Faculty/Staff Announcements

New Electronic IRB Submission System Now Available

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:59:19 -0600

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new electronic IRB application submission system, designed to make submitting human subjects research applications easier, faster, and more accessible.

Submit Your IRB Application Here:

What’s Changing
Effective immediately, all new IRB submissions can be submitted online through the new system. Effective January 1, 2026, email submissions will no longer be accepted.

Benefits for Researchers

User-friendly, step-by-step submission process
Built-in prompts to help ensure complete applications
Real-time tracking of your application status
Centralized access to study documents and IRB communications

We appreciate your cooperation as we move toward a more efficient and accessible IRB submission process. Our goal is to support research excellence while maintaining the highest standards of human subject protections. We look forward to supporting your research and helping you navigate this improved submission process

If you have any questions, please contact the IRB Office at irb@uah.edu.

Update: Interim CFO Transition

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:56:19 -0600

Please join us in welcoming Gary Anglin as UAH’s interim chief financial officer, effective January 7, 2026. Gary’s background will provide valuable strategic direction and management for the financial aspects of transformational projects happening on UAH’s campus, including major construction projects and other significant initiatives such as the Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Modernization initiative. He will also lead the Finance units and their supporting services.

A Huntsville native, Gary is a renowned public accountant who brings decades of specialized experience to UAH. He founded Anglin Reichmann Armstrong, P.C., in 1990 and served for more than 30 years as managing partner of the firm, which is known across the country for its proficiency and strategic consulting. Gary advised individual and business clients on accounting, tax, and mergers and acquisitions, serving industries from government contracting and technology to construction and professional services. Active in charitable, civic, and professional organizations, Gary is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Alabama Society of Public Accountants, where he previously has served on the Board of Directors and currently serves as Chair of the Ethics Committee.

We also want to thank Tharanee Ravindran for her leadership in this role over the past months. She will be returning as the Director of Internal Auditing for the University of Alabama System at UAH early next year.

Holiday Compliance: Gifting with Integrity

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:04:37 -0600

As we move into the holiday season when gift exchanges are common, the Office of Risk Management and Compliance wants to remind everyone of the and UAH's gift policies. To maintain our commitment to integrity and avoid any appearance of undue influence, employees should not offer or accept gifts that could compromise, or appear to compromise, their professional judgment or responsibilities. Please refer to the chart below before giving or receiving any gifts.

Keep the Following Principles in Mind:

Avoid gifts of significant monetary value from students, vendors, or external partners.
Do not solicit gifts in connection with your university role.
When in doubt, politely decline and refer to university policy or your department supervisor.
Modest, non-monetary tokens (e.g., thank-you notes or small items of minimal value) may be acceptable, but context matters.

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Ensure any seasonal gifts are valued at less than $100.	Don’t accept or give a gift valued at more than $100.
Ensure the total value of gifts from any single donor does not exceed $250 in any one calendar year.	Don’t accept or give a gift if the aggregate value of such gifts from any single donor is more than $250 during any one calendar year.
Consult the Institutional Conflicts of Interest and Conflicts of Commitment Interim Policy before accepting or giving gifts to ensure there is no actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest.	Don’t accept gifts that would create an actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest. Consult the Institutional Conflicts of Interest and Conflicts of Commitment Policy for assistance.
Contact the Development Office before giving or receiving in-kind donations to the University. Consult the Gift Acceptance Policy for assistance.	Don’t accept gifts from employees or their immediate family members for accounts directly controlled by those employees or for accounts for which the employee is fiscally responsible.
Ensure a valid documented business purpose exists prior to presenting non-cash benefits (mugs, t-shirts, etc.) as a token of appreciation to a donor, dignitary, guest, or volunteer.	Don’t present non-cash benefits (mugs, t-shirts, etc.) as a token of appreciation to a donor, dignitary, guest, or volunteer without a valid documented business purpose in place.
Comply with IRS rules and regulations regarding receiving gifts. The University does not provide tax consultation services. Each taxpayer should consult with their tax consultant.	Don’t accept a gift without complying with IRS rules and regulations. The University does not provide tax consultation services. Each taxpayer should consult with their tax consultant.

Thing of Value = Any gift, benefit, favor, service, gratuity, tickets or passes to an entertainment, social or sporting event offered only to public officials, unsecured loan, other than those loans made in the ordinary course of business, reward, promise of future employment, or honoraria.

Relevant Policies:

If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Office of Risk Management and Compliance at compliance@uah.edu.

Final Day to Join the 2025 United Way Campaign

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:30:50 -0600

Today marks the final day of the UAH United Way campaign, and we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has contributed to this important effort. Together, we have been able to raise $25,163, a testament to the generosity and commitment of our ��app community!

We are asking that if you have not yet donated, please consider giving today. Every additional donation will further enhance the support provided to individuals and families in need, ensuring that even more lives are positively impacted. Contributions of $100 or more will receive a United Way T-shirt.

