The University of Central Arkansas experienced an increase in the average ACT score among first-time undergraduates and retention among full-time, first-time undergraduate students, according to preliminary data. The average high school GPA for first-time students also increased. The average ACT composite score this year for first-time undergraduate students is 24. Last year the average was … [Read more...] about RETENTION AND AVERAGE ACT SCORE INCREASE FOR FALL 2016
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NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND TO OPEN UCA PUBLIC APPEARANCES SEASON
By Audrey Forbes College of Fine Arts and Communication Media Office CONWAY — To kick off the new season of UCA Public Appearances, iconic American entertainers the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will perform to a sold-out crowd in the Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall on Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. “Ticket holders can expect the band to play all of their favorite hits, tell behind-the-scenes stories … [Read more...] about NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND TO OPEN UCA PUBLIC APPEARANCES SEASON
STUDENT RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
By Mya Hyman University Relations and Creative Services Office University of Central Arkansas psychology student, Emily Hahn, was selected as one of four recipients for a scholarship from Psi Chi International Honor Society. The Psi Chi Undergraduate Scholarship, worth $3,000, was awarded to four students out of 95 applicants. Hahn was the only Arkansas recipient. Other students … [Read more...] about STUDENT RECEIVES SCHOLARSHIP FROM INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
BAUM GALLERY TO OPEN FALL 2016 EXHIBITION
BAUM GALLERY TO OPEN FIRST FALL EXHIBITION Three female installation artists, outdoor lantern sculptures come to UCA CONWAY, Ark. - The Baum Gallery at the University of Central Arkansas will host its first fall 2016 exhibition on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016 with an opening reception from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Baum Gallery. This exhibition, titled “Curious Devotion,” will remain on view from … [Read more...] about BAUM GALLERY TO OPEN FALL 2016 EXHIBITION
GRAND REOPENING OF MCCASTLAIN HALL
The University of Central Arkansas announced the grand reopening of its newly renovated McCastlain Hall on Friday. The recent renovations, funded by grants from the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Council (ANCRC), have restored McCastlain’s original architectural beauty while updating the design and in-house audiovisual capabilities, making it a premiere venue for campus and community … [Read more...] about GRAND REOPENING OF MCCASTLAIN HALL
UCA THEATRE STUDENT PLAY ABOUT ‘VAMPIRE OF SACRAMENTO’
“Chase: The Life and Times of the Vampire of Sacramento” will premiere at the University of Central Arkansas. This production will be Aug. 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Aug. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Snow Fine Arts Bridges/Larson Theatre. This play is for mature audiences only. America in the 1970s was full of love and life. However, it was also full of murder. This story ventures through the twisted … [Read more...] about UCA THEATRE STUDENT PLAY ABOUT ‘VAMPIRE OF SACRAMENTO’
BOARD OF TRUSTEES AUGUST MEETING
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees will meet in a regularly scheduled meeting at 10 a.m., Friday, Aug.19 in the Board of Trustees Conference Room in Wingo Hall. A printable copy of the agenda can be found at the following link: www.uca.edu/botagenda. The Board of Trustees will attend the grand reopening of McCastlain Hall immediately following the meeting at approximately noon … [Read more...] about BOARD OF TRUSTEES AUGUST MEETING
UCA HOSTS ANNUAL SERVICE-LEARNING PARTNER SUMMIT
Leaders from regional nonprofit organizations met at the University of Central Arkansas for the annual Service-Learning Community Partner Summit on Monday, Aug. 15. The summit is a partnership between the UCA Division of Outreach and Community Engagement (OCE) and the United Way of Central Arkansas. “We’ve been partnering with UCA for several years now on this Community Partner Summit, and … [Read more...] about UCA HOSTS ANNUAL SERVICE-LEARNING PARTNER SUMMIT
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAM OFFERS DOCTORAL DEGREE
By Mya Hyman University Relations and Creative Services Office CONWAY – The Department of Occupational Therapy (OT) at the University of Central Arkansas is proud to announce installation of a clinical doctoral degree program beginning fall of 2017. The UCA Board of Trustees and Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board have approved the program. The university is currently awaiting … [Read more...] about OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAM OFFERS DOCTORAL DEGREE
UCA HISTORY GOES DIGITAL
By Mya Hyman University Relations and Creative Services Office CONWAY – Starting on Tuesday, August 9, a visual history of the University of Central Arkansas will be accessible on Flickr from the UCA Archives. The UCA Archives, located on the first floor of Torreyson Library, strives to obtain and preserve historical documents that pertain to the state of Arkansas. Suggested by President … [Read more...] about UCA HISTORY GOES DIGITAL