Tymera Marsh excels in Apptegy internship Tymera Marsh has been named the University of Central Arkansas Internships and Cooperative Education 2025-26 Intern of the Year. The Intern of the Year award recognizes students who have distinguished themselves through exemplary performance that surpassed standard internship expectations and gained meaningful experiences that enhanced both their … [Read more...] about UCA names Intern of the Year
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UCA Aviation Academy selected as one of six universities nationwide to host U.S. Air Force flight training program
Eight cadets from AFJRTOC to participate in competitive summer program June 10-Aug. 7 The University of Central Arkansas Aviation Academy will again partner with the U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) to host cadets for a competitive flight training program this summer. UCA is one of only six universities nationwide selected for the 2026 program. The … [Read more...] about UCA Aviation Academy selected as one of six universities nationwide to host U.S. Air Force flight training program
UCA summer camps now open for registration
The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) has officially opened registration for its 2026 summer camps, offering a wide range of engaging and educational opportunities for rising kindergarten through 12th-grade students. UCA camps provide dynamic, hands-on experiences designed to spark creativity, build skills and encourage exploration in a fun and supportive environment. With programming … [Read more...] about UCA summer camps now open for registration
UCA announces spring commencement dates
Ceremonies set for April 30, May 1 The University of Central Arkansas will hold spring commencement on Thursday and Friday, April 30 and May 1, 2026. All ceremonies will be held at the Farris Center and will be livestreamed. The university will confer 986 undergraduate degrees and certificates and 324 graduate degrees and certificates from the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social … [Read more...] about UCA announces spring commencement dates
UCA recognizes outstanding faculty, staff in annual celebration
Six individuals honored at 73rd annual event The University of Central Arkansas honored outstanding faculty and staff during the 73rd annual Faculty & Staff Recognition Celebration Tuesday, April 14. Ashley Phillips, Department of Accounting, received the Public Service Award, which recognizes individuals whose service contributions to the UCA community, professional community and … [Read more...] about UCA recognizes outstanding faculty, staff in annual celebration
United States Air Force Band Airmen of Note to perform in Conway
Tickets available now for April 23 performance The University of Central Arkansas is proud to host the United States Air Force Band - Airmen of Note for a free concert at Reynolds Performance Hall Thursday, April 23, at 7 p.m. The Airmen of Note, the U.S. Air Force’s premier jazz ensemble, will be on a spring tour through Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana from April 23 to … [Read more...] about United States Air Force Band Airmen of Note to perform in Conway
Grammy Award-winning Sō Percussion to perform in Conway
Tickets available now for April 11 performance The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances, in conjunction with the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Artists in Residence program, will present Sō Percussion Saturday, April 11, at 7 p.m. at the Windgate Center for Fine and Performing Arts. For 25 years and counting, Grammy-winning percussion quartet Sō Percussion … [Read more...] about Grammy Award-winning Sō Percussion to perform in Conway
Tom Gordon, co-founder & CEO of Slim Chickens, to headline UCA’s 2026 Davis Lecture Series
The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) College of Business has announced Tom Gordon, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Slim Chickens, as this year’s Davis Lecture Series Speaker. Gordon will present Tuesday, April 7, at 1:40 p.m. in the UCA College of Business Auditorium in Conway, Arkansas. Gordon provides personal and tailored support for franchisees in a rapidly growing system, and … [Read more...] about Tom Gordon, co-founder & CEO of Slim Chickens, to headline UCA’s 2026 Davis Lecture Series
Herron Horton Architects to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
Events planned April 10-17 The University of Central Arkansas will host Herron Horton Architects, a Little Rock-based architecture and interior design firm, for a multiday residency April 10 and April 13-17, with events that showcase the intersection of art, architecture and human-centered design. The residency will feature a public exhibition, panel discussion and keynote-style … [Read more...] about Herron Horton Architects to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
UCA Theatre Department to present ‘Little Women: The Broadway Musical’
Performances set for April 10-19 The University of Central Arkansas Theatre Department has announced its upcoming production of “Little Women: The Broadway Musical,” a heartfelt and timeless story of family, ambition and resilience. Based on the beloved novel by Louisa May Alcott, this musical adaptation brings the March sisters to life through soaring music and deeply human … [Read more...] about UCA Theatre Department to present ‘Little Women: The Broadway Musical’