University of Central Arkansas Associate Professor Gizachew Tiruneh has been recognized by The Crown Council of Ethiopia with two awards: Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Star of Honour of Ethiopia (GCSE) and the Ethiopian imperial title of Blaten Geta. “I am truly honored to receive these two prestigious awards from the Crown Council of Ethiopia. It is always a very good thing when one … [Read more...]
UCA experts analyze conflict at Ukraine in student-hosted panel
As the world assesses the ramifications of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, University of Central Arkansas professors offered an analysis on the roots of the conflict and where it may be headed during a “Ukraine Teach-In” panel on Tuesday, April 4. The hour-long discussion hosted by the UCA Student Government Association featured Don Jones, an associate professor of history; Joe McGarrity, a … [Read more...]
Four children receive modified ride-on cars in UCA’s first Go Baby Go event
Aleeah Rodriguez’s anticipation was palpable as occupational student Destanie Nelson and physical therapy student Aaron Hoschbach strapped her into her newly modified hot pink ride-on car. The 7-year-old from Jonesboro had been waiting on this day for months. Her parents Jesus and Judy Rodriguez stood nearby smiling proudly. “I had the phone on speaker when I got the news she may be a … [Read more...]
Yelen awarded Critical Language Scholarship
By: Amber Austen Office of Media Relations University of Central Arkansas student Nesibe Yelen is the recipient of a Critical Language Scholarship that will allow her to study abroad in South Korea for summer 2022. Yelen, who is already bilingual, is a sophomore biology pre-dental major from Little Rock. Her native language is Turkish, and she has always had a passion for learning about … [Read more...]
Jeromy Hunt selected for 2022-23 Newman Civic Fellow award
By: Amber Austen Office of Media Relations Jeromy Hunt, a student at the University of Central Arkansas, is the recipient of a 2022-23 Newman Civic Fellow award. The Newman Civic Fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country. The fellowship provides training … [Read more...]
City of Magnolia unveils new brand
UCA, Thrive, Entergy partner with city in creative process The University of Central Arkansas Center for Community and Economic Development (CCED), Thrive, Inc. and Entergy Arkansas partnered with the city of Magnolia to develop a new community brand and logo. It is the first official brand and logo Magnolia has adopted. The new logo features a magnolia blossom and incorporates warm shades … [Read more...]
‘South Pacific’ to sail onto Reynolds Performance Hall stage
The University of Central Arkansas’s Reynolds Performance Hall will present the ten-time Tony Award-winning musical theater masterpiece, “South Pacific,” at 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 22. Tickets start at $30 for adults and are $10 for children and students. Tickets may be purchased online at uca.edu/Reynolds, at the Reynolds Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by calling … [Read more...]
UCA presents ‘Little Shop of Horrors’
Production celebrates 40th anniversary of classic The University of Central Arkansas presents “Little Shop of Horrors” at the Bridges-Larson Theatre in Snow Fine Arts April 20-22, at 7:30 p.m., and April 23 at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $10. Tickets may be purchased online at uca.universitytickets.com, at the Reynolds Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by … [Read more...]
Percussion sensation ‘Stomp’ coming to Reynolds Performance Hall
The University of Central Arkansas’s Reynolds Performance Hall will present “Stomp” at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 19. Tickets start at $30 for adults and are $10 for children and students. Tickets may be purchased online at uca.edu/Reynolds, at the Reynolds Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by calling UCA Ticket Central at (501) 450-3265 or toll-free at (866) … [Read more...]
UCA Board of Trustees to host work session
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees will host a work session on Tuesday, March 29, in the Christian Cafeteria Executive Dining Room. The session will begin at noon with a working lunch. The board will take no vote on any items discussed. … [Read more...]
