UCA Magazine

The College of Business Fuels the Central Arkansas Start-Up Ecosystem

The I&E program was launched to meet the economic development and job growth needs for our region. A high percentage of future jobs created in Arkansas, and ultimately economic growth, will come as a result of new business ventures.

Developing ‘Citizen Scholars’

Dr. Rick Scott, dean of the Schedler Honors College, has been involved with the program for more than 30 years, directing it the last 16 years following the retirement of founder Dr. Norbert Schedler.

Four Young Entrepreneurs in Pursuit

It just so happens that the University of Central Arkansas is in the business of cultivating young entrepreneurs, in an effort to guarantee that each student has a personalized and unique experience to help them thrive once they break out into the great big world.

Women’s Giving Circle Makes First Round of Grants

Established in 2014, the Women’s Giving Circle is a group of alumnae and friends who have pledged to make a difference at UCA through grants for students, faculty and University programs beyond current funding levels.

UCA Receives $250,000 Gift to Endow Accounting Scholarships

UCA received a $250,000 gift to endow the scholarship fund for Faulkner County students who major in accounting. The recipients of the scholarship were Spencer Freyaldenhoven and Kevin Wan.

Baseball With The Bears

The University of Central Arkansas started a series of baseball-centric events in partnership with Office of Alumni Relations, which began in March and stretching out into summer.

Greek Alumni Featured in Online ‘Greek 100’ Initiative

” ‘Greek 100’ is really a project that allows us to celebrate the rich history of Greek life on this campus by profiling 100 Greek alumni and where they are in the world and how they are making a difference because of their involvement not only in Greek life but because of this University.