Three University of Central Arkansas graduates were recognized at the 2025 Arkansas Business Publishing Group’s “40 Under 40” awards luncheon on Tuesday, June 10, at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock. Jonathan Foster '12 of Hot Springs is the CFP of Xpress Boats and Veranda Luxury Pontoons, where he has supported culture and leadership development initiatives and strategic … [Read more...] about UCA grads recognized among ABPG ‘40 Under 40’
UCA student to study robotics and ethics in summer initiative
University of Central Arkansas student Honey Norfolk has been accepted to the Oregon State University “Robots in the Real World” program. Norfolk, a Little Rock native, is a junior double majoring in engineering physics and sociology with minors in computer science and interdisciplinary studies. The 10-week summer initiative is part of the university’s Research Experiences for … [Read more...] about UCA student to study robotics and ethics in summer initiative
Dean’s List and Presidential Scholars announced for spring 2025
The University of Central Arkansas has announced the Presidential Scholars and Dean’s List for spring 2025. Recognition as a Presidential Scholar or Dean’s List scholar is based on grades earned during each semester of the regular academic year. Eligibility on the Dean’s List requires at least a 3.5 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours. Students must achieve a 4.0 GPA with a … [Read more...] about Dean’s List and Presidential Scholars announced for spring 2025
UCA partners with Air Force in new training program
The University of Central Arkansas Aviation Academy welcomed eight cadets to campus through a new flight training program with the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) that kicked off Friday, June 6. This is UCA’s first year to participate in the AFJROTC program. The campus welcomed Arkansas Air National Guard Lt. Col. Kenda Garrett, 189th Operations Support Squadron … [Read more...] about UCA partners with Air Force in new training program
UCA Summer Theatre to present Ken Ludwig’s ‘The Three Musketeers’
In its second year of professional theater, the University of Central Arkansas Summer Theatre will open Ken Ludwig’s "The Three Musketeers” on Friday, June 20, in the James M. Bridges Black Box Theatre in the Windgate Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. Get ready for a family-friendly, action-packed adventure like no other! "The Three Musketeers" is a thrilling, fast-paced adaptation of … [Read more...] about UCA Summer Theatre to present Ken Ludwig’s ‘The Three Musketeers’
UCA students, alums compete in 2025 Miss Arkansas
University of Central Arkansas students and alumnae will be among the 47 contestants competing for the 2025 Miss Arkansas title from June 8-14. Ana Brandon of Conway, A’Zariah Burgin of Kansas City, Kansas, Kennedy Holland of Greenwood, Tori Lane Kiser of Cabot, Jada Simpson of Maumelle and Riley Strube of Cabot, will carry the UCA Bear spirit with them as they compete to become the next Miss … [Read more...] about UCA students, alums compete in 2025 Miss Arkansas
Relay for Life recognized as CLAWS recipient at May board meeting
The Relay for Life (Colleges Against Cancer) organization received the Bear CLAWS award at the May meeting of the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees. CLAWS, an acronym for Celebrating the Lofty Achievements of Our Wonderful Students, is awarded to one or more exceptional students or recognized student organizations during regularly scheduled board meetings. Accepting the CLAWS … [Read more...] about Relay for Life recognized as CLAWS recipient at May board meeting
UCA announces May 2025 graduates
The University of Central Arkansas held spring commencement on Thursday, May 1, and Friday, May 2, 2025, in the Farris Center on campus. The university conferred undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates from the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; College of Health and Behavioral Sciences; College of Natural Sciences and … [Read more...] about UCA announces May 2025 graduates
UCA unveils Thomas C. Courtway Student Recreation Center
Recognizes former UCA president The University of Central Arkansas hosted an unveiling ceremony to rename the former Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) Center the Thomas C. Courtway Student Recreation Center. The renaming honors the dedicated service of former UCA President Tom Courtway, who served as the 10th university president from 2011-16. “For over 100 years, UCA … [Read more...] about UCA unveils Thomas C. Courtway Student Recreation Center
UCA poised for another strong academic year
The potential for continued enrollment growth and a strong incoming freshman class for fall 2025 were key topics during the regular May meeting for the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees on Thursday, May 29. In a briefing by UCA President Houston Davis, he presented current statistics indicating a freshman class that will top 2,100 students for a second consecutive year. … [Read more...] about UCA poised for another strong academic year