1.1 Conference Training Center (formerly University Center)
Location: Conference Training Center room 100
Phone: (256) 824-3625
The Conference Training Center (formerly University Center) is a part of the co- curricular educational program of the university and is designed to enhance student socialization, engagement, and entertainment. The facility offers meeting rooms, a dining room and cafeteria, lounges, and the Charger Brew coffee shop.
Meeting Rooms and Audio Visual Services
The Conference Training Center has 3 meeting rooms designed for a variety of functions. The center also has an Exhibit Hall that can accommodate meetings and events for up to 500 people. The facility has a large number of tables as well as easels, whiteboards, and a movable stage.
In addition to reserving space, the Conference Training Center staff can assist with designing event space to maximize audience comfort. The Event Services and Productions office is located in the Charger Union Room 202 and can be reached at (256) 824-2302. The Conference Training Center offers professional in-house audiovisual services customized to events. The Audio Visual office is located in Charger Union Room 202 and can be reached at (256) 824-1502.
1.2 Charger Union
Location: 4750 Holmes Ave.
Reservations: (256) 824-2302
Information Desk: (256) 824-4663
Opened January 8, 2014, the Charger Union serves as the heart of the UAH community. It provides a comfortable, safe, and welcoming environment for student life and engagement. The Charger Union supports the personal and professional development of students, offering formal and informal spaces to attend programs and access to high-quality services that enhance UAH’s educational mission. This 100,000-square-foot building has room for just about everything, with professional and productive work spaces and relaxing and entertaining hangout spots for students, faculty, and staff to enjoy. The Charger Union offers many accommodations including built-in audiovisual equipment, specialty lighting, and a state-of-the-art movie theater that seats 330. With over 40 LCD screens throughout the building, the CGU offers a true multimedia experience.
The CGU lobby houses the University Bookstore, Dunkin’ Donuts, and The Den by Denny's. There is also an information desk that includes lost and found items and game room supplies. The second floor houses the Dean of Students office, Student Life, the Student Organizations Suite, Event Services (including audiovisual), and other administrative offices.
1.3 University Bookstore
Location: Charger Union Lower Lobby, room 122
Phone: (256) 824-6604
The University Bookstore is a full-service college bookstore operated for the needs and convenience of our students and the Huntsville community. In addition to providing textbooks and other items required for courses taught on campus, the bookstore sells UAH clothing and gifts, study aids, school supplies and course-required art kits, stethoscopes, scrubs, convenience items and more. In addition to a wide variety of titles in stock, the bookstore can gladly special-order any book in print.
Beginning with the Fall 2024 semester all required course materials are available through our Charger Course Pack program for a flat per credit hour fee of $24 for undergraduate students. Charger Course Pack makes getting your required course materials both convenient and affordable, with all materials available on or before the first day of class. Full details about the program can be found here.
1.4 UAH Galleries of Art
Department of Art, Art History & Design
Location: Wilson Hall, room 160B
Phone: (256) 824-6114
Email: art@uah.edu
www.uah.edu/ahss/departments/art/galleries
The Department of Art and Art History organizes exhibitions and events in three galleries on the UAH campus. The Union Grove Gallery and Meeting Hall is located just west of the Conference Training Center, the Library Gallery is in the Salmon Library, and the main gallery is in Wilson Hall. The galleries provide opportunities for the university and Huntsville communities to view the work of students as well as local, regional, and nationally recognized artists. The exhibitions change frequently and offer a wide range of artistic perspectives.
1.5 Spragins Hall
Athletic Department
Location: Spragins Hall, room 205
Phone: (256) 824-6144
Spragins Hall is a multipurpose athletic facility that includes a gymnasium for basketball and volleyball, two racquetball courts, six tennis courts, a weight room, and instructional classrooms. The primary use is for varsity athletics.
1.6 University Fitness Center
Location: 500 John Wright Drive
Phone: (256) 824-5500
https://www.uah.edu/university-recreation/fitness-center
University Recreation (UREC) opened to the UAH campus community in September of 2001. Since that time, it has become a well-utilized resource for UAH students, faculty/staff, and the community.
University Recreation, which is housed at the University Fitness Center (UFC), provides the campus and community with multiple health and fitness options. In March of 2014 a renovation of the weight room was completed, which included the installation of all new state-of-the-art fitness equipment. The fitness program provides free program creations for all members, as well as small group training. Personal training is also available at an additional fee. 3 gymnasium courts are available and can be used for basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, group exercise, and more. An indoor pool provides for lap swimming, aquatic fitness classes, and swimming lessons. The group exercise program is made up of over 60 classes per week to choose from. These classes are taught in one of three group exercise rooms, and also on the back court of the gymnasium. The cardio center upstairs, which was recently upgraded in 2019, consists of a large variety of cardiovascular machines including treadmills, elliptical, bikes, rowing machines, and more. In addition, an indoor track is located upstairs and can be used for walking and running, as well as a stretching area that can be used for warming up, cooling down, or core work. The track is a 1/10-mile loop. Intramural sports and sport clubs are also housed within University Recreation and provide students the opportunity to be involved in a variety of sport programs, no matter their skill level. The outdoor recreation program facilitates trips locally and regionally to encourage participation in the great outdoors. This program also offers an outdoor equipment rental program as well as the Charger Cycle rental program. There is no additional cost for full-time students (graduate and undergraduate); membership is paid through student fees. Part-time students pay a pro-rated fee based on the number of credit hours they are registered for. All students need to access the UFC is their Charger Card. Memberships are also available for the immediate family of UAH students, faculty, and staff.
1.7 University Park
UAH acquired University Park from the city of Huntsville in 2013. The 10- acre park is adjacent to the southeast area of campus. Amenities include green space that will allow groups to use the park for picnics and other outdoor gatherings, as well as ball fields to be used for intramural sports.