Six University of Central Arkansas students have been awarded the 2012 Computer Science Female Freshman Scholarship to assist them in pursuing a career in the computer science and technology field. The scholarship is funded through the National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT) Academic Alliance Seed Fund, a program designed to help bridge the gender gap in computer science … [Read more...]
Patterns in Presidential Elections Examined at History Symposium
The University of Central Arkansas’ History Department is hosting the 2012 History Symposium “Presidential Elections inHistory” on Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center. The 2012 History Symposium: Presidential Elections in History is a conference for educators who teach social studies. Keynote speaker Dr. Allan Lichtman will lead the conference by examining the … [Read more...]
Pianist Jue Wang to be in residence, perform with Conway Symphony
PRESS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION October 2, 2012 Contact: Israel Getzov, (501) 450-5761, israelg@uca.edu PIANIST JUE WANG TO BE IN RESIDENCE, PERFORM WITH CONWAY SYMPHONY By Carissa Gan College of Fine Arts and Communication Media Office CONWAY — Jue Wang, a renowned Shanghai pianist, will visit the University of Central … [Read more...]
UCA Receives “Military Friendly School” Designation
The University of Central Arkansas has been awarded the designation of “Military Friendly School,” by G.I. Jobs, the premier magazine for military personnel transitioning into civilian life. UCA ranks in the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that assist military service members and veterans further their education, according to G.I. Jobs. The 2013 Military Friendly … [Read more...]
UCA Receives Two Quality Awards by Governor
Two departments within the University of Central Arkansas have been awarded the Governor Quality Challenge Award by the Arkansas Institute for Performance Excellence. The award honors groups in the state striving for performance excellence. The Division of Outreach and Community Engagement and the Community Development Institute-Central were presented the award by Governor Beebe at the 2012 … [Read more...]
UCA Honors College Challenge Week 2012: “Dear Mr. President:”
The University of Central Arkansas Honors College will present Challenge Week 2012 from Oct. 5 - 12. This year's theme, “Dear Mr. President:,” imagines a letter to the next presidential administration that asks for action on issues that affect all Americans regardless of age, ethnic origin, income level, region of residence or party affiliation. Presenters will focus on three key areas of … [Read more...]
Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band to perform Oct. 11
PRESS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION September 27, 2012 CONTACT: Dr. Ricky Brooks, (501) 450-5764; rickyb@uca.edu WIND ENSEMBLE, SYMPHONIC BAND TO PERFORM OCT. 11 By Carissa Gan College of Fine Arts and Communication Media Office CONWAY — The University of Central Arkansas Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band will present a joint … [Read more...]
Cotabish to Receive National Gifted Education Award
Dr. Alicia Cotabish, an assistant professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning in UCA’s College of Education, has been selected to receive the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) Early Leader Award. The Early Leader Award is given to "an individual who has exhibited the highest and most consistent degree of leadership in the gifted education field since receiving his or her … [Read more...]
L’Elisir d’Amore to open Met series at UCA
PRESS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION September 20, 2012 CONTACT: Donna Lampkin Stephens, (501) 852-2599; donnals@uca.edu L’ELISIR D’AMORE TO OPEN MET SERIES AT UCA CONWAY — A new production of Donizetti’s L’Elisir d’Amore will open the 2012-13 season of Captured Live from the Met @ UCA at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, in the Donald W. Reynolds … [Read more...]
Public Appearances season to continue with Rufus Wainwright
PRESS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION September 24, 2012 CONTACT: Jerry Biebesheimer, (501) 450-3682; jerryb@uca.edu PUBLIC APPEARANCES SEASON TO CONTINUE WITH RUFUS WAINWRIGHT By Mary DeLoney College of Fine Arts and Communication Media Office CONWAY — Singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright will continue the UCA Public Appearances … [Read more...]
