The brass chamber ensemble American Horn Quartet will be an artist-in-residence Sunday, Feb. 27, through Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at the University of Central Arkansas for the first time since 2001. Hosted by the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the quartet will perform a public concert on Tuesday, March 1, at 7:30 p.m. in Reynolds Performance Hall. Earlier in the afternoon, … [Read more...]
Classes Remote Due to Inclement Weather – Feb. 23, 2022
Winter weather that was expected to impact our campus beginning Wednesday night is now coming in much earlier than originally forecast. Because freezing rain and ice will likely impact travel conditions as early as noon, all classes will move to virtual today, February 23, 2022. Office operations will move to remote beginning at 12 noon, except for those employees needed to respond to the weather … [Read more...]
A Time to Encourage: UCA Instructor Offers Words of Wisdom to Future Teachers
One thing Catherine Miller ’15, ’18 loves about teaching is providing her students with perspective as they prepare to enter the classroom. After graduating from the University of Central Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Miller became a long-term substitute teacher in the Conway School district before moving to the Little Rock School District to be a full-time teacher. In 2018 she … [Read more...]
‘The Choir of Man’ returns to Reynolds at UCA
The University of Central Arkansas’s Reynolds Performance Hall will present the worldwide smash and runaway hit “The Choir of Man” at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 8. Known across the globe as “the ultimate-feel good show,” “The Choir of Man” offers up 90 minutes of indisputable joy. Featuring pop, classic rock, folk, Broadway and pub tunes, "The Choir of Man" has something for everyone. The … [Read more...]
Elizabeth Rush visits UCA as an artist-in-residence
By: Amber Austen Office of Media Relations New York Times recognized author, Elizabeth Rush, will be an artist-in-residence on Tuesday, Feb. 22, and Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, at the University of Central Arkansas. Hosted by the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Rush will have a public reading on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the College of Business Auditorium. The event includes a … [Read more...]
UCA announces February Board of Trustees meeting
The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees will hold its February meeting at 10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 18, in the Board of Trustees Conference Room. Those wishing to view the meeting virtually may do so using this link. A printable copy of the agenda may be found here. The Audit and Finance Committee will meet at 8:30 a.m., prior to the board meeting, in Wingo Hall, room 315. … [Read more...]
A Time for Service: Longtime UCA Executive Shares Advice on Career and Leadership
Servant leadership focuses on putting the needs of others ahead. It has been the leadership style of Ronnie Williams over the course of his decades-long career. “I was blessed to be able to serve students and to affect their lives in ways that ultimately help them find their rightful place in our world. It just doesn't get any better than that,” Williams said. Williams first came to the … [Read more...]
UCA Alumnus’ College Football Playoff Gig Is About More Than a Game
It’s great career advice: “Be an uncommon person.” University of Central Arkansas alumnus Byron Hatch ‘98 lived by the saying, building his career as a tax accountant, a lawyer, and a collegiate athletics administrator. Now, he is the new chief operating officer of the College Football Playoff. Hatch has worked in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the University of Arkansas … [Read more...]
Black History Month: Bear Trailblazers of the Past
Black History Month draws its origins from 1926 when Carter Woodson organized Negro History Week, a celebration that honored the contributions of African Americans. Over the decades, the celebration of Black history and culture evolved into a month-long celebration, highlighting not only nationally-recognized figures but also those who made lasting impacts in local communities. In the spirit of … [Read more...]
My UCA Story: Journey with Honors
A freshman honors student infuses her academic journey with exploring new ideas in the Honors College. Name: Perla Zapata Hometown: De Queen, Arkansas Year: Freshman What UCA organizations have you joined? University Scholars Program Why did you choose the University of Central Arkansas? I chose UCA because of the University Scholars program from the Honors College. I … [Read more...]
