Submitted by: Anthony Fillippino, anthonyf@uca.edu on 04/20/2026

Since we’re almost done with the semester, here are our hours for this summer. We hope everyone has an amazing break!

 

Submitted by: Anthony Fillippino, anthonyf@uca.edu on 04/20/2026

Attached below are our hours of operation for finals week.

 

Submitted by: Jennifer Brewer, jbrewer1@uca.edu on 04/20/2026

Get Your Brightspace Course Ready for Summer & Fall

As we move closer to full implementation of Brightspace, now is the time to make sure your live course shells are ready for students.

In Brightspace, you may notice several types of courses in your course list: your sandbox, training resources, migrated courses, and live course shells. The most important thing to know:

• Students only see your live course shell
• Content must be copied into that live course shell before the semester begins

If your course looks empty, don’t worry! You’ll simply need to move your materials from your sandbox or migrated course into your live course.

Quick Overview of the Process

• Go into your live course shell
• Navigate to Course Admin
• Select Import/Export/Copy Components
• Search for your existing course (sandbox or migrated)
• Copy all content OR select specific items
• Review and adjust dates as needed

Once copied, be sure to review your course layout and confirm everything appears as expected before publishing to students.

Want Step-by-Step Guidance?

We’ve created a simple, visual guide to walk you through the process:

 

If you’d like support, CETAL is happy to help! We can walk through this process with you or review your course before the semester begins.

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Submitted by: Courtney Beard, cbarr@uca.edu on 04/17/2026

These fun, action-packed day camps for children entering 1st – 7th grades (approximate ages 6-12) provide interactive children’s literature, foreign language instruction as well as hands-on cultural experiences including international games, food sampling, arts and crafts, music and celebrations related to the country of focus! Camps are reasonably priced and held in Irby Hall, on the ÍøÆØÃÅ campus where classrooms are transformed into colorful and exotic destination from afar. What a wonderful summer journey to send your child on!
Camp schedule: Monday-Friday drop-off 8:00-8:30am; pick up 2:50-3:00pm
Cost per camp session: Regular cost $290; Early Bird $250 (before May 29); sibling camper rate $250
Follow the link to read more and register your kids for these 3 camps!
July 13-17 Renaissance Kids
July 20-24 Global Rhythms
July 27-31 Celebrate Africa

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Submitted by: James Wages, jwages3@uca.edu on 04/16/2026

What do your favorite Taylor Swift songs reveal about love, heartbreak, and human connection? Find out this summer in one of the most unique psychology courses offered — where chart-topping music meets cutting-edge relationship science.

In this fully online course, you’ll use Taylor Swift’s iconic catalog as a lens to explore the psychology behind romantic relationships, friendships, and self-love. Through interactive discussions and music analysis, you’ll gain real, evidence-based insights into why relationships work, why they sometimes don’t, and how to build healthier connections in your own life.

Whether you’re a lifelong Swiftie, a music enthusiast, or simply curious about the science behind your close relationships, this course offers a fresh, engaging way to earn credit while exploring topics that matter to you.

Course Details:
— Course: PSYC 4V80: Relationship Science Through the Music of Taylor Swift (CRN: 34415)
— Format: Online, Asynchronous
— Dates: July 6 – August 7, 2026
— Instructor: Dr. James Wages
— Prerequisite: PSYC 1300

Don’t miss your chance to turn your love of music into academic and personal insight. Register today — seats are limited!

 

Submitted by: Teresa Burton, tlb90003@uca.edu on 04/16/2026

Spring Social April 24, 2026 11am-1pm

 

Submitted by: Chad Lairamore, chadl@uca.edu on 04/16/2026

Got Bear Bucks from BeWell? Put them to work and keep your wellness journey going. The Community Care Clinic now accepts Bear Bucks! Use them for co-pays or to pay for services. Our team-based care approach is here to support you every step of the way.

Submitted by: Shalia Delph, sdelph@uca.edu on 04/16/2026

Staff Senate has initiated a new program this Spring. Future-Ready Bears is a program designed to assist our fellow campus staff with back-to-school supplies. The program is open to all ÍøÆØÃÅ and Aramark employees who meet the qualification requirements.
Look for the black donation bins in Bernard Hall, Burdick Hall, and Harrin Hall. Donations are still being accepted.
Please see the attached flyer for the supply wish list and monetary donation link. Donations will also be accepted at the Spring Social on Friday, April 24, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact Shalia Delph (sdelph@uca.edu) or Brandy Davis (bdavis66@uca.edu).
Thank you for supporting Staff Senate and our fellow staff members.

 

Submitted by: Tina Huddleson, thuddleson@uca.edu on 04/15/2026

Join us on Study Day, April 24, beginning at 9:00 AM for presentations from Honors students who have completed their capstone projects. We will have presentations from a variety of majors and disciplines, highlighting both creative, experiential, and traditional research-based projects. Come support your peers and cheer them on for this final step of their undergraduate research process. We also have some students presenting during alternate times and/or locations. For the full schedule or any questions, email the Undergraduate Research Coordinator at thuddleson@uca.edu.

 

Submitted by: Travis Johnson, tjohnson56@uca.edu on 04/15/2026

Graduation is a major milestone, and we want to make sure every student has the opportunity to participate.

Through the Gowns for Grads initiative, a limited number of cap and gown sets are available for students who may have difficulty purchasing their own. Priority will be given to students who are Pell Grant eligible and/or first-generation college students.

The application is open from April 3 through April 17, and all submissions will be reviewed after the deadline.

If this resource would help you or a student you know participate in commencement, we encourage you/them to apply!!!