Thank you for showing how compassion and generosity can create meaningful change. Let’s make this final day count by coming together to exceed our goal and strengthen our community.

Giving Tuesday 2025: Your Chance to Make an Impact

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:57:54 -0600

Today is Giving Tuesday, a special day dedicated to harnessing the power of generosity and sparking transformative community impact through philanthropy. Across the globe, people are coming together to support causes close to their hearts, and there’s no better time to join our Together, we’re striving to reach $25,000 to provide a hand up to our neighbors in need, and thanks to your generosity, we’ve already raised over $19,000!

Every dollar matters in creating real change, whether it goes toward the United Way Community Impact Fund or is designated for specific areas like Education, Income, Health, or other nonprofits close to your heart. Even small contributions, when combined, create substantial support for those who need a hand up. Whether you choose a payroll deduction or a one-time donation, every dollar brings us closer to real change in areas like Education, Income, and Health, or to another nonprofit you’re passionate about.

Contributions of $100 or more will receive a United Way T-shirt, and all donors are invited to our Donor Appreciation Luncheon Friday, December 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Let’s make Giving Tuesday a memorable one, setting an inspiring example of our university community’s commitment to lifting others. Join us in making a difference today!

Go Chargers!

2025 Annual Drug-Free Workplace Notification

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:16:56 -0600

Faculty and Staff,

The University is committed to providing a drug-free environment for its faculty, staff and students.

The attached letter from President Karr and accompanying documents provide important information about federal, state and local laws relating to unlawful possession and use of drugs and alcohol, pertinent University policies, health risks associated with alcohol abuse and illegal drug use, and treatment services available.

The letter also includes important information regarding whistleblower rights and remedies for any UAH employee working on a federal grant or contract.

If you are unable to print or view these documents and would like a hard copy of this correspondence, please contact Human Resources at 256-824-6545 or hr@uah.edu.

2025 Holiday Schedule and Operational Reminders - Central Receiving and Mail Services

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:42:15 -0600

Refer to this announcement for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday schedule, along with operational reminders that are impacted by the holiday schedule.

For additional information/assistance, refer below to the appropriate contacts.

Contact Central Receiving by calling 256-824-6315 or email crb@uah.edu
Contact Mail Services by calling 256-824-6116 or email mailservices@uah.edu

Copy Center Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule 2025

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:37:15 -0600

Please take note of the 2025 holiday schedule for the Copy Center and plan accordingly.

Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule is as follows:

Open Regular Hours Monday, November 24, 2025 - Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday Thursday, November 27, 2025 and Friday, November 28, 2025 to resume regular hours of operation Monday, December 1, 2025

Christmas Holiday Schedule is as follows:

Open Regular Hours Monday, December 22, 2025 and Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Closed for the Christmas Holiday Wednesday, December 24, 2025 - Friday, December 26, 2025 to resume regular hours of operation Monday, December 29, 2025
Copy Center orders are to be picked up no later than Monday, December 22, 2025.

For additional information or questions, email the Copy Center at copycenter@uah.edu

Relocation of Leased Sharp Copiers and Printers

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:34:24 -0600

All leased Sharp copiers and printers must not be relocated without prior authorization and coordination with the Copy Center. Refer to "Campus Announcement for the Relocation of Copiers and Printers" for specifics on the required process.

For additional information/assistance, refer below to the appropriate contacts.

Email the Copy Center at copycenter@uah.edu
Email OIT at helpdesk@uah.edu

2025 Train the Trainer Series (December): The P-card Process

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:39:02 -0600

Mark your calendars for the next session of Procurement and Business Services' monthly "Train the Trainer" series!

The December session will dive into the P-Card Process to help you understand all the nuances and to ensure all supporting documentation is properly uploaded in preparation for a review, i.e, auditors. Let's diffuse the myths of this being a difficult process just because it may be unfamiliar.

"The Pcard Process"

When: Friday, Dec. 12

Where: Library Room 205

Time: 10am-noon

If you have a UAH p-card and/or reconcile a p-card for your department and/or anticipate obtaining a p-card due to your role and responsibilities, this session is for you! Come ready to share and be engaged.

About the "Train the Trainer Series" (Second Friday of the Month)

Procurement and Business Services recently introduced its "Train the Trainer" series. Held the second Friday of each month, these in-person training sessions are designed to take one topic and discuss tips and techniques to guide all participants to success. Come ready to share and be engaged.

Thank you for your support of the "kick off" session in November. View photos below.

A special thank you to the "Train the Trainer" Travel Liaisons! Friday, November 14, 2025

A special thank you to all attendees from the respective UAH departments

UAH departments showed up and showed out to learn about the Travel Process on Friday, November 14, 2025

Train the Trainer Travel Liaison Katie Bryant, SMAP, Friday, November 14, 2025

Train the Trainer Travel Liaison Lori Wheeler, Earth System Science Center, Friday, November 14, 2025

Train the Trainer Travel Liaison DeShannon Smithey, College of Education, Sport, & Human Sciences, Friday, November 14, 2025