Dr. Joseph Anderson, the former chair of the Department of Mass Communication and Theatre, has been named a Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Central Arkansas. "I spent many years in the university because I wanted to be where learning and thinking were practiced and highly valued," Anderson said. "Sometimes I was able to share my enthusiasm for the pursuit of knowledge with … [Read more...] about Anderson Named Distinguished Professor Emeritus
Campus News
UCA Receives National Accreditation
The University of Central Arkansas has been granted national accreditation for its concurrent enrollment program. UCA is among 22 schools in Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota and Utah that received accreditation, according to a release by the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships. The accreditation validates the quality of college courses offered in high schools and ensures … [Read more...] about UCA Receives National Accreditation
UCA to Host Spring Commencement May 5
The University of Central Arkansas will hold its spring commencement on Saturday, May 5 in the Farris Health and Physical Wellness Center. University officials will confer 888 undergraduate degrees and 178 doctorate and masters graduate degrees during the three ceremonies. Commencement for the College of Education, College of Liberal Arts and College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics will … [Read more...] about UCA to Host Spring Commencement May 5
Faculty Honored for Teaching, Research, Public Service
Three UCA professors were honored for their contributions in the areas of research, public service, and teaching by being named recipients of the 2012 Faculty Excellence Awards. Dr. David Dussourd, professor of biology, Dr. Weijiu Liu, associate professor of mathematics, and Dr. Debra Burris, associate professor of physics and astronomy, were recognized during the annual Employee Appreciation … [Read more...] about Faculty Honored for Teaching, Research, Public Service
UCA Literary Journal Wins Prestigious Awards
The Toad Suck Review, published annually by the Department of Writing in the College of Fine Arts and Communication has been named one of "the10 best literary magazines launched in 2011" by the Library Journal. This recognition for excellence at the international level will be officially announced in the May 1 issue. Steve Black's "Best Magazines 2011" feature focuses on the recently … [Read more...] about UCA Literary Journal Wins Prestigious Awards
Transition to Teaching Program Deadline May 1
Individuals interested in becoming math or science teachers have until May 1 to apply for the Partnership for Transition to Teaching Program at the University of Central Arkansas. The Partnership for Transition to Teaching is open to individuals with math and science backgrounds. The program's goal is to recruit mid-career professionals and recent graduates with degrees outside of education and … [Read more...] about Transition to Teaching Program Deadline May 1
UCA Student Film Festival Set for April 27
The UCA Film Festival, featuring films made by University of Central Arkansas digital filmmaking students, will be held Friday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m. in the Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall. The event is free and open to the public. "The film festival is a great way to showcase the best and brightest filmmakers," said Joe Dull, assistant professor of digital filmmaking. "The students'level … [Read more...] about UCA Student Film Festival Set for April 27
Schedler Named Distinguished Professor Emeritus
Dr. Norbert Schedler, professor of philosophy and founder of the Honors College, has been named a Distinguished Professor Emeritus. He envisioned and created the Honors College in 1982 with the idea of developing a comprehensive program for gifted students. Since its inception, the Honors College has seen nearly 1,300 students complete its curriculum. More than 80 percent of Honors graduates … [Read more...] about Schedler Named Distinguished Professor Emeritus
Patterson Named Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Ron K. Patterson has been hired as the new director of undergraduate admissions at the University of Central Arkansas. Patterson had previously served as the director of admissions at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. He will start his new post on July 1. Dr. Robert Parrent, vice president for enrollment management, said UCA is fortunate to have Patterson serve as … [Read more...] about Patterson Named Director of Undergraduate Admissions
UCA Foundation Announces Grant Winners
The UCA Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the Spring Faculty Grant Awards. The foundation has awarded $37,524 to deserving faculty. The grant committee selected the following faculty grant awards for the spring semester. Congratulations to: Dr. Michael Mills: Teaching and Learning: "Integrating Mobile Devices in the Classroom Workshop." Dr. John Murphy: Psychology & … [Read more...] about UCA Foundation Announces Grant Winners