The University of Central Arkansas has welcomed more than 70 new full-time employees for the 2026-27 academic year, strengthening the university’s commitment to student success. “We are pleased to welcome these new faculty and staff members to UCA and to the Conway area,” President Houston Davis said. “As one of the largest employers in Faulkner County, UCA plays an important role in attracting … [Read more...] about UCA welcomes more than 70 new employees for the 2026-27 academic year
Akropolis Reed Quintet to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
Two-day residency highlighting classical chamber music to feature public concert The University of Central Arkansas will host the Grammy Award-winning Akropolis Reed Quintet for a two-day residency Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 22 and 23, featuring performances and educational events highlighting classical chamber music and the unique possibilities of the reed quintet. “We are so excited … [Read more...] about Akropolis Reed Quintet to visit UCA as Artists in Residence
UCA announces August 2026 graduates
The University of Central Arkansas held August commencement Saturday, Aug. 8, at Reynolds Performance Hall, conferring approximately 450 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 Mathematics; and the Graduate … [Read more...] about UCA announces August 2026 graduates
UCA sees continued enrollment strength for 2026-27
University meets projections, welcomes another large freshman class The University of Central Arkansas has welcomed another freshman class of over 1,900 students in what is expected to be the second-largest full-time freshman class in the state for the 11th consecutive year. “Our fall enrollment is right in line with our projections, builds on our retention gains and marks a third … [Read more...] about UCA sees continued enrollment strength for 2026-27
Remembering Dr. Mark Elrod
It is with heavy hearts we share the passing of Dr. Mark Elrod, a lecturer in the Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies at UCA. Dr. Elrod joined the department in 2014 after teaching political science courses at Harding University in Searcy for nearly three decades. At UCA, Dr. Elrod taught sections of the introductory U.S. government & politics course, along … [Read more...] about Remembering Dr. Mark Elrod
UCA Film Program named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
UCA recognized for quality of films, top-notch equipment, affordability The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) Film Program has been named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada 2026. Noting the impressive films by its students and faculty, top-notch equipment and facilities, its track record of visiting artists, and its affordable and competitive tuition, the … [Read more...] about UCA Film Program named to MovieMaker’s 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
UCA Community Development Institute marks 40 years of training community leaders
Nearly 175 participants from 10 states attend five-day training Nearly 175 community leaders from across Arkansas and nine other states – Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas – participated in the 40th annual Community Development Institute (CDI) at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA). The five-day training session, held July 27-31, … [Read more...] about UCA Community Development Institute marks 40 years of training community leaders
Ann Wilson of Heart to perform in Conway
Tickets available now for Sept. 15 concert at UCA’s Reynolds Performance Hall The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances will present “Ann Wilson the Voice of Heart and Tripsitter” Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. at Reynolds Performance Hall. Ann Wilson, known the world over as a founder and the lead singer-songwriter of the barrier-breaking band Heart, is here to stay. Widely … [Read more...] about Ann Wilson of Heart to perform in Conway
Eight cadets graduate from U.S. Air Force flight training program at UCA Aviation Academy
UCA program achieves only 100% completion rate for cadets nationwide Eight cadets who traveled to the University of Central Arkansas Aviation Academy from all across the nation have completed their intensive summer training program through the U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC). UCA was one of only seven universities nationwide selected for the 2026 program … [Read more...] about Eight cadets graduate from U.S. Air Force flight training program at UCA Aviation Academy
UCA fundraising surges past $14 million in FY26
Foundation net assets top $100 million milestone Driven by a record-breaking number of donors and unprecedented planned and campus giving, the University of Central Arkansas closed fiscal year 2026 with $14.4 million raised. This marks a 31% increase over the previous fiscal year and represents the ninth consecutive year that UCA has surpassed its annual fundraising goal and raised more … [Read more...] about UCA fundraising surges past $14 million in FY26