University of Central Arkansas, Hendrix College sign agreement to create graduate pathways in health and behavioral sciences

Colleges unite to expand opportunities, strengthen Arkansas’ health care workforce pipeline The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) and Hendrix College have entered into a new agreement that establishes a clear and supportive pathway for exceptional Hendrix students to pursue graduate study in health-related fields at UCA. Through this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), qualified … [Read more...]

Music of Billy Joel, Elton John coming to Reynolds Performance Hall

Michael Cavanaugh to perform greatest hits of two pop-rock piano legends The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances will present “Movin’ Out With Michael Cavanaugh – The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John” Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. at Reynolds Performance Hall. Michael Cavanaugh is a charismatic performer and musician made famous for his piano/lead vocals in the Broadway musical … [Read more...]

UCA Theatre Program to present ‘Hamlet’

Performances begin Nov. 7 The University of Central Arkansas’ Theatre Program is proud to present William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” one of the most enduring and powerful works in the English language. Performance dates are Nov. 7, 8, 14 and 15 at 7 each night, and Nov. 9 and 16 at 2 p.m., at the James M. Bridges Black Box Theatre in the Windgate Center for the Fine and Performing Arts, … [Read more...]

Visual artist, educator Sharon Louden to visit UCA as Artist in Residence

Residency invites consideration of integration of arts, health sciences The University of Central Arkansas will host visual artist, educator and advocate for artists Sharon Louden for a residency Nov. 11-13 with a schedule that includes conversations with students and book signing events for the essay collection “Last Artist Standing: Living and Sustaining a Creative Life Over 50.” “We are … [Read more...]

‘Libertad’ author Bessie Flores Zaldívar to visit UCA for creative writing residency

October events focused on creative writing, poetry The University of Central Arkansas will host celebrated writer Bessie Flores Zaldívar for a two-day residency Nov. 6-7 highlighting their debut publication “Libertad,” a coming-of-age story set in the midst of the contentious 2017 Honduran elections. The residency will include conversations with students from UCA’s creative writing, gender … [Read more...]

UCA establishes Northwest Arkansas Advisory Council to strengthen university’s regional presence

The University of Central Arkansas has established a Northwest Arkansas Advisory Council, a trusted group of advisors who will help deepen the university’s connection to one of the South’s most dynamic and fastest-growing regions. The council brings together a select group of UCA alumni leaders who will serve as strategic partners and advocates, helping to connect the university’s people, … [Read more...]

UCA to host inaugural event for Leadership Speaker Series

Dr. Ronnie Williams to speak on essentials of leadership Oct. 28 The University of Central Arkansas’ College of Health and Behavioral Sciences will host the inaugural event for its new Leadership Speaker Series Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 5 p.m. in the Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center, room 112/114. Author and former longtime UCA executive administrator Dr. Ronnie Williams will be the keynote … [Read more...]

UCA’s Baum Gallery to open Fall 2025 BA/BFA Senior Exhibition

Artist reception to be held Thursday, Oct. 30 The University of Central Arkansas’s Baum Gallery will host an artist reception Thursday, Oct. 30, from 4-7 p.m. to celebrate the Fall 2025 BA/BFA Senior Exhibition. Students Included in this exhibition are Len Adair (BFA), Charlie Colburn (BFA), Katherine Eggebrecht (BA), Victoria Harper (BA), Hannah Jetton (BFA), Kaitlyn Maxwell (BFA), Reilly … [Read more...]

Nita Mendoza to illuminate art of lighting design in UCA fall residency

November residency includes free public lighting design demonstration Lighting designer Nita Mendoza will visit the University of Central Arkansas for an artist residency Nov. 3-6, with events planned to engage students and the public in the art of theatrical lighting design. The residency will include a series of conversations and class visits with both theatre and Spanish students. … [Read more...]

Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame announces 2025 class of inductees

Six Arkansans, scholarship recipients honored at Oct. 16 event More than 200 industry professionals gathered at the University of Central Arkansas Oct. 16 as six distinguished Arkansans were honored at the Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Banquet. The Arkansas Insurance Hall of Fame 2025 inductees included: Kelley Erstine of Conway, CEO, Independent Insurance Agents of … [Read more...]