The University of Central Arkansas will host its annual MLK Prayer Breakfast at 9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 14, as part of the national observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Held each year to celebrate the federal holiday, the event will be in room 205 of the Ronnie Williams Student Center. This is the 14th year for the annual event. The 2022 theme is “Better Together,” and Arkansas State Rep. … [Read more...]
My UCA Story: Gaining Strength, Building Rapport
Name: Gary Merriweather Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas Area of Study: Physical Therapy, doctoral student What UCA organizations have you joined? Minorities Mentoring in Health Care Why did you choose the University of Central Arkansas? I came to UCA because the physical therapy program is top in the nation. I immediately liked the campus as an undergrad, and thought … [Read more...]
Spring 2022 Career Fairs Begin January 20
The University of Central Arkansas Career Services will hold career fairs throughout the spring 2022 semester, welcoming employers to engage with UCA students and upcoming graduates. Students are encouraged to bring resumes and dress for success with business casual or business professional attire. Students who need assistance on what to wear can receive a free outfit at the W.O.W. Closet at … [Read more...]
‘Summer: The Donna Summer Musical’ to premiere in Conway
The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical” on Monday, Jan. 24 at 7:30 p.m. “If you’re looking for hot stuff from Broadway this season, ‘Summer’ is the show for you,” said Reynolds Performance Hall Director Amanda Horton. “This show will bring stellar performances, disco-era costumes and familiar songs that will have you dancing in … [Read more...]
UCA Geographers Awarded NASA Grant to Study Arkansas Delta Irrigation
University of Central Arkansas geographers have received $40,000 from NASA to study how the Arkansas Delta’s declining fresh groundwater supply for irrigation can affect local climates and crop yields. The study is led by Yaqian He, Ph.D., an assistant professor of geography, and Matthew Connolly, Ph.D, an associate professor of geography, who received the grant from NASA’s Established Program … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Update: Important Spring Semester Information
Update regarding COVID-19 from President Houston Davis to students, faculty, and staff Throughout the pandemic, our collective university goal has been to provide a high-quality educational and campus life experience while prioritizing the health and safety of our campus community, the Conway area, and the state of Arkansas. Due to the present spread of the Omicron variant, I am announcing one … [Read more...]
Miss UCA 2022: Nia Kelley
Since earning the title of Miss UCA 2022, Nia Kelley has enjoyed serving as an ambassador for the University of Central Arkansas and meeting new people throughout the city of Conway and surrounding areas. “My favorite part so far has been participating in the Conway Christmas parade,” Kelley said. “I was sitting on top of the car waving, smiling and wishing people Merry Christmas. All the … [Read more...]
End of Semester Update
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, … [Read more...]
Baldwin serves as co-lead author of annotated bibliography
The Center for First-generation Student Success announced the release of annotated bibliography summarizing available research on first-generation students from 2008 to 2019. Amy Baldwin, senior lecturer of writing, literacy and academic success in the UCA Department of Student Transitions, served as co-lead author. “The purpose of this annotated bibliography was to comb through a decade of … [Read more...]
Doctoral student presented as CLAWS student
University of Central Arkansas President Houston Davis recognized Kira Alexander at the December 2021 Board of Trustees meeting for her academic excellence and leadership. Alexander received the Bear CLAWS award. CLAWS, an acronym for Celebrating the Lofty Achievements of Our Wonderful Students, is given to one or more exceptional students or recognized student organizations during … [Read more...]
