UCA Alumni Association Honors Prince

Conway resident Mickey Prince was recognized as the 2010 recipient of the University of Central Arkansas Alumni Service Award during the alumni association’s annual award dinner on Friday, July 23.

The award is presented annually to an individual or couple who, through their deeds or actions, reflects the importance of the UCA Alumni Association and demonstrates extraordinary commitment, dedication, service and loyalty to the UCA Alumni Association.

Prince, a 1975 graduate of UCA and vice president of Nabholz Construction, served on the association’s board of directors for six years, with four years on the executive council as vice president. He also has served on various committees as well as co-chairing the association’s events committee for five years.
Prince also was instrumental in the construction of Crafton Alumni Pavilion, overseeing and supervising every aspect of the construction from concept to completion.

“I congratulate Mickey for being honored by the UCA Alumni Association for his contribution on the Alumni Pavilion project,” said Charles Nabholz, chairman of the board for Nabholz Construction Services. “That was just another example of what Mickey does best … Sharing his time and talent where his heart is.”

Prince said he was humbled to receive the award.

“I could not figure out why I would be the recipient when there were so many others deserving of this award,” he said. “I want to offer a heartfelt thank you to those who saw me as a potential recipient for this award. It’s good to know others appreciate your effort and time spent.”

Director of Alumni Services Jan Newcomer said Prince was very deserving of the award.

“His involvement in implementing the Alumni & Friends tailgate parties and his expertise in the successful construction of Crafton Alumni Pavilion serve as testaments to his dedication to the Alumni Association and his Bear pride,” she said.

Prince said he enjoys serving and supporting the alumni association because it allows him to keep in contact with fellow alumni and allows him to give back to his school in some small way. He hopes to inspire others to get involved too.

“I’m always bugging people to get involved and join the association,” he said. “There is more power in numbers and the more people involved, the more that can be done to further the university and its mission.”

Visit UCA’s flicker page for photos from the 2010 Alumni Service Award Dinner. – Jennifer Boyett.