NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

UM Named Among Top in State for Financial Aid

The University of Montevallo has been named one of the top universities in the state for financial aid by Lendedu.com, earning high marks for student scholarships, grants, student loans and Work-Study programs.

Lendedu.com recently released its list of the Best Colleges for Financial Aid in Alabama, and UM ranked in the top five. It ranked the highest among public universities in central Alabama. Read more online.

Montevallo M.A.D.E. Receives Donation

On Friday, Jan. 24, the University accepted a donation from the Alabama Power Foundation for the Montevallo M.A.D.E. program.

The M.A.D.E. (Minorities Achieving Dreams of Excellence) peer mentoring program serves first-year, minority students enrolled at UM. It is designed to assist participants in adjusting to the academic, social, personal and professional challenges experienced by first-year students.

Esports Update

The Montevallo Esports team will be playing League of Legends in the Peach Belt Conference every Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. through March 21. Catch their livestreamed games on their Twitch channel.

Phi Chi Theta Accepting New Members

Attention business majors and minors! Phi Chi Theta is now accepting new members. Save 20% off initiation dues this semester only.

Phi Chi Theta is a national co-ed business fraternity founded in 1924. The University of Montevallo has the only chapter in Alabama. We hold bi-weekly meetings as well as several social events to not only help our members grow more as a network and a family, but also help members grow professionally with events that help with résumé building, LinkedIn profiles, etc.

Phi Chi Theta looks great on your résumé. It helps you start building your professional network. It even offers an optional mentorship program with business professionals who want to help you succeed. You also get a jersey and a pin!

Applications are located on the bulletin board across from the Dean’s office on the second floor of Morgan Hall. You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75. All applications are due by Friday, Feb. 14, and may be submitted to either Dr. Staci Kolb in Morgan 209, the Dean’s office or Bailey Wright, Pledge Trainer. If you have any questions, please contact Bailey Wright.

Applications Open for Enrollment in Child Study Center Pre-K

UM’s Child Study Center Pre-K program is now accepting applications for pre-registration for the 2020-2021 school year. The random drawing for acceptance will be held on March 20.

A copy of the child’s birth certificate and a recent utility bill must be uploaded or provided prior to the lottery drawing. Fees (tuition) for this program will be paid monthly during the school year and are based off a sliding income scale. We do not receive the sliding income scale until mid-summer.

For full details, visit this link. Even more detailed instructions in English or Spanish can be provided by request. If you need assistance or more detailed instructions, please call the FCS Office at 205-665-6385 or email Amanda Grauel.

EVENTS

February Professional Photo Days

Tuesday, Feb. 4, and Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 8 to 11 a.m., Peterson House

University Marketing & Communications is pleased to offer Professional Photo Days. Each month, the University photographer will have two designated mornings available for professional headshots. Anyone on campus is welcome to participate (faculty, staff or student). There is no charge. This month’s Professional Photo Days are Tuesday, Feb. 4, and Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 8 to 11 a.m. Please contact Alyssa Green to reserve a time slot.

Center for the Arts Floor Signing

Friday, Feb. 7, from noon to 1:30 p.m., Center for the Arts lobby

The College of Fine Arts will be opening the lobby of the new Center for the Arts at the intersection of Oak Street and University Promenade for the University community to come be part of the foundation and leave a message and sign the floor of the lobby.

Montevallo Artwalk Pop-Up Artist Market: Victory at Victory!

Friday, Feb. 7, from 2 to 6 p.m., Victory Auto building (corner of Main and Shelby Streets)

Montevallo Artwalk is holding a pop-up artist market, Victory at Victory! Themed offerings in purple and gold as well as Montevallo-unique items will be available. Need a last-minute gift? Have guests in town you need to entertain? Come out before the performances and then make your way to Montevallo’s many other businesses and restaurants.

Annual Alumni Art Auction & Bloch Party

Preview and early bidding of Art Auction, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Bloch Party, Saturday, Feb. 8, from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
The Gallery at Bloch Hall

This exciting auction and party is your best opportunity to take home some of the incredible works of art created and donated by alumni, faculty and current students in all media. For 24 years, this event has been the centerpiece fundraiser for the Department of Art.

Make and Take Event

Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 4 to 6 p.m., Bloch Hall 112
Co-sponsored by E-club, FCS and Sustainability Committee

What are we making? Sustainable meals, facial cleansers, laundry detergent, small clothing alterations and patches. First come, first served for containers. Bring your own containers to maximize sustainability efforts. Wear comfortable work clothes and bring any small hems, buttons and patchwork alterations you would like to fix. First come, first served for patches provided.

A Black History Appreciation Afternoon

Thursday, Feb. 20, from 4 to 6 p.m., Bloch Hall 112

UM’s FCS Department presents a Black History Appreciation Afternoon. Come out for an afternoon full of encouragement and empowerment. There will be poetry, art, trivia, music and food. See you there!

Student Highlights

Game Studies and Design minors Adair Tabb and Mercury Sapp presented their original game, Ariadne’s Thread, at the Rocket City Gamefest in Huntsville the weekend of Jan 24-26.

The UM fishing team had a strong finish at the first Bassmaster College Series tournament of 2020 held at Toledo Bend on the Louisiana-Texas line. Griffin Phillips and Ethan King finished in ninth place and qualified for the 2020 Bassmaster National Championship. The teams of Justin Barnes/Adam Carroll and Chance Schwartz/James Willoughby finished in 16th and 17th places also qualifying for the national championship.