The Center for First-generation Student Success announced the release of annotated bibliography summarizing available research on first-generation students from 2008 to 2019. Amy Baldwin, senior lecturer of writing, literacy and academic success in the UCA Department of Student Transitions, served as co-lead author. “The purpose of this annotated bibliography was to comb through a decade of … [Read more...]
Doctoral student presented as CLAWS student
University of Central Arkansas President Houston Davis recognized Kira Alexander at the December 2021 Board of Trustees meeting for her academic excellence and leadership. Alexander received the Bear CLAWS award. CLAWS, an acronym for Celebrating the Lofty Achievements of Our Wonderful Students, is given to one or more exceptional students or recognized student organizations during … [Read more...]
Forward Arkansas selects UCA in effort to recruit, retain qualified K-12 teachers
The University of Central Arkansas was one of eight Arkansas universities that will participate in a Forward Arkansas program designed to help transform K-12 teacher recruitment, training and retention in the state. The University of Central Arkansas will receive a $100,000 grant as part of the nonprofit’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) Design Collaborative. “The Forward Arkansas grant … [Read more...]
UCA unveils Ronnie Williams Student Center
The University of Central Arkansas honored longtime executive administrator Ronnie Williams by renaming the campus Student Center to the Ronnie Williams Student Center. The name was unveiled in a special ceremony on campus Friday, Dec. 3. “For this president and for this board to feel that I did something so significant as to have my name attached to this wonderful facility...is a blessing,” … [Read more...]
UCA announces December Board of Trustees meeting
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees will hold its December meeting at 3 p.m., Friday, Dec. 3, in the Board of Trustees Conference Room on campus. Those wishing to view the meeting virtually may do so using this link. A printable copy of the agenda may be found at https://uca.edu/botagenda. The Audit and Finance Committee will meet at 1:30 p.m., prior to the board meeting, in … [Read more...]
My UCA Story: Building a Career to Champion Wellness
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...]
Reynolds Performance Hall at UCA receives $330,337 grant
Reynolds Performance Hall at the University of Central Arkansas recently received a $330,337 grant from Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program. The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act, and amended by the American Rescue Plan Act. The program includes over $16 billion in grants to shuttered … [Read more...]
CeCe Winans to bring Christmas joy to Reynolds in Conway
The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes “Christmas with CeCe Winans” at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 10. One of the best-selling and most awarded female gospel artists of all time, Winans will bring Christmas favorites, some of her top hits and new music to Conway. Winans has long since cemented her status as one of the most accomplished and celebrated women in … [Read more...]
UCA strengthens commitment to employee wellness
Debuts new Wellness Champion Award The University of Central Arkansas kicked off its annual BeWell initiative with the debut of the newly established UCA Wellness Champion Award. The UCA Wellness Champion Award recognizes employees who have consistently demonstrated a commitment to develop and promote a culture and environment of wellness at UCA. The university recognizes employee wellness … [Read more...]
UCA Hosts Annual Veterans Day Event
The University of Central Arkansas Veterans Committee hosted its annual Veterans Day event in McCastlain Hall on Nov. 11 to honor those who served in the military. This year was even more special because it marked the centennial since the original interment of the Unknown Soldier. Pinnacle Brass, the resident brass quintet of UCA, welcomed attendees with patriotic music and accompanied … [Read more...]
