The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) College of Business has announced Tom Gordon, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Slim Chickens, as this year’s Davis Lecture Series Speaker. Gordon will present Tuesday, April 7, at 1:40 p.m. in the UCA College of Business Auditorium in Conway, Arkansas. Gordon provides personal and tailored support for franchisees in a rapidly growing system, and … [Read more...]
Herron Horton Architects to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
Events planned April 10-17 The University of Central Arkansas will host Herron Horton Architects, a Little Rock-based architecture and interior design firm, for a multiday residency April 10 and April 13-17, with events that showcase the intersection of art, architecture and human-centered design. The residency will feature a public exhibition, panel discussion and keynote-style … [Read more...]
UCA Theatre Department to present ‘Little Women: The Broadway Musical’
Performances set for April 10-19 The University of Central Arkansas Theatre Department has announced its upcoming production of “Little Women: The Broadway Musical,” a heartfelt and timeless story of family, ambition and resilience. Based on the beloved novel by Louisa May Alcott, this musical adaptation brings the March sisters to life through soaring music and deeply human … [Read more...]
Investigative journalist Jerry W. Mitchell to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
Events planned March 31-April 1 The University of Central Arkansas will host investigative journalist Jerry W. Mitchell for a two-day residency Tuesday, March 31, and Wednesday, April 1, with events that highlight investigative reporting, journalism ethics, and the pursuit of truth and accountability. Mitchell’s residency will feature a series of student-focused conversations with … [Read more...]
UCA to host regional ACTM Mathematics Contest for Arkansas high school students
The University of Central Arkansas Mathematics Department will host the Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ACTM) 2026 Regional Mathematics Contest for Central Arkansas Saturday, March 14. The contest invites high school students from across the Central Arkansas region to test their mathematical skills in a competitive academic setting. Students enrolled in Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra … [Read more...]
Dr. Debbie Dailey named dean of the UCA College of Education
The University of Central Arkansas has announced that Dr. Debbie Dailey has been selected as dean of the UCA College of Education following a national search. “Dr. Dailey has guided the College of Education through a period of significant transition, bringing steady leadership to the complex work of educator preparation, state-level policy and accreditation,” UCA Provost and Executive Vice … [Read more...]
UCA College of Education meets state expectations in Science of Reading audit
UCA College of Education meets state expectations in Science of Reading audit The University of Central Arkansas College of Education has completed the Arkansas Science of Reading audit conducted by Teacher Prep Inspection-US (TPI-US) as directed by the Arkansas Department of Education Division of Elementary and Secondary Education. The review concluded that UCA meets expectations across the … [Read more...]
Actor, advocate Ben Grimes to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
The University of Central Arkansas will host actor and advocate Ben Grimes for a three-day residency March 10-12, featuring events that showcase theatre performance, storytelling, the role of the arts in community and veteran advocacy. “We are thrilled to welcome Ben to campus,” Dr. Paige Reynolds of the School of Language and Literature said. “With authenticity, vulnerability and sensitivity, … [Read more...]
Senior NASA executive to serve as Executive in Residence, host UCA Leadership Series
Amir Deylami, COO of NASA’s Ames Research Center, to discuss innovation, mission-driven leadership, organizational transformation The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) College of Business will host Amir Deylami, chief operating officer (COO) of NASA’s Ames Research Center, Tuesday, Feb. 17, for the first of three Executive in Residence Leadership Series presentations. The UCA campus is … [Read more...]
Bestselling author Melissa Febos to visit UCA as Artist in Residence
The University of Central Arkansas will host nationally bestselling author Melissa Febos for a two-day residency Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 17-18, with events that highlight creative writing, personal narrative and literary craft. Febos’ residency will feature a public reading and book signing, as well as a student-focused craft talk. Events will be held on the UCA campus and are open to the … [Read more...]
