The University of Central Arkansas Women’s Leadership Network will host a “Women in Politics” panel Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 6 – 8 p.m. in the Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center on the campus of UCA in Conway. “This panel discussion is not a political debate. It’s an opportunity to engage women in the political process and encourage women to consider politics as a viable leadership option,” said … [Read more...] about UCA HOSTS WOMEN IN POLITICS PANEL
CONDUCTOR TO DONATE BOOK SETS TO FAULKNER COUNTY SCHOOLS
The Conductor is gifting a set of Entrepreneur Kid books to elementary schools in Faulkner County in a ceremony Thursday, Nov. 2 at 1:30 p.m. in the UCA Makerspace Powered by the Conductor located in The Shoppes at Donaghey, 250 Donaghey Ave. Suite 130 in Conway. Superintendents and principals from each of the 20 elementary schools in Faulkner County will receive the signed books during the … [Read more...] about CONDUCTOR TO DONATE BOOK SETS TO FAULKNER COUNTY SCHOOLS
20TH ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION TO BE HELD AT UCA
The University of Central Arkansas and city of Conway will host the 20th annual Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. on the lawn outside McAlister Hall on the campus of UCA. The formal ceremony begins at 1:40 p.m. The rain location is McCastlain Ballroom. The theme for this year’s celebration is “100 Years of Women in the Military.” Brig. Gen. Patricia Anslow and Arkansas … [Read more...] about 20TH ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION TO BE HELD AT UCA
UCA DEBATE AND FORENSICS CONTINUES SUCCESSFUL SEASON
UCA Debate and Forensics continued its season by earning a second-place overall finish at the Red River Swing, held at Louisiana State University in Shreveport on October 27-29, 2017. The team participated against students from Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas. The team was represented by 15 UCA students: seniors Russell Holley, Hayden McCormick, Leia Smith, and … [Read more...] about UCA DEBATE AND FORENSICS CONTINUES SUCCESSFUL SEASON
AUTHOR AND WRITER TAYARI JONES TO SPEAK AT C.D. WRIGHT CONFERENCE
By Malachi Thornton College of Fine Arts and Communication Media Office CONWAY--Tayari Jones will visit the University of Central Arkansas Friday, Nov. 3 as a speaker for the C. D. Wright Women Writers Conference. Her keynote reading at 6 p.m. in the College of Business auditorium is free and open to the public. All other conference events require registration. She will also be an … [Read more...] about AUTHOR AND WRITER TAYARI JONES TO SPEAK AT C.D. WRIGHT CONFERENCE
ANNUAL SENIOR SHOW BRINGS INSPIRATION TO UCA STUDENTS
New artwork to be installed at UCA’s Baum Gallery The Baum Gallery will host its Fall BA/BFA Senior Exhibit from Friday, Nov. 3 to Thursday, Dec. 7 on the University of Central Arkansas campus. An opening reception will be held Thursday, Nov. 2 from 4-7 p.m. and a weekend reception will be held Sunday, Nov. 19 from 2-4 p.m., at the Baum Gallery, located in McCastlain Hall at the University … [Read more...] about ANNUAL SENIOR SHOW BRINGS INSPIRATION TO UCA STUDENTS
UCA WELCOMES DR. HOUSTON D. DAVIS AS 11TH PRESIDENT
The University of Central Arkansas hosted the investiture of Dr. Houston D. Davis as the 11th president Thursday, Oct. 26. “This is a great day of celebration. The UCA Board of Trustees is thrilled to have Dr. Houston Davis as our leader and looks forward to what the future holds,” said Elizabeth Farris, chair of the Board of Trustees. “Our campus is proud to have the privilege of hosting this … [Read more...] about UCA WELCOMES DR. HOUSTON D. DAVIS AS 11TH PRESIDENT
HOT SPRING COUNTY TRAINING EVENT
Hot Spring County and partners will host a community and economic development training event and community stakeholder meeting entitled Hot Spring County Conversations: A Convening of Citizens and Leaders on Wednesday, November 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the Great Room at the College of the Ouachitas in Malvern. Jon Chadwell of the Newport Economic Development Commission and Russell … [Read more...] about HOT SPRING COUNTY TRAINING EVENT
INVESTITURE OF HOUSTON D. DAVIS
WHAT: Investiture of Houston D. Davis as the 11th president of the university WHEN: 2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017 WHERE: Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall CEREMONY: The ceremony will include an address by President Houston D. Davis and Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson. Other program participants include presidents of the UCA Student Government Association, … [Read more...] about INVESTITURE OF HOUSTON D. DAVIS
UCA FOUNDATION HOSTS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION
The University of Central Arkansas Foundation hosted its annual Scholarship Reception Thursday, Oct. 12 at the McCastlain Ballroom on the campus. The annual event allows scholarship recipients the opportunity to thank donors and share stories of how their generosity has affected their lives. “Our Scholarship Reception is a unique event that allows donors to be reminded of the continuous … [Read more...] about UCA FOUNDATION HOSTS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION