The Bear Essentials Food Pantry will be closed during UCA’s Spring Break from Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27. We will reopen at 11 am on Monday, March 30.
Have a safe and relaxing Spring Break!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ucabearessentials
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bearessentialsfoodpantry/
Email: bearessentials@uca.edu
Submitted by: Lesley Graybeal, lgraybeal@uca.edu on 03/05/2026
Apply now to support UCA’s civic engagement work as a campus ambassador with Vote Everywhere, a project of the Andrew Goodman Foundation.
Student ambassadors collaborate closely with UCA’s Division of Outreach & Community Engagement and national Vote Everywhere staff to develop and implement a campus plan for voter engagement. Student ambassadors and can expect to expand their knowledge of civil rights, help institutionalize voting on campus, and develop leadership skills.
Ambassadors are typically awarded a stipend from the Andrew Goodman Foundation ($500 per semester).
You can learn more about the national Vote Everywhere concept and history at https://andrewgoodman.org/vote-everywhere/
Apply to be an ambassador at https://forms.gle/mgNX9nymjdfSERFcA or email lgraybeal@uca.edu for more information. Applications close on Friday, April 3rd.
https://forms.gle/mgNX9nymjdfSERFcA
Submitted by: Erica Ruble, ERICAR@UCA.EDU on 03/09/2026
University Marketing and Communications (UMAC) is offering Cap and Gown photos for May 2026 Graduates on March 31 and April 1 at the Fountain. Undergraduate gowns and caps will be available.
Photos are offered by appointment only. Please submit the form to reserve your spot!
Contact Erica Ruble at ericar@uca.edu for questions.
Submitted by: Lyn Gayfield, egayfield@uca.edu on 03/10/2026
Fellowship with Friends / Expand your UCA Network
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
X-Period 1:40 – 2:30 p.m.
RWSC Lawn, RWSC Ballroom Rain Location
All UCA Staff, Faculty, and Students Are Welcome
Free ice cream while supplies last.
Vegan options and assorted toppings will be available.
Email osac@uca.edu if you have any questions.
https://uca.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12324231
Submitted by: Rob Stine, rstine@uca.edu on 03/10/2026
Unfortunately, due to weather, Climb to Zipline has been canceled for tomorrow. However, there will be more opportunities later this semester!
Submitted by: Lindsey Shurley, fye@uca.edu on 02/25/2026
Student Orientation Staff (SOS) applications are open! Are you looking to make an impact at UCA? This is a great way to get started and give back to campus!
Apply in CubConnect through March 11 at 4:00pm. Interviews will be held Sunday, March 15-Wednesday, March 18.
SOS is a group of 90 upperclassman student leaders who volunteer their time to connect with incoming freshmen and their families at summer orientation (SOAR), Move-In Day, and during Welcome Week in August.
If you are interested in learning more or have questions, attend our interest meeting Tuesday, March 3rd at x-period (1:40pm) in Student Center 214 or reach out to us at ucasosorange@gmail.com.
In applicants, we are looking for students who exhibit leadership skills, a strong work ethic, and have a heart for service.
https://uca.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/712164
Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 02/26/2026
Join us at Shock Stadium for a midweek matchup featuring the Golden Hurricane of Tulsa and the Central Arkansas Bears! First pitch is at 5 PM. Students get in for free with their bear card! View the full composite schedule by clicking the link below!
Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 02/26/2026
Softball has four at home this weekend for the Milisa Moore/Shane Lamb Tournament! Friday – 5 PM vs UT Chattanooga. Saturday – 2 PM vs ULM and 4:30 PM vs UT Chattanooga. Sunday – 5 PM vs ULM. You can find any schedule changes by clicking the link to the composite schedule below!
Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 02/26/2026
Little Rock comes to Conway on Friday and Sunday for their series! The Bears and Trojans will face off at 6 PM on Friday and at 2 PM on Sunday. Saturday’s game will take place in Little Rock. Find the schedule by using the link below!
Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 02/26/2026
Missing soccer? Come out to the Bill Stephens Complex for spring soccer! Kickoff vs Arkansas State at 3 PM! Free admission!
