Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 04/01/2025
Come out to the Farris Center at 6:30 PM on Monday, April 7th, to support our cheer and dance teams before they head off to Nationals! They will honor their seniors before the performance and then debut their routines for Nationals!
Submitted by: Deanne Murphey, dmurphey@uca.edu on 04/01/2025
European Folklore Bear Camp: July 21-25, 2025, 8:30 am-3:00 pm (drop off begins at 8:00 am)
Join the European Folktales Bear Camp for an adventure into the captivating origins and mysteries of beloved folktales and fairytales from Germany, France, Italy, and other corners of Europe. Discover how stories are passed down through generations, why similar tales appear across different cultures, and what timeless lessons these stories can teach us.
Through engaging activities, children will explore the power of storytelling, weave their own tales, learn more about European history and culture, and bring stories to life with fun, hands-on crafts. Spark your child’s imagination and curiosity in this unforgettable journey through the magical world of European folktales and fairytales!
la Dolce Vita Bear Camp: August 4-8, 2025, 8:30 am-3:00 pm (drop off begins at 8:00 am)
Let your child embark on an unforgettable journey through the magic of Italy! Kids will explore the sights, sounds, and flavors of this beautiful country through fun activities like learning basic Italian phrases, hearing exciting folktales, and creating stunning crafts like mosaics and frescoes. Each day is packed with hands-on adventures that bring Italy’s art, history, and delicious food to life. Perfect for ages 7-12. Spots are limited—sign up today and give your child a taste of la dolce vita!
Submitted by: Christina Lammers, clammers@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
A lifetime of learned coping patterns leads us to reactive responses in moments of stress and chaos. However, there are lots of small steps we can take to help turn that chaos to calm, the panic into peace. Realigning with Resiliency offers an interactive discussion and exploration of thought-stopping, grounding, and reflection techniques to build our resiliency, helping to move through those tough or tender moments that can weigh so heavily.
Trace Henley, Associate Director at Health Partners Inc.
She earned a bachelor’s in communication and a master’s in organizational leadership and holds certifications as a Society for Human Resources Senior Certified Professional and as a group facilitator. Trace travels the country speaking on leadership, team building, employee experience, and boundaries, and serves on multiple state and local boards in her community.
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
3:00-4:15 PM McCastlain Ballroom
Sponsored by Staff Senate
Submitted by: Christina Lammers, clammers@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
MONDAY APRIL 14
Aramark: Executive Coffee at Einsteins (Discount $1.69)
Bookstore Employee Appreciation 35% Discount with ID
Lost Pizza (2600 College Ave) Dine-In, 20% Faculty/Staff with ID
Bear to Bear – Drop by the Student Center lobby table and write a note of appreciation to a fellow UCA employee 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Podcast- Bear to Bear on Air! 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. (Steve Owens, Leigh Ann DenHartog)
Drop by KUCA in the Student Center and grab the microphone. Share a story about a fellow colleague
and/or someone you wish to thank for their impact while working at UCA!
Pickle Ball tournament – FREE, HPER Center Gym, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Grab a fellow employee and play in the pickleball tournament. Wear athletic gear and bring a pickleball paddle. Questions? Contact Logan Wylie, lwile@uca.edu. Register at this link:
TUESDAY APRIL 15
Aramark: Free regular sized fountain drink with purchase of meal – Twisted Taco
Bookstore Employee Appreciation 35% Discount with ID
Lost Pizza (2600 College Ave) Dine-In, 20% Faculty/Staff with ID
Retiree Luncheon, Noon
Faculty & Staff Recognition Celebration, X-Period (Ronnie Williams Student Center Ballroom)
Drawings for giveaways
Aramark provided Starbucks gift cards
Aramark provided Chik-Fil-A gift cards
Lost Pizza provided gift cards
Bear to Bear – Drop by the table at the Celebration and write a note of appreciation to a fellow UCA employee
*UCA Women’s Softball – UCA vs. Arkansas 5:00 p.m.
*UCA Men’s Baseball – UCA vs. Memphis 6:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY APRIL 16
Bookstore Employee Appreciation 35% Discount with ID
Lost Pizza (2600 College Ave) Dine-In, 20% Faculty/Staff with ID
Administrative Professionals Reception, 3:00- 4:00 McCastlain Hall
Bear to Bear – Drop by the table at the Administrative Professionals reception and write a note of appreciation to a fellow UCA employee
THURSDAY APRIL 17
Bookstore Employee Appreciation 35% Discount with ID
Lost Pizza (2600 College Ave) Dine-In, 20% Faculty/Staff with ID
Forever Bear Ceremony X-Period, Amphitheater
Guest speaker Trace Henley: Realigning with Resiliency
3:00 – 4:15 p.m. McCastlain Hall Ballroom
Speaker Sponsored by Staff Senate
Bear to Bear – Drop by the table at the special presentation and write a note of appreciation to a fellow UCA employee
FRIDAY APRIL 18
Aramark: Friday lunch in Cafeteria with ID (Discount $6)
Bookstore Employee Appreciation 35% Discount with ID
Lost Pizza (2600 College Ave) Dine-In, 20% Faculty/Staff with ID
Zip Lining and Climbing Tower – FREE, Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Wellness, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Questions? Contact Robert Stine in Campus Outdoors at rstine@uca.edu.
*UCA Women’s Softball – UCA vs. Lipscomb 3:00 p.m.
*UCA Athletics
1. Visit ucasports.universitytickets.com
2. Register under student/faculty/staff
3. Login using your UCA Credentials
4. Create an account (if you have not already)
5. Select a game & secure your tickets
https://uca.edu/hr/protectedcontent/newsletter-archives/
Submitted by: Céline Kennard, ckennard@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
UCA Faculty and Staff,
In honor of the upcoming National Student Employment Week (Apr. 14-18), the Career Services Center is looking to highlight one student worker who has gone above and beyond this academic year. The Student Worker of the Year will receive a $100 award and plaque, and their departmental office will be given a trophy to display in the office for a year. Both the student worker and their department will receive campus-wide recognition.
If you have a student worker you would like to celebrate, please fill out the form linked here by Monday, April 7th.
https://uca.edu/career/studentworker/
Submitted by: Kevin Thomas, kpthomas@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) Nutrition & Family Sciences Department is proud to announce that Leila Dickinson has been selected as the 2025 Distinguished Service Award recipient.
Submitted by: Kevin Thomas, kpthomas@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
Student Success Services at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is proud to announce that the International Center for Supplemental Instruction has once again awarded the university’s Supplemental Instruction (SI) Program the prestigious Accredited SI Program status.
Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
Softball is at home at Natalie Shock Stadium for another ASUN conference series! Follow @uca_softball on social media for schedule updates!
Saturday, April 5th
Softball vs EKU at 2 and 5:30 PM
Sunday, April 6th
Softball vs EKU at 12 PM
Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
Another conference series at home – head out to Bear Stadium this weekend! Follow @ucabearbsb on social media for schedule updates!
Friday, April 4th
Baseball vs Lipscomb at 6 PM
Saturday, April 5th
Baseball vs Lipscomb at 4 PM
Sunday, April 6th
Baseball vs Lipscomb at 1 PM
Submitted by: Kristen Oitker, koitker1@uca.edu on 03/31/2025
Two chances to catch the Tennis team at home this week!
Tuesday at 2 PM vs Ole Miss – Conway Tennis Courts
Friday at 10 AM vs Bellarmine – Conway Tennis Courts
