Fall 2015

Renaissance Man

Wright is a poet and artist married to his high school sweetheart. He has a black cat named Spooky, has published seven books and has been published in magazines and journals ranging from “McSweeney’s” to “Rolling Stone.”

Mullen Named New Director of Admissions

Courtney Mullen is the new director of the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services at the University of Central Arkansas, and she is definitely filled with UCA pride. With her determined attitude and positive outlook, she is ready to use her new position to lead UCA to achieve even greater success.

Main Stage EdUCAtion Series for K-12 Students Begins in November 2015

The University of Central Arkansas will begin a new performing arts series for K-12 students in central Arkansas. The series brings K-12 students to campus to experience professional theatre at an early age and connects children, teachers and schools to performing arts in meaningful ways that complement the school curriculum.

TEDxUniversityOfCentralArkansas Debuts March 4, 2016

The inaugural TEDxUniversityOfCentralArkansas is set to debut on the campus of University of Central Arkansas on Friday, March 4, 2016.

Courtway Names 2015-2016 Presidential Leadership Fellows

This prestigious student opportunity affords students the opportunity to serve as student representatives of the President’s Office, while sharing their personal collegiate experience at various institutional events and become involved with the community and business leadership sectors around Conway.

No Increase in Tuition or Fees for the 2015-2016 Academic Year

For the first time in more than 20 years, University of Central Arkansas students did not experience an increase in tuition and fees for the 2015-2016 academic year.

Crew Of Dignitaries Topple Wall at McCastlain Hall Ceremony

One by one, officials and dignitaries at the University of Central Arkansas took a swing at a wall in McCastlain Hall in the event commemorating the start of renovations to the historic building. The special wall-crashing event was June 9, 2015.

Military Students and Families Receive In-State Tuition

The University Board of Trustees approved a resolution in May 2015 to allow in-state tuition for some military servicemen, veterans and their families.

‘Framework for the Future’ Progresses as More Projects Topped Out

The University of Central Arkansas celebrated topping-out ceremonies for Conway Corporation Center for Sciences and Donaghey Hall

New Director of Special Events

Ashley Love ’07 has been named director of special events. Love succeeds Don Bingham, who became administrator of the Governor’s Mansion for Governor Asa Hutchinson in January 2015. She will oversee activities associated with the President’s Home and other campus venues.