Spring/Summer 2015

Hunter Phillips Goodman Selected as Presidential Leadership Scholar

Dr. Hunter Phillips Goodman, executive director of development at the University of Central Arkansas, has been selected to be a member of the inaugural class of Presidential Leadership Scholars, a unique leadership development initiative that draws upon the resources of the U.S. presidential centers of Lyndon B. Johnson, George H.W. Bush, William J. Clinton, and George W. Bush.

Night of Distinction

The University of Central Arkansas hosted the fifth annual Night of Distinction Saturday, April 25, at the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion in Little Rock. Night of Distinction is the awards gala honoring past and present recipients of the Distinguished Alumni Award and the Alumni Service Award.

Fowler to Lead Annual Fund

Haley Crafton Fowler came to the University of Central Arkansas as a student in 2002. Her parents encouraged her to attend UCA and the reason is not surprising: Fowler could continue the family legacy. Eight maternal and paternal relatives attended UCA, making it a very special place for the entire family.

Night with the Arkansas Travelers

Join Fellow UCA Alumni & Friends for a fun night out with the Arkansas Travelers.

Donaghey Hall First Look

The look of UCA’s campus is about to change dramatically as the university works to create a mixed-use facility on the east side of Donaghey Avenue. The project, known as Donaghey Hall, will be a 67,500-square-foot, four-story building located on the corner of Bruce Street and Donaghey Avenue.

Dr. Barbara Williams

The University of Central Arkansas is home to many magnificent teachers and mentors, but Dr. Barbara Williams, professor and recently appointed chairwoman of the UCA Board of Nursing, is truly one of a kind.

Kyle Tabor

A marketing degree from the University of Central Arkansas will get you more than just a diploma and a handshake from President Tom Courtway… especially when you’re a hard-working risk taker like 2013 graduate Kyle Tabor.

Reesa Ramsahai

University of Central Arkansas counselor Reesa Ramsahai didn’t always want to be a counselor. “My dad said, ‘Reesa, do something that makes money, and when you make money, go ahead and do something you love to do.’ And I did exactly that,” Ramsahai said, grinning.

Alisha Farris

Growing up in the South with a love for food isn’t necessarily uncommon, but for most people it doesn’t usually lead to a career in nutrition and an appearance on ABC’s “Good Morning America”. For 2003 and 2004 University of Central Arkansas graduate Alisha Farris, however, that’s exactly how it happened.