End of semester update from President Houston Davis to students, faculty, and staff
I want to start by thanking all of you for everything you individually and collectively did to make this semester successful. As we close out this semester and prepare for winter break, I want to share a few important updates and reminders.
Our campus and all offices will remain open through Wednesday, December 22, 2021. All offices will close for winter break from Thursday, December 23, 2021, through Monday, January 3, 2022. Campus reopens Tuesday, January 4, 2022. Following is information regarding key campus services during the break.
Student Health Clinic
The Student Health Clinic will operate using normal business hours until campus closes on December 22. Those with COVID-19 questions or concerns can email covid19@uca.edu for information and assistance. This email will be monitored throughout winter break to provide support to our campus community. The clinic reopens Tuesday, January 4, 2022, and will resume providing COVID-19 testing and vaccinations at that time.
UCA Counseling Center
For students who may need counseling services, the UCA Counseling Center will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until the campus closes for winter break on December 22. Through that date, students can call 501-450-3138 to reach the Counseling Center. In emergency situations, students should call the UCA Police Department at 501-450-3111. They will assess the situation and next actions, which may include calling the on-call counselor. More information can be found on the Counseling Center website.
Bear Essentials Food Pantry
For those who may need to visit the Bear Essentials Food Pantry, the remaining days and times of operation are below:
- Wednesday and Thursday, December 15 and 16, from noon-4 p.m.
- Monday and Tuesday, December 20 and 21, from noon-4 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The pantry reopens Tuesday, January 4, 2022, from noon-4 p.m. Those needing additional assistance may visit the Bear Essentials website for a list of local food pantries and their hours of operation.
Thank you again for helping to make UCA a great place to learn, live, and work. I wish you a restful and peaceful holiday season and look forward to seeing you again in the new year.