The University of Central Arkansas hosted its annual MLK Prayer Breakfast at the Ronnie Williams Student Center on Jan. 14, as part of the national observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dozens of attendees gathered for the event, now in its 14th year. To mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, guests were spaced out and seated theater-style and received their breakfasts in to-go … [Read more...]
MLK Day of Service and National Day of Racial Healing community events
UCA hosts activities throughout county The University of Central Arkansas Division of Outreach and Community Engagement and partner AmeriCorps sites will host volunteer activities and dialogue events in honor of the 27th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and 6th annual National Day of Racial Healing. Projects are led by AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA members serving through UCA’s … [Read more...]
UCA hosts exhibition of ‘Painting’
Baum Gallery presents new show for spring The University of Central Arkansas’ Baum Gallery will host a new exhibition titled “Painting” from Jan. 27 to Feb. 17, 2022. This exhibition is curated by Brian Young, director, Baum Gallery with assistance from Sandra Luckett, associate professor in the UCA Department of Art and Design. Baum Gallery is located in McCastlain Hall on the UCA … [Read more...]
‘Ballet Folklórico de México’ coming to Reynolds Performance Hall
The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes “Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández” at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 29. The world-renowned folkloric ballet ensemble is known for its artistry, costumes and ability to captivate audiences. In 2021, “Ballet Folklórico de México” returned to the United States for an extended multi-city tour featuring renewed … [Read more...]
UCA hosts annual Prayer Breakfast
The University of Central Arkansas will host its annual MLK Prayer Breakfast at 9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 14, as part of the national observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Held each year to celebrate the federal holiday, the event will be in room 205 of the Ronnie Williams Student Center. This is the 14th year for the annual event. The 2022 theme is “Better Together,” and Arkansas State Rep. … [Read more...]
My UCA Story: Gaining Strength, Building Rapport
Name: Gary Merriweather Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas Area of Study: Physical Therapy, doctoral student What UCA organizations have you joined? Minorities Mentoring in Health Care Why did you choose the University of Central Arkansas? I came to UCA because the physical therapy program is top in the nation. I immediately liked the campus as an undergrad, and thought … [Read more...]
Spring 2022 Career Fairs Begin January 20
The University of Central Arkansas Career Services will hold career fairs throughout the spring 2022 semester, welcoming employers to engage with UCA students and upcoming graduates. Students are encouraged to bring resumes and dress for success with business casual or business professional attire. Students who need assistance on what to wear can receive a free outfit at the W.O.W. Closet at … [Read more...]
‘Summer: The Donna Summer Musical’ to premiere in Conway
The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical” on Monday, Jan. 24 at 7:30 p.m. “If you’re looking for hot stuff from Broadway this season, ‘Summer’ is the show for you,” said Reynolds Performance Hall Director Amanda Horton. “This show will bring stellar performances, disco-era costumes and familiar songs that will have you dancing in … [Read more...]
UCA Geographers Awarded NASA Grant to Study Arkansas Delta Irrigation
University of Central Arkansas geographers have received $40,000 from NASA to study how the Arkansas Delta’s declining fresh groundwater supply for irrigation can affect local climates and crop yields. The study is led by Yaqian He, Ph.D., an assistant professor of geography, and Matthew Connolly, Ph.D, an associate professor of geography, who received the grant from NASA’s Established Program … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Update: Important Spring Semester Information
Update regarding COVID-19 from President Houston Davis to students, faculty, and staff Throughout the pandemic, our collective university goal has been to provide a high-quality educational and campus life experience while prioritizing the health and safety of our campus community, the Conway area, and the state of Arkansas. Due to the present spread of the Omicron variant, I am announcing one … [Read more...]
