Individuals interested in becoming math or science teachers have until May 1 to apply for the Partnership for Transition to Teaching Program at the University of Central Arkansas. The Partnership for Transition to Teaching is open to individuals with math and science backgrounds. The program's goal is to recruit mid-career professionals and recent graduates with degrees outside of education and … [Read more...]
UCA Student Film Festival Set for April 27
The UCA Film Festival, featuring films made by University of Central Arkansas digital filmmaking students, will be held Friday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m. in the Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall. The event is free and open to the public. "The film festival is a great way to showcase the best and brightest filmmakers," said Joe Dull, assistant professor of digital filmmaking. "The students'level … [Read more...]
STEM Institute Seeks Educators for STEM Core Team
The University of Central Arkansas STEM Institute is seeking 25 educators in grades 3-5 to join the STEM Core Team. This grant-funded, professional development training offers educators invaluable training and classroom materials in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The tenday training will offer grade-level appropriate resources and professional development … [Read more...]
Schedler Named Distinguished Professor Emeritus
Dr. Norbert Schedler, professor of philosophy and founder of the Honors College, has been named a Distinguished Professor Emeritus. He envisioned and created the Honors College in 1982 with the idea of developing a comprehensive program for gifted students. Since its inception, the Honors College has seen nearly 1,300 students complete its curriculum. More than 80 percent of Honors graduates … [Read more...]
Patterson Named Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Ron K. Patterson has been hired as the new director of undergraduate admissions at the University of Central Arkansas. Patterson had previously served as the director of admissions at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. He will start his new post on July 1. Dr. Robert Parrent, vice president for enrollment management, said UCA is fortunate to have Patterson serve as … [Read more...]
UCA Foundation Announces Grant Winners
The UCA Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the Spring Faculty Grant Awards. The foundation has awarded $37,524 to deserving faculty. The grant committee selected the following faculty grant awards for the spring semester. Congratulations to: Dr. Michael Mills: Teaching and Learning: "Integrating Mobile Devices in the Classroom Workshop." Dr. John Murphy: Psychology & … [Read more...]
UCA Kicks Off Green Week
It's time for UCA's annual Green Week! Each spring students organize a week-long celebration of environmental efforts at the university. Green Week, which began in 2010, will be held April 16-20 on the UCA campus. The goal of Green Week is to promote awareness and activism regarding green initiatives through student leadership and involvement. The event is organized by UCA students. The … [Read more...]
Moscow Festival Ballet to Perform April 26
The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances' Night Out Series comes to a close with the Moscow Festival Ballet performing Romeo and Juliet on April 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Donald W. Reynolds Performance Hall. "Because it's a story ballet that everyone more or less knows, it's a very accessible thing," said Jerry Biebesheimer, director of UCA Public Appearances. "It's easier to … [Read more...]
University Chorus to perform April 26
PRESS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION April 11, 2012 Contact: Dr. Ryan Fisher, (501) 450- 5756, rfisher@uca.edu UNIVERSITY CHORUS CONCERT SET FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 26 By Paige Turner College of Fine Arts and Communication Media Office CONWAY — The University of Central Arkansas University Chorus will be in concert Thursday, April 26, … [Read more...]
Film producer Taylor Feltner to speak at UCA
PRESS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATION CONTACT: Dr. Bruce Hutchinson, (501) 450-3419; bruceh@uca.edu April 11, 2012 FILM PRODUCER TAYLOR FELTNER TO SPEAK AT UCA CONWAY — Taylor Feltner, who produces documentaries and narrative feature films, will screen the documentary Just Like Us at the University of Central Arkansas on Wednesday, April … [Read more...]
