Name: Noah Bandy Hometown: Pocahontas, Arkansas Major/Year: Graduate student, Health Promotion; Class of 2020, Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science Why did you choose UCA? I chose UCA because I attended many of the summer camps that the campus hosted, and I enjoyed the nature and beauty that the campus offered. The central location was a bonus, as I was never too far from … [Read more...] about My UCA Story: Building a Career to Champion Wellness
My UCA Story: A Passion for Pediatrics
A biology major looks to a future of practicing medicine as a physician assistant. Name: Hannah Roberson Hometown: Mt. Vernon, Arkansas Major/Year: Biology major, Junior What UCA organizations have you joined? Alpha Sigma Alpha Baptist Colligate Ministry Biology Club Food Recovery Network Pre-PA Club Why did you choose the University of Central … [Read more...] about My UCA Story: A Passion for Pediatrics
UCA to Host Bear Facts Day for High School Seniors, Transfer Students
All prospective students and their families are invited to Bear Facts Day, the University of Central Arkansas' annual preview event, on Friday, Dec. 3. The massive and immersive overview is a chance for prospective students, including high school seniors and transfer students, to sample sessions on UCA’s academic programs, learn how to get involved, and explore the campus. “We try to provide … [Read more...] about UCA to Host Bear Facts Day for High School Seniors, Transfer Students
My UCA Story: Making an Impact in Health Care
A nursing major rises to be a leader on campus and looks toward the health care field Name: Davonne Moore Hometown: Crossett, Arkansas Major/Year: Nursing major, Senior What UCA organizations have you joined? Student Government Association President Leadership Fellows Minority Mentorship Program Student Orientation Staff Nursing Student Association Black Male … [Read more...] about My UCA Story: Making an Impact in Health Care
Runge Appointed CNSM Dean
Dr. Steven Runge has been appointed the new Dean of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Central Arkansas. Dr. Runge, who first came to UCA in 1991 as an assistant professor, has served as Interim Dean of the College for the past year and has served as Professor and Chair of the Biology Department for the previous six years. “Dr. Runge is the ideal person to lead … [Read more...] about Runge Appointed CNSM Dean
Scholarship Honoring Will Counts Endowed
A new scholarship has been endowed through the University of Central Arkansas Foundation for students studying journalism. The Dr. Will Counts Journalism Scholarship Fund has been endowed at the $25,000 level and will provide scholarships for students studying in the journalism department at UCA. During a reception at Buffalo Alumni Hall for family and friends, a plaque unveiled in honor of the … [Read more...] about Scholarship Honoring Will Counts Endowed
Kennedy Center President to Speak at UCA
Michael M. Kaiser, president of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, will visit the University of Central Arkansas’s Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall on Thurs., July 8, as part of the Arts In Crisis Tour. Arts in Crisis: A Kennedy Center Initiative, is a response to the emergency facing arts organizations throughout the United States. Kaiser will address the challenges facing … [Read more...] about Kennedy Center President to Speak at UCA
Arkansas Shakespeare Festival Begins June 16
The Arkansas Shakespeare Festival kicks off June 16 at the University of Central Arkansas. This fourth season of the festival includes Shakespearean classics Henry V and Comedy of Errors. This year's non-Shakespearean productions include Dracula and children’s classic Alice in Wonderland. All four productions were created from scratch over a one-month rehearsal and building period by a company … [Read more...] about Arkansas Shakespeare Festival Begins June 16
UCA Receives $1.6 Million for Research
The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Central Arkansas will receive more than $1.6 million for biomedical research. The grant is a part of a $14.7 million grant recently awarded to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences by the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Brent Hill, Dr. Kari Naylor, both in the Department of Biology, and Dr. Melissa Kelley, with … [Read more...] about UCA Receives $1.6 Million for Research
Leadership Institute Summer 2010 Slated June 11
Internationally renowned scholar Dr. Ellen Goldring will be keynote speaker at this year’s UCA Leadership Institute Summer 2010 scheduled for June 11. Goldring is a professor of Education Policy and Leadership at Vanderbilt University. Her research addresses school leadership and the improvement of student learning. Goldring’s presentation, “Leadership for Learning: Assessing Behaviors that … [Read more...] about Leadership Institute Summer 2010 Slated June 11