Meet Tre Turner!
Tre is a senior and serves as the Executive Team Lead for the Communications and Internal Affairs Team of University Programs.
Hired in 2020 during the height of the pandemic, Tre immediately saw the necessity for meaningful engagement experiences on campus. During his time with University Programs, he has been a part of the planning process for over 460 events for UA students. This directly correlates to helping enhance our university community.
In a time when connection and belonging are invaluable to students, he ensures they have a space. He even launched an internal and external campaign to brand our department as an “All are welcome here” space on campus. This is present both in our physical space, digital community, and at UP events.
Tre has continually progressed as a leader through a variety of roles. He started as a first-year student and has maintained his employment with University Programs throughout the entirety of his time at UA. This shows his ability to not only serve as a leader, but he has also trained other students to succeed.
Through his role as the communications team lead, Tre has grown the UP digital presence by 200%. He connected with Strategic Communications, the Division of Student Life communications team, and many other campus partners to seek ways to grow the brand and online presence of University Programs.
He was instrumental in launching Engagement Pods, small groups for UA students to still connect and find a place on campus. This program has continued throughout his tenure and through his encouragement and will continue to provide innovative experiences.
Congratulations Tre, The University of Alabama’s Student Employee of the Year.

Finalists & Nominees
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Student Employee of the Year Award nominees. Your performance has made your supervisor proud and has contributed to the success of your department. You are a valued employee of The University of Alabama and we encourage you to model the same commitment, dedication, and work ethic as you continue your academic and career pursuits.
Thank you for being an asset to The University of Alabama!
Finalists
Avery Boyce
WVUA 23
Amelia Pugh
Blackburn Institute
Uyen Truong
Center for Economic Development
Outstanding Nominees
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Alex Ballin
David Barrett
Madeline Brooks
Johana Chavez
Emma Katharine Dykes
Ryan Engle
Katherine Farnan
Emma Hogan
Allison Huckabee
Ashlyn Huey
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Kenzie Hughes
Brookelyn Lake
Mary Lavorato
Jack Libby
Brittney Moore
Devin Moreno
Christopher Nelson
Catherine O”Halloran
Haley Pennington
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Michelle Sipe
Katherine Stanek
Maggie Stevens
Jax Tavarez
James Turner
Reilly Wells
Megan Wilson
Grace Worley
Emma Yarbrough