Hinkle to serve on Board of Trustees for fourth time

Kay Hinkle has been reappointed to the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees for a fourth term by Gov. Sarah Sanders. Her new term expires in 2032. Hinkle was first appointed to the board in 2004 by former Gov. Mike Huckabee, again in 2011 by former Gov. Mike Beebe and a third time in 2018 by former Gov. Asa Hutchinson. "Ms. Hinkle’s longstanding commitment to has benefited … [Read more...]

UCA surpasses Day of Giving total again

Fourth time to raise over $1 million The University of Central Arkansas raised $1.51 million in its 11th annual Day of Giving. The total is the fourth time the university has topped $1 million since 2020. “We are ever grateful for the generosity of our students, faculty, staff, donors, friends and community. I continue to be humbled by their participation and support,” President … [Read more...]

U@ podcast wins Catalyst award

The University of Central Arkansas podcast, U@, was recently awarded the Catalyst Award, for 2024 Best Podcast.   Hosted by Assistant Director of Student Affairs Alexandria Smith-Todd, the U@ podcast serves as a guide to help future college students and their parents navigate college life at . Emily Greer, a marketing student from Sheridan, serves as co-host. The podcast has featured … [Read more...]

UCA Day of Giving set for March 13

The University of Central Arkansas will host its eleventh annual Day of Giving on Thursday, March 13. 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 . During this time, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students, friends and family are challenged to make a gift of … [Read more...]

Two students, friends presented as CLAWS at February BOT meeting

Cooper Horton and Dylan Silverman-Barnes were recognized as Bear CLAWS recipients at the University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees February 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 regularly scheduled board meetings.  Cooper is a senior double … [Read more...]

UCA Welcomes Artist in Residence Dr. Melvin Chen

The University of Central Arkansas will proudly host pianist and violinist Dr. Melvin Chen as an Artist in Residence on March 4-6.  Chen earned a doctorate in chemistry from Harvard University and holds a double master’s degree from The Juilliard School in piano and violin. Chen’s performances have been featured on radio and television stations around the world, including KBS television and … [Read more...]

UCA announces February 2025 Board of Trustees meeting

The University of Central Arkansas Board of Trustees will hold its February meeting at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, in the Board of Trustees Conference Room. After the board meeting, the board will have lunch in Wingo Hall, room 210.  Those wishing to view the meeting virtually may do so using the link provided: https://vimeo.com/event/4911986 A printable copy of the agenda may be found at … [Read more...]

UCA Welcomes Artist in Residence Crystal Wagner

The University of Central Arkansas will proudly host installation artist Crystal Wagner as an Artist in Residence from March 2-21.  Wagner holds an MFA from the University of Tennessee. In 2013, she was awarded the highly coveted Pollock-Krasner Grant. Wagner’s interest in combining 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional forms, alternative use of materials, and massive site-specific installations, … [Read more...]

Inclement Weather Update for Thursday, February 20, 2025

First, a special thank you to our weather essential employees at the Physical Plant, Police, Housing, and Dining Services for ensuring that campus operations continue during inclement weather. We also appreciate the teams in Torreyson Library, Ronnie Williams Student Center, Randy Pastor Student Health Clinic, and the HPER Center for taking steps to maximize their operations during these last few … [Read more...]

Inclement Weather Update for Tuesday, February 18, 2025

According to our latest updates from the National Weather Service, our area is in a winter storm warning beginning at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18. Travel conditions could be compromised beginning as early as late morning and continuing through part or all of Wednesday, February 19. In anticipation of possible hazardous travel conditions throughout the region, all classes on Tuesday, February 18 … [Read more...]