The University of Central Arkansas Division of Outreach and Community Engagement will launch a series of professional development workshops for nonprofits starting this fall and continuing in the spring. All workshops are free and open to nonprofit professionals. The first installment of the series is a two-part workshop titled “Board Development Workshop: Donor Communication & … [Read more...] about UCA ANNOUNCES NONPROFIT WORKSHOP SERIES
Outreach and Community Engagement
UCA CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW ARKANSAS CODING ACADEMY CAMPUS
The University of Central Arkansas Department of Outreach and Community Engagement celebrated the grand opening of the new Arkansas Coding Academy campus with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday. Arkansas Lt. Gov. Tim Griffin was a special guest speaker at the ceremony. “The Arkansas Coding Academy is the perfect example of local entities – UCA, the Chamber of Commerce and businesses – … [Read more...] about UCA CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW ARKANSAS CODING ACADEMY CAMPUS
UCA SELECTS SHERIDAN FOR KICK START INITIATIVE
The University of Central Arkansas Center for Community and Economic Development, in partnership with the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service, has selected Sheridan as this year’s Community Development Kick Start community. As the 2018 Kick Start community, Sheridan will undergo a thorough assessment of the community’s challenges and opportunities, with recommendations on how … [Read more...] about UCA SELECTS SHERIDAN FOR KICK START INITIATIVE
UCA ANNOUNCES NEW COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FELLOW
The University of Central Arkansas Center for Community and Economic Development has selected UCA undergraduate student Alexandra Taylor of Conway for the summer 2018 Community and Economic Development Fellowship. The fellowship will run May through July, with a site visit to a community and economic development organization occurring each month. “I really hope to gain more knowledge about … [Read more...] about UCA ANNOUNCES NEW COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FELLOW
UCA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPERS PARTNER TO HOST COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT
The University of Central Arkansas Center for Community and Economic Development partnered with community development organizations and other institutions to host the Community Development Summit Tuesday, April 24 in Harrison. Partners included Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce, Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District, North Arkansas College, Winthrop Rockefeller … [Read more...] about UCA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPERS PARTNER TO HOST COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT
KICK START ALMA ACTION PLAN TO BE UNVEILED
WHAT: Kick Start Alma Community Action Plan Unveiling WHEN: 10-11 a.m. Monday, May 7, 2018 WHERE: Courtyard of the Alma High School 101 E. Main Street Alma, Arkansas WHO: UCA Center for Community and Economic Development City of Alma Alma School District Alma Area Chamber of Commerce DETAILS: The University of Central Arkansas … [Read more...] about KICK START ALMA ACTION PLAN TO BE UNVEILED
UCA MANAGING CONWAY YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
The University of Central Arkansas will take over the administration of the Conway Area Youth Leadership Institute (CAYLI), formerly known as the Faulkner County Youth Leadership Institute. CAYLI will be led by the UCA Division of Outreach and Community Engagement, graduates of the Faulkner County Leadership Institute and dedicated volunteers. “Leadership development is a critical component … [Read more...] about UCA MANAGING CONWAY YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
UCA ANNOUNCES NEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FELLOWSHIP
First class of fellows also announced CONWAY – The University of Central Arkansas Center for Community and Economic Development (CCED) has launched a new Community and Economic Development Fellowship program to prepare students for careers in the field. The five students who were selected for this spring’s program are Danny Baxter of Clarksville; Jacob Holland of Cabot; Jordan Johnson of … [Read more...] about UCA ANNOUNCES NEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FELLOWSHIP
UCA HOSTS CONWAY CONVERSATIONS SERIES
Talks include nationally recognized facilitator CONWAY – The University of Central Arkansas Division of Outreach and Community Engagement will host a series of Conway Conversations lunch and learn events. On Thursday, March 1, participants will discuss one of three books: “Braving the Wilderness” by Brene’ Brown, “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates or “Everyone Communicates, Few … [Read more...] about UCA HOSTS CONWAY CONVERSATIONS SERIES
UCA HOSTS AAUW INTEREST MEETING
The University of Central Arkansas will host an interest meeting for the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Conway Branch on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 5:30-7 p.m. at UCA Downtown, 1105 West Oak Street. The Conway Branch of AAUW, founded in the 1920's, is “looking to revitalize its membership to continue its legacy of empowering women in the Conway and Faulkner County areas,” said … [Read more...] about UCA HOSTS AAUW INTEREST MEETING