The UCA Biology Department and Pearson Higher Education will host "Darwin Day" on March 3. Darwin Day is a global celebration of science and reason held near the birthday of Charles Darwin, who was born Feb. 12. However, inclement weather forced this year's celebration to be postponed. The goals for this event are to inform the public about the importance of evolution as the unifying theme … [Read more...]
Best-Selling Author Nicholas Sparks to Visit UCA
The University of Central Arkansas's Distinguished Lecture Series will continue with literary sensation Nicholas Sparks at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 15 in the Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall. The evening will include a lecture followed by a question and answer session and a book signing. As one of the world's most loved authors, Sparks has landed at the top of the New York Times Best … [Read more...]
Blood, Sweat & Tears,The Buckinghams to Perform
The University of Central Arkansas's Nostalgia Series will rock out Reynolds Performance Hall at 7:30 p.m. March 4 when The Buckinghams and Blood, Sweat & Tears bring their acts to campus. Blood, Sweat & Tears, formed in New York City in 1967, is known for such 1960s and '70s hits as "And When I Die," "You've Made Me So Very Happy," and "Spinning Wheel," all of which reached No. 2 on … [Read more...]
Lorien Foote Finalist for Lincoln Prize
Lorien Foote, an associate professor of history at the University of Central Arkansas, was among the seven finalists competing for the 2011 Lincoln Prize. The Lincoln Prize is awarded annually for scholarly work on Abraham Lincoln, the American Civil War soldier or a subject related to the Civil War era. The winner receives a $50,000 prize. Foote's book, "The Gentlemen and the Roughs: … [Read more...]
Hinkle Reappointed to UCA Board of Trustees
Kay Hinkle has been reappointed to the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees by Gov. Mike Beebe. Hinkle, of Mountain View, was first appointed to the board in 2004. She is a 1970 graduate of UCA with a degree in business. Hinkle's current term will expire January 2018. "I am honored and excited about serving another term on the UCA Board of Trustees," Hinkle said. "It is a … [Read more...]
More than 2,000 Achieve Academic Honors
The University of Central Arkansas has announced the Dean's List and the Presidential Scholars List for the fall 2010 semester. There are 1,243 students who are Dean's List recipients and 759 students who are named Presidential Scholars. Recognition on the Dean's List requires at least a 3.5 grade point average with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours. Students must achieve a 4.0 grade … [Read more...]
Old Main Named to National Register
Old Main has joined the prestigious list of landmarks in the state. The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program announced Feb.11 that Old Main, formerly Main Hall, has been named to the National Register of Historic Places. Old Main was among the 11 properties in the state under consideration for the designation. The National Historic Register recognizes properties based on its history, … [Read more...]
UCA Campus Closed Friday
UCA will be closed Friday, Feb 11, due to inclement weather and hazardous travel conditions. Essential personnel such as physical plant employees, College Square staff and UCAPD should report. Christian Cafeteria will be open on Friday. Brunch will be served from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and dinner from 4-6 p.m. The Starbucks in Torreyson Library will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bear Village C-Store … [Read more...]
Event Honors Work of Charles Darwin
The UCA Biology Department and Pearson Higher Education will host a series of events to celebrate the life and work of Charles Darwin and to promote science literacy. Darwin Day is a global celebration of science and reason held near the birthday of Charles Darwin, who was born Feb. 12, 1809 in Shrewsbury, England. The goals for this event are to inform the public about the importance of … [Read more...]
Jazz Performer Wynton Marsalis Comes to UCA
The University of Central Arkansas's A Night Out at Reynolds Series returns with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, led by legendary trumpet soloist Wynton Marsalis, at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 21 at the Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall. "Wynton Marsalis is arguably the premier jazz trumpet player in the world today," said Jerry Biebesheimer, director of UCA Public Appearances. "Many of … [Read more...]
