The board of the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement has honored Dr. Terry Fiddler with the Dr. Tom Bruce Arkansas Health Impact Award. The annual award recognizes individuals who have had outstanding impacts on the health of Arkansans. For the past 20 years, Fiddler has been a driving force behind Arkansas Mission of Mercy, which holds annual clinics to provide free dental care to … [Read more...] about Dr. Terry Fiddler Honored with Dr. Tom Bruce Arkansas Health Impact Award
UCA Board approves major campus network investment
Trustees recognize military-connected students, review fall enrollment The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees approved a major investment in the university’s campus network and celebrated military-connected students during its regularly scheduled meeting Friday, Oct. 2. The UCA chapter of Student Veterans of America (SVA) was recognized with a Bear CLAWS award for … [Read more...] about UCA Board approves major campus network investment
‘CLUE’ the stage play to visit UCA’s Reynolds Performance Hall
Hilarious mystery takes the stage Friday, Oct. 23 “CLUE,” the hilarious murder mystery comedy inspired by the Hasbro board game and adapted from the fan-favorite film, comes to the University of Central Arkansas's Reynolds Performance Hall Friday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.50 to $57.50 for adults. The cast includes Sarah Mackenzie Baron as Mrs. White, Adam Brett as … [Read more...] about ‘CLUE’ the stage play to visit UCA’s Reynolds Performance Hall
UCA to celebrate Give Like Dolly Day
The University of Central Arkansas Division of Outreach & Community Engagement will celebrate Give Like Dolly Day Friday, Sept. 25, as part of a nationwide effort led by the Dollywood Foundation to annually recognize Dolly Parton’s philanthropic impact through the Imagination Library program. UCA will partner with the Faulkner County Library and The Max Event Venue in Conway to host a … [Read more...] about UCA to celebrate Give Like Dolly Day
Jazz clarinetist Doreen Ketchens to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
Public performances, meet-and-greet to be held during four-day residency The University of Central Arkansas will host internationally celebrated jazz clarinetist Doreen Ketchens for a four-day residency Thursday, Oct. 1, through Sunday, Oct. 4, with events showcasing her mastery of Dixieland and traditional jazz and her work as a performer and educator. “We are so fortunate to have the … [Read more...] about Jazz clarinetist Doreen Ketchens to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
UCA welcomes more than 70 new employees for the 2026-27 academic year
The University of Central Arkansas has welcomed more than 70 new full-time employees for the 2026-27 academic year, strengthening the university’s commitment to student success. “We are pleased to welcome these new faculty and staff members to UCA and to the Conway area,” President Houston Davis said. “As one of the largest employers in Faulkner County, UCA plays an important role in attracting … [Read more...] about UCA welcomes more than 70 new employees for the 2026-27 academic year
Akropolis Reed Quintet to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
Two-day residency highlighting classical chamber music to feature public concert The University of Central Arkansas will host the Grammy Award-winning Akropolis Reed Quintet for a two-day residency Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 22 and 23, featuring performances and educational events highlighting classical chamber music and the unique possibilities of the reed quintet. “We are so excited … [Read more...] about Akropolis Reed Quintet to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
UCA announces August 2026 graduates
The University of Central Arkansas held August commencement Saturday, Aug. 8, at Reynolds Performance Hall, conferring approximately 450 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates from the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; College of Health and Behavioral Sciences; College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; and the Graduate … [Read more...] about UCA announces August 2026 graduates
UCA sees continued enrollment strength for 2026-27
University meets projections, welcomes another large freshman class The University of Central Arkansas has welcomed another freshman class of over 1,900 students in what is expected to be the second-largest full-time freshman class in the state for the 11th consecutive year. “Our fall enrollment is right in line with our projections, builds on our retention gains and marks a third … [Read more...] about UCA sees continued enrollment strength for 2026-27
UCA Film Program named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
UCA recognized for quality of films, top-notch equipment, affordability The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) Film Program has been named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada 2026. Noting the impressive films by its students and faculty, top-notch equipment and facilities, its track record of visiting artists, and its affordable and competitive tuition, the … [Read more...] about UCA Film Program named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada