Update regarding COVID-19 vaccinations from President Houston Davis to students, faculty, and staff Gov. Asa Hutchinson has opened up vaccination eligibility to Phase 1-C, which allows many of our students to now be eligible for a vaccine. Included in these categories of eligibility are our students that have risk factors related to COVID-19, those that work in food service, and students that … [Read more...]
‘American Ninja Warrior’ host Akbar Gbaja-Biamila is coming to Reynolds in Conway
The University of Central Arkansas’ Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes distinguished speaker, Akbar Gbaja-Biamila on Tuesday, April 6th at 7:30 pm. Akbar is the host of NBC’s four-time Emmy Award-nominated hit competition series “American Ninja Warrior.” He is also host of the Universal Kid’s spin off show, “American Ninja Warrior Jr.”, as well as NFL Networks’ highest rated show, “NFL Fantasy … [Read more...]
UCA SEES 21 PERCENT INCREASE IN DAY OF GIVING DONORS
The University of Central Arkansas set an all-time record of participation as 2,023 donors contributed to the success of its seventh annual Day of Giving campaign held on Thursday, March 11. This marks a 21% increase over last year’s number of donors. Donors from 43 states and Canada helped to raise $717,095 during the 24-hour fundraising campaign. UCA President Houston Davis announced the … [Read more...]
MIZE AWARDED FOR WORK IN PHYSICAL THERAPY
Lori Mize, clinical instructor I, was awarded the Education Excellence Award during the Academy of Pelvic Health's annual business meeting held March 8. This is one of three national awards given for the American Physical Therapy Association’s Academy of Pelvic Health. Mize is particularly recognized for leading the academy’s coursework into the digital environment, for leadership and … [Read more...]
STEM POSTERS AT CAPITOL EVENT TO BE VIRTUAL
Students from the University of Central Arkansas and colleges and universities across the state will continue the tradition of hosting Arkansas STEM Posters at the Capitol. This year, the event will be held virtually. Rather than physically meeting in the State House Rotunda at the Capitol, the event will be presented through online presentations and discussions on a YouTube Channel dedicated … [Read more...]
ARKANSAS SHAKESPEARE THEATRE CANCELS 2021 SUMMER FESTIVAL
Given the uncertainty of the ability to safely congregate due to COVID-19, the Arkansas Shakespeare Theatre (AST) at the University of Central Arkansas announces the cancellation of its 2021 summer festival. Preparation for the summer festival requires many months of planning and the close assemblage of numerous theatrical artists to produce. “It is with great disappointment that we make this … [Read more...]
JANET FLETCHER PUBLISHED IN NURSING JOURNAL
Janet Fletcher, clinical instructor I, University of Central Arkansas School of Nursing, was recently published in the journal, Nursing Education Perspectives. Her manuscript is titled, "Transitioning Newly Licensed Nurses Into Practice Through an Academic-Practice Partnership." … [Read more...]
UCA EARNS 2021-22 MILITARY FRIENDLY® SCHOOL DESIGNATION
The University of Central Arkansas has earned the 2021-22 Military Friendly® School designation. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. Over 1,200 schools participated in the 2021-22 survey, with 747 earning the designation. “UCA is proud to welcome active military service members and … [Read more...]
UCA’S SEVENTH ANNUAL DAY OF GIVING SET FOR MARCH 11
The University of Central Arkansas’ seventh Day of Giving is set for Thursday, March 11. The annual 24-hour fundraising drive challenges alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students, friends and family to make a gift of any amount to support the campus. Since its inception in 2015, the annual Day of Giving drive has raised more than $2 million for students and programs. “We are fortunate to have … [Read more...]
UCA RECEIVES $173,000 FOR STONE DAM CREEK PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE PROJECT
The University of Central Arkansas has received a $173,000 grant from the Arkansas Department of Transportation’s (ARDOT) Transportation Alternatives Program to fund the purchase and construction of a pedestrian bridge over Stone Dam Creek on campus. The bridge will provide a pedestrian-friendly connection from a parking lot west of Stone Dam Creek to the Stone Dam Creek Trail and the Reynolds … [Read more...]
