The University of Central Arkansas podcast, U@UCA, was recently awarded the Catalyst Award, for 2024 Best Podcast. Hosted by Assistant Director of Student Affairs Alexandria Smith-Todd, the U@UCA podcast serves as a guide to help future college students and their parents navigate college life at UCA. Emily Greer, a marketing student from Sheridan, serves as co-host. The podcast has featured … [Read more...]
UCA Day of Giving set for March 13
The University of Central Arkansas will host its eleventh annual Day of Giving on Thursday, March 13. Day of Giving is a 24-hour fundraising drive that provides an opportunity to rally the university community and connect donors with specific programs and giving opportunities at UCA. During this time, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students, friends and family are challenged to make a gift of … [Read more...]
Two students, friends presented as CLAWS at February BOT meeting
Cooper Horton and Dylan Silverman-Barnes were recognized as Bear CLAWS recipients at the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees February meeting. CLAWS, an acronym for Celebrating the Lofty Achievements of our Wonderful Students, is awarded to one or more exceptional students or recognized student organizations during regularly scheduled board meetings. Cooper is a senior double … [Read more...]
UCA Welcomes Artist in Residence Valerie Naranjo
The University of Central Arkansas will proudly host percussionist Valerie Naranjo as an Artist in Residence on March 10-11. A free, public concert is March 11, 7:30 p.m., in the Windgate Center for Fine and Performing Arts Concert Hall. Other residency events are student focused. Naranjo holds degrees in vocal and instrumental music education (University of Oklahoma) and Percussion … [Read more...]
UCA Board of Trustees hears promising enrollment outlook
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees hosted a regular meeting on Friday, Feb. 28, in which they were presented with strong current year enrollment and budget performance as well as a positive outlook for fall 2025. “Looking at several data points, we have strong indicators that our incoming freshman class for 2025 will show another significant increase and contribute to the … [Read more...]
UCA Welcomes Artist in Residence Dr. Melvin Chen
The University of Central Arkansas will proudly host pianist and violinist Dr. Melvin Chen as an Artist in Residence on March 4-6. Chen earned a doctorate in chemistry from Harvard University and holds a double master’s degree from The Juilliard School in piano and violin. Chen’s performances have been featured on radio and television stations around the world, including KBS television and … [Read more...]
UCA Welcomes Artist in Residence Colin Christopher
The University of Central Arkansas will proudly host actor Colin Christopher as an Artist in Residence on February 27-28. Actor, dancer, and UCA alumnus, Christopher has had a 20-year career in front of the camera and on stage. He has made his mark acting in off-Broadway theatre productions alongside Cynthia Nixon and Marisa Tomei, among others. Christopher also receives widespread attention … [Read more...]
UCA announces February 2025 Board of Trustees meeting
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees will hold its February meeting at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, in the Board of Trustees Conference Room. After the board meeting, the board will have lunch in Wingo Hall, room 210. Those wishing to view the meeting virtually may do so using the link provided: https://vimeo.com/event/4911986 A printable copy of the agenda may be found at … [Read more...]
UCA Welcomes Artist in Residence Crystal Wagner
The University of Central Arkansas will proudly host installation artist Crystal Wagner as an Artist in Residence from March 2-21. Wagner holds an MFA from the University of Tennessee. In 2013, she was awarded the highly coveted Pollock-Krasner Grant. Wagner’s interest in combining 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms, alternative use of materials, and massive site-specific installations, … [Read more...]
Return to Normal Operations for Friday, February 21
UCA will return to normal campus operations on Friday, February 21. Snow removal efforts and sunshine have done much to clear campus roadways, parking lots, and sidewalks over the past two days. Please continue to exercise caution in your travels on and off campus, as there may still be some lingering ice, particularly in shaded areas. Thank you again to all of our weather-essential employees … [Read more...]
