Reynolds Performance Hall announces that Common has rescheduled his lecture at UCA to Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. Due to a European tour planned by his record label, ARTium/Def Jam, Common will be touring at the time of the originally scheduled date of November 18, 2014. "On a positive note, we are thrilled that his re-scheduled lecture for February can now be incorporated with … [Read more...] about Common Lecture Rescheduled
UCA to gauge potential retail tenant interest
CONWAY—Today the University of Central Arkansas announced that it will spend the next few weeks determining the level of interest various businesses might have for a possible first phase of the University’s development of the “Donaghey Corridor.” Last year, the UCA Board of Trustees authorized the engagement of an architectural firm to begin initial planning for a mixed-use development along … [Read more...] about UCA to gauge potential retail tenant interest
Board unanimously approves all action items
PRESS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS MAY 30, 2014 CONTACT: Christina Madsen, associate vice president for communications, public relations, and marketing, at 501-852-2659 or christinam@uca.edu. Board unanimously approves all action items CONWAY—The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees unanimously approved 17 action agenda items at a board meeting this morning. Approved … [Read more...] about Board unanimously approves all action items
Response to Sunday night storms
On Sunday, April 27, 2014, the State of Arkansas experienced great devastation in the wake of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. The University of Central Arkansas sits at the heart of Faulkner County, and students, faculty, and staff here feel the pain and grief of those most impacted by these ravaging storms. In response to these events, the entire UCA community is coming together to assist. … [Read more...] about Response to Sunday night storms
UCA Unveils New Mobile Application
The University of Central Arkansas has introduced a new mobile application to keep students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends connected to the university. Features of the new app include campus news, directions around campus using GPS, a faculty and staff directory and the latest information and scores from UCA Athletics. Students now have access to schedules, grades and shuttle routes, … [Read more...] about UCA Unveils New Mobile Application
Statement regarding Hughes Hall student
STATEMENT FROM UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS PRESIDENT TOM COURTWAY, RONNIE WILLIAMS, VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT SERVICES AND THE UCA POLICE DEPARTMENT (updated 2:28 p.m.) The University of Central Arkansas has released the name of the deceased student found today. Jaykwantay Girley, 18, a full-time freshman student, was a resident at Hughes Residential Hall. Girley enrolled in fall … [Read more...] about Statement regarding Hughes Hall student
Department head finds doppelgänger
University of Central Arkansas faculty member Terry James recently discovered his doppelgänger was closer than expected. "We were leaving a meeting and Provost Runge asked if I noticed the resemblance," said James. Doppelgänger is a German word meaning "look alike" or "alter ego". For James, his doppelgänger turned out to be UCA's first president. After further inspection, James agreed … [Read more...] about Department head finds doppelgänger
Graduates are encouraged to order regalia online
As UCA transitions bookstore providers, graduates are encouraged to order their regalia online. The Registrar's Office says that in accordance with academic tradition, all degree candidates are to be robed in a black cap and gown. There are several companies available that provide these products. However, Herff Jones is the only provider that currently has the Graduate School color schemes. All … [Read more...] about Graduates are encouraged to order regalia online
UCA Night with the Arkansas Travelers
Join UCA alumni, students, friends, and supporters on Friday, June 14 for UCA Night with the Arkansas Travelers at Dickey Stephens Park. UCA Students Bring your UCA ID card and get $3 off the general admission cost or reserved seating. Be one of the first 1,000 guests in the gates and receive a FREE purple camo hat. UCA Alumni Reserve a seat and enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet at the … [Read more...] about UCA Night with the Arkansas Travelers
UCA recognized for communication efforts
University of Central Arkansas was recognized by the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) District IV for three of its communication efforts. Honors were bestowed during the annual CASE conference earlier this month. The office of web development received two awards. A silver award was given for UCA's website in the "Best Homepage" category, while an honorable mention … [Read more...] about UCA recognized for communication efforts