The University of Alabama Next Chapter Scholars is a small‑cohort, senior‑year initiative designed to help graduating students confidently transition from the undergraduate experience into post‑grad life. Scholars meet twice a month in community with peers who are navigating similar questions, decisions, and “wait…no one taught us this?” moments.
Through guided conversations and sessions led by campus professionals, students gain practical insight into real‑world topics like insurance and benefits, financial wellness, workplace culture, nutrition, and overall well‑being.
Key Outcomes
Gain practical knowledge about benefits, budgeting, financial wellness, and other essentials of post-graduation life.
Approach new professional environments with the skills to communicate, contribute, and advocate for yourself.
Build meaningful relationships and support systems that extend beyond graduation.
Expectations
- Complete an application for the semester in which you will graduate
- Attend the twice a month workshops
- Meet with the SAEA Director or Program Manager to discuss post-grad plans, career goals, opportunities, and resources
Mark Your Calendar!
- The Fall 2026 NCS Interest Form will open in late July 2026.
- Fall 2026 Cohort will meet in late August, twice a month in September, October, and November, and then once in December.
- More details will be provided to the selected cohort via email.
Fall 2026 Scholars
- Aniya Abner, Consumer Sciences: Financial Planning, Mobile, AL
- William Battle, Management, Gardendale, AL
- Adeleke Famoriyo, Management Information Systems, Braselton, GA
- Craig Fields, Business Cyber Security, Chatom, AL
- Kelvin Hutchinson, Civil Engineering, Gadsden, AL
- Tykel King, Accounting, Northport, AL
- Ashton McGhee, Applied Liberal Arts & Sciences, Luverne, AL
- Zyriah Meadows, Accounting, Kellyton, AL
- Sarah Rhone, Interior Design, Marietta, GA
- Lindsey Stinson, Marketing, Political Science, Birmingham, AL
- Diana Tracey, Human Environmental Sciences, African American Studies, Chicago, IL
- Dakaria Williams, Psychology, Birmingham, AL
All of these Scholars will graduate December 2026 and begin their full time career and/or attend graduate school.