UAB University Honors Program

Benefits

Students in the University Honors Program receive a more intensive and innovative education than is available in the regular curriculum.

The University Honors Program (UHP) is a specialized program within the UAB Honors College which provides a uniquely engaging arts and sciences curriculum taught by faculty from a wide variety of academic fields. Special team-taught interdisciplinary courses and small seminars replace the core curriculum with something more innovative and varied for excellent students who value the full diversity

of their skills and interests. Students take interdisciplinary courses and honors seminars on topics not offered in the regular academic departments. Since honors seminars are limited to 16 students University Honors Program students have close personal contacts with their instructors and with other students, providing a sense of community and identity within the larger university context. University Honors Program students have the opportunity to meet and get to know not only a wide variety of faculty and administrators on campus, but important figures in the community and distinguished visitors from throughout the world. Honors students receive priority registration and have privileged access to faculty research and scholarship. The Spencer Honors House, with all of its facilities, belongs to the honors students and is accessible to them at all times. Students have the opportunity to travel and to participate in a wide variety of cultural, social, and scholarly events. After completing the program, they graduate with the special designation “With University Honors” on their transcripts and in the commencement program. In addition, Honors students are recognized annually at the university-wide Honors Convocation and at Honors Day. Graduation from the University Honors Program, with its broad interdisciplinary arts and sciences curriculum gives students a distinct advantage when applying for graduate or professional schools. Spencer Honors House

The center of identity and community for the University Honors Program is the Spencer Honors House, located on campus in the spacious and attractive environment of the Old Church at 1190 10th Avenue South. All instructional and social activities of the University Honors Program take place there. The Spencer Honors House is also available for day-to-day use by honors students for recreation, studying, meeting, and relaxing. The facilities include a kitchen, lounge areas, library, computer clusters, and pool and Ping-Pong tables. The offices of the director, associate director, and assistant director are also in the house. Scholarships

The Hess-Abroms Honors Scholarships, awarded annually, are valued at $24,000 each and provide $6,000 per year. Application is open to incoming freshmen. The award is based on superior academic achievement, creativity or talent, strong motivation, character, and intellectual promise. Application materials are made available at the time of interview. The University Honors Program also has a number of smaller ($1,000-$2,000) annual scholarships that are awarded in May each year. Students who have committed to entering the program can apply for these scholarships that are distributed based on merit and need.

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04/22/2026

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This week, we’re hearing from Zoya Aleezada, a freshman majoring in Biology and Bioinformatics, and minoring in Music!

Hi, My name is Zoya Aleezada, and joining UHP has been the best decision I have ever made for my college experience!! UHP is actually what brought me here to UAB, my sister and friends always told amazing stories of the in-depth lectures, close-knit community, and amazing professors. I am glad to say that my expectations have been wildly surpassed, with my fall semester in Interdisc being such a formative experience. I was really able to make close relationships with my lecturers and classmates—so much so that I joined the beloved Karmie on a study abroad trip this spring break to London!!! I feel like UHP has really pushed me further out of my comfort zone in the best ways possible. In fact, it is because of Ashley, that I applied and became an Orientation Leader for this upcoming summer! I have so much love for this small, but mighty, program. It is full of intelligent lifelong scholars from so many fields and interests.

04/15/2026

Today is This week, we’re hearing from Afsheen Fatima, a sophomore majoring in Cancer Biology!

I chose UHP because I wanted to take classes and explore topics in college that I would not have encountered anywhere else. I love how Interdisciplinary seminars and other UHP courses dive into unique subjects that I never would have learned about if I had not been part of the program. I knew UHP was the right choice for me as soon as I toured Spencer’s and met some amazing UHP alumni during orientation my freshman year. UHP was the first place at UAB where I truly felt at home. Some of my closest friendships here have come through UHP, and it is a program I know will stay with me for the rest of my life.

04/11/2026

Join us for a screening of Mission Blue with the UHP Sustainability Committee!

April 14
3:00–4:30 PM
Spencer Honors House

Come learn more about ocean conservation and enjoy some pizza.

04/09/2026

It’s
This week we’re hearing from Randi Cron, a sophomore majoring in Nursing!

Hi my name is Randi, and I love UHP because of the community that it has created for me here at UHP! UHP is so unique in the way that it allows individuals to think about all aspects of life and connect different subjects together. I feel as though this liberal arts style education has provided me with a way to broaden my perspectives on the world and understand how different fields of study connect together. But most of all, I appreciate the friends that I have made along the way that have encouraged me to be the best version of myself. Honestly, I don’t know who I would be today without UHP, and I think it is an opportunity that provides so much!

03/28/2026

Get outside, give back, and connect 🌱

Join us at Jones Valley Teaching Farm for a hands-on volunteering experience with UHP. Whether you’re looking to serve, learn something new, or just enjoy a meaningful morning with good people, this is for you.

🗓 April 2 at 9:00 a.m.

Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up
Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP 🔗

Questions? Contact Ola at [email protected] 📩

02/25/2026

IT’S !!! 🔥 This week we’re hearing from Verena Bhagat, a freshman majoring in Immunology!

“I chose to join UHP because it gave me the chance to explore new subjects and ideas outside of my major. UHP’s interdisciplinary approach to learning is a unique and engaging way to discover the world! Some of my favorite memories from my UHP class include touring the medical exhibits at Lister Hill Library, watching movies and discussing them, and being introduced to the AEIVA art gallery and printmaking. UHP has pushed me to redefine myself as a scholar, and it has also given me a community of like-minded scholars to enjoy this experience with! On top of all that, getting to attend UHP events with my friends has become one of the highlights of my freshman year, enriching my life both academically and socially. The UHP community is incredibly welcoming and supportive, and I can’t wait to see where it will take me over the next few years!” Go Blazers!

02/19/2026

Come talk about space!! Next Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 In the upper seminar room of Spencer Honors House!

02/19/2026

Join UHP for a night of discussion, led by Dr. Thomas R. Broker, on how to reduce the burden of infectious diseases that cause cancer. 📆Thursday, March 5th 📍Spencer’s Honor House ⏰ 7:00 pm RSVP via the link in our bio

02/10/2026

Interested in poetry?? Come to a poetry workshop with and Nell’s to hear from Lauren Slaughter, Editor-in-Chief of Nelle literary Journal! RSVP via the link in our bio!

📆 February 20
⏰3-4:30
📍Spencer Honors House

02/05/2026

Paint-a-tote with UHP! RSVP via the link in our bio!
📍Spencer Honors House
📆February 12
⏰3:30-4:30

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