A MESSAGE FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT
DEAR ALUMNI & FRIENDS, IT IS MY PLEASURE TO INTRODUCE THE FIRST ISSUE OF CAPSTONE, a bi-annual magazine of the Division of Student Affairs. With a growing student body and vibrant campus community, the Division of Student Affairs is providing increased opportunities for student learning and development. More students than ever before call our residence halls home, taking advantage of communities which promote unique opportunities for learning and engagement. In addition, our students have been touching lives by participating in service trips through the Community Service Center and mentoring children in our community. Offering avenues for our student leaders to display their great enthusiasm and innovation for improving campus and the student experience, our commitment to maximizing student learning and personal growth has never been stronger. Through participating in student organizations, taking on leadership positions and cheering on the Crimson Tide athletic teams, students are met with meaningful learning experiences inside and outside of the classroom. As you explore this issue of Capstone, I hope you are inspired by our students and alumni who are making a difference in the community and around the world. In the back, you will also find a list of alumni and friends who have graciously made a donation to the Division of Student Affairs in the last year. As you will be able to see, our exciting campus still remains a spectacle for all who are part of the UA family.
Mark D. Nelson, PhD Vice President for Student Affairs
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