UCA Promotes Campus Safety
September 1, 2010
The University of Central Arkansas will kick off National Campus Safety Awareness Month during the UCA Bears football game on Sept. 2. UCA is among several colleges and universities that will promote safety awareness during the month of September. The university is partnering with Security on Campus Inc., a non-profit organization whose goal is to prevent violence, substance abuse and other crimes on college and university campuses. … [Read More...]
UCA’s Debt Rating Remains Stable
August 31, 2010
The University of Central Arkansas's debt rating remains stable, according to a recent report by Moody's Investors Service. The stable outlook reflects expectations of a gradual improvement in cash and financial resource levels, management's ongoing successful implementation of cash flow enhancement efforts and continued support from the state, the report states. The university maintained its A3 rating. In May, UCA's rating was recalibrated to A3 from Baa1. … [Read More...]
Chamber Hosts Conway Daze at UCA
August 26, 2010
University of Central Arkansas students got a taste of what the City of Conway has to offer during Conway Daze Wednesday on the UCA campus. More than 30 local vendors lined Bruce Street to share information about their services and products. Students sampled food from local restaurants, received back massages, and learned about opportunities to volunteer in the community. Other activities included games, live music, and a free catfish dinner on the lawn. Visit UCA's YouTube page for more on … [Read More...]
UCA Receives Accreditation from HLC
August 26, 2010
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools approved a visiting team's recommendation to accredit University of Central Arkansas for seven years. The 10-member evaluation team conducted a site visit March 8-10. Its goal was to verify the university's self-study findings, make judgments about UCA's compliance with good practice, federal requirements, and HLC policies; recommend appropriate follow-up; and provide … [Read More...]
Convocation Marks Start of Academic Year
August 26, 2010
More than 1,000 freshmen were officially welcomed to the University of Central Arkansas Monday during Opening Convocation at Reynolds Performance Hall. The ceremony marked the start of the 2010-2011 academic year. Classes begin Thursday. UCA President Allen Meadors congratulated the students for making the choice to continue their education. Fewer than 20 percent of Arkansans have earned a baccalaureate degree. Meadors encouraged the freshmen to finish college. Visit UCA's YouTube page … [Read More...]
UCA Hosts Annual Move-In Day
August 22, 2010
Hundreds of parents and new students converged on the campus of the University of Central Arkansas Sunday morning for the annual Move-In Day. UCA faculty, staff, students and local organizations helped unload vehicles and hauled televisions, clothes, and mini-fridges to dorm rooms. UCA President Allen Meadors greeted the students and their families and helped with the move in. Meadors along with other UCA faculty and staff answered questions. Numerous activities were scheduled throughout the … [Read More...]
Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency Receives Credentials
August 19, 2010
A UCA program that focuses on developing pediatric physical therapists has been credentialed by the American Physical Therapy Association. The University of Central Arkansas's Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency Program is the first physical therapy residency program in the state and one of six pediatric programs nationally to be credentialed. Other pediatric physical therapy residency programs that have received the designation include Duke University and the University of Oregon. âAs … [Read More...]
UCA Police to Join "Booze and Belts" Campaign
August 19, 2010
The UCA Police Department is joining the Arkansas State Police and local law enforcement agencies around the state for the "Booze and Belts" traffic safety campaign. Law enforcement officers will be stepping up enforcement of traffic safety laws looking for impaired drivers, as well as those who are not buckled up, during the Labor Day holiday beginning Aug. 20. Arch Jones Jr., public information officer for the UCA Police Department, said law enforcement officers will be cracking down on motorists … [Read More...]
UCA Among the Best in the South
August 17, 2010
The University of Central Arkansas ranks17th out of 69 public universities in the category of âTop Public Schoolsâ among regional universities in the South, according to the 2011 Best Colleges rankings by U.S. News & World Report. Overall, UCA ranks 47th out of 121 private and public institutions in the South. The university remains the highest ranked Arkansas public university among regional universities in the South, according to the report. UCA President Allen Meadors was pleased … [Read More...]
More than 450 Degrees Conferred Aug. 13
August 17, 2010
More than 450 degrees were conferred during summer commencement held Aug. 13 at the Farris Center. Tyler Morehart, of Fort Smith, gave the student address before hundreds who gathered for the ceremony. Morehart, who received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, told his fellow graduates they are now members of an elite group. âWe are no longer teacher and student, but colleagues,â he said. Visit UCA's YouTube page for sights and sounds of 2010 Summer Commencement. UCA President … [Read More...]