The University of Central Arkansas will host the Big Event on Saturday, March 12 throughout Conway. This is the ninth year for The Big Event at UCA. Organizations and residents of Conway are invited to submit a job request to propose a project for volunteers to complete on Saturday, March 12. Job requests are open through Feb. 11 and can be submitted at UCA’s The Big Event. Volunteers may also … [Read more...]
Grammy Award-winning mandolinist, Chris Thile, to perform in Conway
The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes Chris Thile Live in Concert at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 4, 2022. Thile is best known for his work in the acoustic trio Nickel Creek and the bluegrass quintet Punch Brothers. He is a 2012 MacArthur Fellow and in 2016 through 2020, he was the host of the radio variety show “Live from Here,” which was formally known as “A Prairie … [Read more...]
‘Schoolhouse Rock Live’ comes to Reynolds Performance Hall
The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall presents “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” at 6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” is a pop culture phenomenon that explodes onto the stage, updated for a whole new generation, with imaginative image projections and a rock’n’roll feel. The show centers around Tom, a nervous young man on his first day of being a teacher, … [Read more...]
UCA hosts annual prayer breakfast ahead of King Holiday
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...]
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...]
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...]
