The Obama Foundation announced that DeKevious Wilson will be part of its fifth cohort of Obama Foundation Scholars. The program gives rising leaders the opportunity to take their work to the next level through an immersive experience that brings together academic, skills-based and hands-on learning. Wilson, who earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in African and African Studies from the … [Read more...] about UCA alumnus selected as 2022-23 Obama Foundation Scholar
UCA Speech-Language-Hearing Center receives grant to help patients with Parkinson’s
The University of Central Arkansas’ Speech-Language-Hearing Center has received a grant from the Parkinson’s Voice Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the voices of people living with Parkinson’s disease. The SPEAK OUT! & LOUD Crowd grant includes speech therapy workbooks and certification training for speech-language pathologists and graduate students. UCA is one of … [Read more...] about UCA Speech-Language-Hearing Center receives grant to help patients with Parkinson’s
Poet laureate of Arkansas to visit UCA
Suzanne Rhodes first in a series of poetry events By: Aurora King Office of Media Relations Poet Laureate of Arkansas Suzanne Rhodes will visit the University of Central Arkansas for a poetry reading on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. in the Fireplace Room of McCastlain Hall. Sponsored by Slant, the Department of English’s journal of contemporary poetry, the reading is free of charge … [Read more...] about Poet laureate of Arkansas to visit UCA
Students Encouraged to Apply for SURF Research Fellowships
The UCA Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) invites undergraduate students to attend a webinar to apply for the Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF). The SURF program, sponsored by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, is designed to allow undergraduate students to conduct in-depth projects in their specific fields of study with the assistance of faculty mentors. … [Read more...] about Students Encouraged to Apply for SURF Research Fellowships
UCA hosts fourth Women’s Business Showcase
The University of Central Arkansas Division of Outreach and Community Engagement, in partnership with the UCA Women’s Leadership Network (WLN), will host its fourth Women’s Business Showcase on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 6–8 p.m. in the McCastlain Hall ballroom on the UCA campus. “This annual event is an opportunity for women to promote their businesses and network while providing a fun … [Read more...] about UCA hosts fourth Women’s Business Showcase
Events Promote Dialogue and Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
The University of Central Arkansas is observing Hispanic Heritage Month beginning on Thursday, Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 with university groups planning a variety of celebratory events. UCA’s Office of Diversity and Community is hosting a series of visiting food trucks that will be parked outside of the Ronnie Williams Student Center, showcasing the broad range of Hispanic cuisine. The first … [Read more...] about Events Promote Dialogue and Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
UCA to Host Bear Facts Day for High School Seniors, Transfer Students
The University of Central Arkansas Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services is inviting prospective students to campus Saturday, Oct. 1 for its biannual Bear Facts Day. The massive and immersive overview is a chance for high school seniors, transfer students and their families to sample sessions on UCA’s academic programs, learn how to get involved and explore the campus. “We try to … [Read more...] about UCA to Host Bear Facts Day for High School Seniors, Transfer Students
UCA Class of 2026 spends part of Welcome Week volunteering
Welcome Week at the University of Central Arkansas is usually a time for new students to get acclimated to university life. But this year’s entering freshmen got the opportunity to do something extra as part of their introduction to campus. Incoming students in the Class of 2026 joined Student Orientation Staff members in a volunteer event that packed nearly 47,000 meals to help combat world … [Read more...] about UCA Class of 2026 spends part of Welcome Week volunteering
UCA first-time undergraduate enrollment bests 1,800
One of the largest incoming freshman classes in the state First-time, full-time undergraduate enrollment at the University of Central Arkansas for fall 2022 is 1,801 students, likely making it again the second-largest incoming freshman class among all four-year institutions in the state, according to preliminary data. This figure marks the fifth time in six years that freshman enrollment … [Read more...] about UCA first-time undergraduate enrollment bests 1,800
Two students receive CLAWS award at August board meeting
Computer science graduate Makenzie Spurling, and senior broadcast journalism major Collin Gallimore were recognized as Bear CLAWS recipients at the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees' August meeting. 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 … [Read more...] about Two students receive CLAWS award at August board meeting