By Travis Gupton Office of University Marketing and Communications With a world still in a pandemic because of COVID-19, one of the big topics is the use of a mask to help protect against the virus. As K-12 schools reopened, University of Central Arkansas biology professor David Dussourd wanted to assist parents and teachers explain mask-wearing to youngsters. Dussourd recently … [Read more...]
UCA STUDENTS SHARE FIRST-TIME VOTING EXPERIENCE IN PBS SERIES
By Dahlia Davis Office of University Marketing and Communications Five University of Central Arkansas students are featured in Arkansas PBS’ “You Decide” social media series exploring the experiences of first-time voters. In collaboration with UCA Vote Everywhere and the UCA Student Government Association, the “You Decide” civics education campaign focuses on students Layla Holloway, Ron … [Read more...]
TIM WISE TO VISIT UCA AS ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE
By Travis Gupton Office of University Marketing and Communications Tim Wise, a prominent anti-racist writer and anti-racist educator, will visit the University of Central Arkansas on Nov. 16-17 as an artist-in-residence. Wise will host a public lecture at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16 on “Interest Convergence in a Time of Pandemic and Police Brutality: How COVID and Growing Authoritarianism Provide an … [Read more...]
COVID-19 UPDATE: NOV. 2, 2020
Update regarding COVID-19 from President Houston Davis to students, faculty, and staff As we near the end of the fall semester and finals week, I know some of you have been concerned about finding quiet, socially distanced places to study on campus, both individually and as small working groups. Today, I am happy to share a few updates regarding study locations, as well as several important … [Read more...]
UCA TO HOST VIRTUAL TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Workshop to focus on students’ needs in virtual and hybrid learning environments The University of Central Arkansas will present a virtual professional development series for K-12 educators on Saturday, Nov. 14. The workshop series will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. via Zoom. Participants can attend at no cost; however, registration is required. Visit https://uca.edu/education/dipd/ to … [Read more...]
REYNOLDS PERFORMANCE HALL AT UCA PRESENTS KEVIN SPENCER MAGIC
The University of Central Arkansas’s Reynolds Performance Hall will welcome famed illusionist and performing artist Kevin Spencer on Friday, Nov. 20 and Saturday, Nov. 21. An educator, teaching artist, researcher, award-winning film producer, speaker and entertainer, for more than 25 years Spencer toured the world with one of the largest and most successful theatrical illusion productions in the … [Read more...]
UCA NAMES MARY BANE LACKIE VICE PRESIDENT OF UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT
The University of Central Arkansas has named Mary Bane Lackie as its new vice president of University Advancement and president of the UCA Foundation. She officially assumed the role on Oct. 15. Lackie brings more than 30 years of experience in higher education to this role. During her career, she has held critical positions in enrollment, admissions, housing and residence life, international … [Read more...]
UCA TO WAIVE APPLICATION FEE OCT. 26-31
Standardized test optional for admission The University of Central Arkansas will waive student application fees Monday, Oct. 26 through Saturday, Oct. 31 during Homecoming Week 2020. Potential students may use the code “HOME2UCA” when applying online, and the $25 application fee will be waived. “This is just one more way we are working to break down potential barriers for students and ease some … [Read more...]
STANSEL SERVES AS EDITOR FOR SOCIAL MEDIA BOOK
University of Central Arkansas Digital Media Specialist Jon-Stephen Stansel recently served as a contributing editor on a new book titled, “Fundamentals of Social Media Strategy: A Guide for College Campuses.” The book, written by Liz Gross of Campus Sonar, offers strategy, research and best practices for social media managers working in higher education as well as university leadership looking to … [Read more...]
BAUM GALLERY AT UCA TO HOST FALL SENIOR ART SHOW
The Baum Gallery at the University of Central Arkansas will host its fall BFA/BA senior show from Thursday, Oct. 29 through Friday, Dec. 4. An opening reception is set for Thursday, Nov. 5, from 4-7 p.m., followed by another open viewing day Sunday, Nov. 15, from 2-4 p.m. During this exhibition, graduating Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) students work with the director of … [Read more...]
