[Low D Flat]

It makes sense that they have orientation sessions right before classes start, but they really ought to hold spots in the other sessions for people going through rush. The nationwide college reply date is today, but in-state kids in Alabama probably put their deposits down months ago, which is why they were able to fill up all the non-conflicting orientation spots. There's a national system for a reason -- kids don't have their fin aid offers, etc. from other schools until mid-April. People should not have to commit to attend Alabama in February in order to get an orientation spot that's consistent with other ALABAMA programs. We're not talking about a conflict with a family wedding.