UCA Magazine

UCA Named a Bicycle-Friendly University

The League of American Bicyclists recognized the University of Central Arkansas with a bronze Bicycle Friendly UniversitySM (BFUSM) award in November 2017.

Howard’s Numbers Stack up to UCA Legend

Howard is also the most prolific three-point shooter in Southland Conference history, taking over that mantle back in January. He is also the 2018 Southland Conference Men’s Player of the Year and a two-time SLC Student-Athlete of the Year.

UCA Hires New Provost

Dr. Patricia S. Poulter will join the University of Central Arkansas as its new provost and executive vice president of Academic Affairs.

President’s Society Reception

University of Central Arkansas President Houston Davis and his wife, Jenny, invited members of the 2017 President’s Society to a special reception Feb. 23 at Cache Restaurant in Little Rock.

Up Close with Taine Duncan

Taine Duncan wears many hats — from Faculty Senate president to professor to co-mentor — which has only fueled her ability to impact the University of Central Arkansas through her many accomplishments.

Up Close with Erica Ruble

Upon arriving at the University of Central Arkansas, Erica Ruble ’11 found a new home and has never left.
As a student, the Bald Knob native began working in the Financial Accounting Office, then transitioned to a full-time financial support analyst after graduating. She began working in the Welcome Center in Wingo Hall as the public information specialist. She currently works as the operations manager for University Relations and Creative Services.

Up Close with Hershila Lallu

Advocating for diversity has been Hershila Lallu’s first priority since coming to the University of Central Arkansas, and it shows in her work.

Passing the Torch

At UCA, students have the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research with faculty members. This provides innumerable teaching opportunities that not only benefit the students, but also the faculty.

Reaching the Top

Now an alumna of Sigma Sigma Sigma, Romes was a student member of the sorority when she met Hayden Murry at a Phi Gamma Delta philanthropy event in fall 2015. Murry asked five of his fraternity brothers-Benjy Richards, Landon Bear, Corey Pillow, Steven Bowen and Cesar Ramriez-got together to make the plan a reality.

Preserving Arkansas’s Natural Treasures

Out of the many natural treasures that can be found in the state of Arkansas, there are few that can compare to the beauty and popularity of the Buffalo River. The Buffalo River, which winds more than 150 miles long through northern Arkansas, attracts thousands of visitors every year for camping, float trips, sightseeing and hiking.