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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Alabama chapter.

Name of organization: The 49

Organization Type: Out of State Student – Social

What is the objective of your organization? We want to help out of state students find a place at UA, and feel more at home here. We host a number of events that are geared towards getting out of state students involved on and off campus, but also to help them meet new people from all over the country!

What events do you plan to hold this semester/what is your next event? We have a number of events in the works such as a bowling night, escape room, and grill out. However, our next event will be a relaxing hike at Moss Rock Preserve just outside of Birmingham

How can others get involved in your organization? The easiest way is to check out our social media (The49ua), and also sign up for our email list at: https://goo.gl/forms/7gZKrvsbSflZ1rab2 . Lastly, they can email us directly at the49org@gmail.com!

What is your favorite part about your organization?

James Dolan, Director of Community Service, Freshman: “My favorite part about the 49 would be that it helps freshman especially feel more at home. I met so many people through the 49, and continue to make new friends at each event”

Julia Griffin, Freshman Exec/Co-Director of Events, Freshman: “My favorite part about the 49 is the opportunities is provides. I was able to get an executive/leadership position in my Freshman year with the 49, and there are constant opportunities to help, and become more involved on campus.”

For more information, please contact: The 49 – the49org@gmail.com

Social Media Handles: Twitter & IG: @the49ua    fb.com/the49ua

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Helmi Henkin

Alabama '18

Helmi is a senior at The University of Alabama from Menlo Park, California studying psychology and French. She has been to 78 countries on seven continents! Her favorites are Finland (since that's where her family lives), Bali and Antarctica. When she's not in class or traveling she loves reading, singing and songwriting, and hanging out with friends.