings and Jason Black in a discussion of their new book,  Mascot Nation , which examines many of the overlooked questions in the ongoing debate over Native American mascots. Their multi-dimensional study delves into the textual, visual, and ritualistic and performative aspects of sports mascots.
November 14 Topic: International Student Experiences on Campus
Wednesday, November 14
1:00 pm
Ferguson Student Center Great Hall

The Campus Dialogues are a weekly opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to engage one another about important issues related to identity, current events, and campus life. Dialogues take place in the Ferguson Student Center Great Hall on Wednesdays, starting at 1:00 p.m. and concluding by 1:50 p.m.

Come and share your thoughts and listen to the perspectives of others in an inclusive and respectful environment!

For the full list of Campus Dialogue topics click on the link below:
Leadership Summit
Upcoming Events
On-Going Events
International Coffee Hour
Fridays
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
121 B.B. Comer Hall 

Throughout the academic year (August through May), Capstone International Services and Capstone International Center host a weekly Capstone International Coffee Hour.
All international and American students, scholars, faculty, staff and friends are welcome to join.

Come to 121 B.B. Comer Hall each Friday between 11:30 and 1:00 pm and enjoy free coffee, tea, snacks, and conversation with our friends from around the world.

Contact Info: International Services, international@ua.edu, 348-5402
International Spouse Group
Every Wednesday throughout the fall semester
10:00 - 11.30 am
105 B.B. Comer Hall

This group is open to the wives or husbands of international students, faculty, and staff, as well as American spouses who are interested in making international friendships. We provide support in adjustment and acculturation while living and learning in the U.S.

To become a member of the International Spouse Group, you can simply join us for any of our meetings, which will be held every Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:30 am throughout the fall semester in International Services in 105 BB Comer Hall.

For any questions or general interest, please visit the ISG Page .

Contact Info: inernational@ua.edu, 348-5402
Alabama Students Without Borders Presents: Charlas con Café
Wednesdays from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Ferguson Student Center Starbucks.

Drop in for an hour, enjoy a cup of coffee, and practice your Spanish.

The table will be marked with a Latin American flag.   
Engage UA with Crossroads
UA’s Crossroads Community Engagement Center is an initiative of the Division of Community Affairs. Crossroads fosters respectful intercultural engagement for students, faculty and staff, and community members throughout the state by facilitating: 

  • workshops on inclusive engagement practices.

  • dialogues where participants are invited to share their perspectives on challenging social issues in a respectful, inclusive environment.

  • collaborative programming to encourage appreciation of the rich cultural traditions on campus and in the local community.
UA Crossroads
3617 Ferguson Center
tel: 205-348-6930  email: crossroads@ua.edu