The Big Deal
The Big Deal Information
The Big Deal is UNA's largest Mane Month event that kicks off the semester featuring campus organizations, departments, and community vendors. This event is packed with games, entertainment, giveaways, food, and other activities to help students get acquainted with the Shoals and connected with campus.
Date: Thursday, August 17, 2023
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Intersection of Court Street and Irvine Avenue (in front of Rogers Hall)
*There is NO rain date for this event.
Big Deal Registration
Registration for a table at the Big Deal is free for all UNA organizations and departments. The deadline to register is August 1st. Please complete the registration using this online form.
All groups may begin arriving at 5:00pm and should be set up no later than 5:30pm. Groups will be provided with an 8ft table.
For questions or concerns, please contact studentengagement@una.edu.
Community vendors are invited to participate in The Big Deal! This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your business or organization. Please see the information below for details about registering for a table.
- May 1 - June 30: Early bird registration ($50 for businesses, $35 for nonprofits)
- July 1 - August 1: Final registration ($75 for businesses, $50 for nonprofits)
All community vendors can register using this online link. Once you have submitted your registration, you will receive an online link to pay for your spot. Registration is not complete until a payment has been received. *Payments are non-refundable.
All groups may begin arriving at 5:00pm and should be set up no later than 5:30pm. Groups will be provided with an 8ft table.
For questions or concerns, please contact studentengagement@una.edu.