UCA Magazine

A New Record: UCA Crushes Previous Day of Giving Fundraising Total

UCA raised $1,126,580 during its sixth annual Day of Giving held March 5, establishing another all-time fundraising record. It was the first time the institution raised more than $1 million in a single Day of Giving event.

SGA Initiative Brings Free Feminine Hygiene Products to Campus

In spring 2019, the University of Central Arkansas installed feminine hygiene product dispensers in women’s and gender neutral restrooms across campus.

David E. Williams ’12, veteran’s service coordinator, faces life after COVID-19

Williams’ coronavirus experience included a 17-day hospital stay, with eight of those days being on a ventilator. He is now home and furthering his journey toward recovery.

Elizabeth Farris ’77

There was never a doubt that Elizabeth Farris ’77 would attend the University of Central Arkansas. After all, her family has a long history with the institution.

Mike Norvell Hired as Florida State’s Head Football Coach

Mike Norvell ’05, ’07 was hired as Florida State University’s 11th head football coach in December 2019.

Curtis Barnett Appointed to UCA Board of Trustees

Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson appointed Curtis Barnett ’86 to the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees.

UCA Earns Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification

The Carnegie Foundation has announced that the University of Central Arkansas is one of the 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation that indicates an institutional commitment to community engagement.