The University of Central Arkansas ended its eighth annual Day of Giving with near-record totals. Donors gave $758,130, making it the second-highest Day of Giving in university history. The 2022 event also marked the sixth consecutive year the university exceeded its annual goal, as the Day of Giving contributions brought UCA’s year-to-date giving total to $9,957,771, which surpasses the … [Read more...] about UCA achieves second-highest Day of Giving total
UCA Earns 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School Designation
The University of Central Arkansas has announced that it has earned the 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School designation. Military Friendly® is owned and operated by Viqtory, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. Institutions earning this designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the … [Read more...] about UCA Earns 2022-2023 Military Friendly® School Designation
‘Paddington Gets in a Jam’ coming to Reynolds
The University of Central Arkansas’ Reynolds Performance Hall will present “Paddington Gets in a Jam” at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 17. For more than 60 years, British-born writer Michael Bond has delighted children and families all over the world with his stories about Paddington, the famous, accident-prone bear. “Paddington Gets in a Jam” debuted in New York City in 2019 and is a New York … [Read more...] about ‘Paddington Gets in a Jam’ coming to Reynolds
Panama Business Leader: “UCA Changed My Life”
Marcos Bravo ’97 is a well-known and respected businessman in his home country of Panama. Residents often point to him as an excellent example of what to do when looking for a successful career, and Bravo credits his success to the education he received from the University of Central Arkansas. Bravo was one of six children and grew up in a rural part of the country. “My family didn’t the … [Read more...] about Panama Business Leader: “UCA Changed My Life”
Tanya Orellana and Isabel Rubio join together for UCA’s artist-in-residence
By: Amber Austen Office of Media Relations Theatre designers Tanya Orellana and Isabel Rubio team up as artists-in-residence at the University of Central Arkansas on Wednesday, March 9 and Thursday, March 10, 2022. This residency is a collaboration between UCA’s theatre and Spanish departments. Orellana and Rubio together will visit two classes within the departments on Thursday, March … [Read more...] about Tanya Orellana and Isabel Rubio join together for UCA’s artist-in-residence
Chase Kahwinhut Earles visits UCA as artist-in-residence
By: Amber Austen Office of Media Relations The University of Central Arkansas’ College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences hosts Native American traditional potter as an artist-in-residence Tuesday, March 8, through Friday, March 11, 2022. Earles will showcase a public talk and demonstration over Caddo traditional ceramic making and pit firing from 12-3 p.m. on Friday, March 11 at … [Read more...] about Chase Kahwinhut Earles visits UCA as artist-in-residence
UCA receives Jesse L. Moore 2022 Supplier Diversity Award
The University of Central Arkansas received the Jesse L. Moore Supplier 2022 Supplier Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity magazine and website in higher education today. The INSIGHT Into Diversity Jesse L. Moore 2022 Supplier Diversity Award is a national recognition honoring colleges and universities that take proactive steps to support and … [Read more...] about UCA receives Jesse L. Moore 2022 Supplier Diversity Award
A Time to Mentor: UCA Leader Earnestly Connects to Students
As the University of Central Arkansas assistant vice president of student affairs, Wendy Holbrook ’87, ’89 is intentional about making sure she has meaningful interactions with the students. She is interested in hearing their concerns and ensuring they have everything they need on their collegiate journey. “That’s the best part of the job,” Holbrook says. “I really encourage them to seek out … [Read more...] about A Time to Mentor: UCA Leader Earnestly Connects to Students
UCA hosts Day of Giving
Marks eighth year for 24-hour fundraiser The University of Central Arkansas will host its eighth annual Day of Giving on Thursday, March 10. Day of Giving is a 24-hour fundraising drive that provides an opportunity to rally the university community and connect donors with specific programs and giving opportunities at UCA. During this time, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students, friends … [Read more...] about UCA hosts Day of Giving
All Instruction Remote on Friday, Feb. 25, 2022
Academic instruction will continue to be remote for tomorrow, Friday, February 25. This will reduce the number of individuals coming to campus and ensure that any remaining ice on campus sidewalks, bridges, and parking lots has melted or been removed. Students should pay close attention to their email for updates from instructors. Students in clinical sites should check in with their … [Read more...] about All Instruction Remote on Friday, Feb. 25, 2022