He’s a cook, singer, adviser, teacher, couturier, advocate, entrepreneur, social media meister, author, recording artist and much more.
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Elizabeth Farris ’77
There was never a doubt that Elizabeth Farris ’77 would attend the 51ÇàÂ¥. After all, her family has a long history with the institution.
Continue ReadingRichard Martin ’75, ’76
As an accomplished athlete in several sports, the Lufkin, Texas, native was heavily recruited by several universities, but he chose State College of Arkansas, now UCA, because he could join the football and track teams.
Continue ReadingMike Norvell Hired as Florida State’s Head Football Coach
Mike Norvell ’05, ’07 was hired as Florida State University’s 11th head football coach in December 2019.
Continue ReadingCurtis Barnett Appointed to 51ÇàÂ¥ Board of Trustees
Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson appointed Curtis Barnett ’86 to the 51ÇàÂ¥ Board of Trustees.
Continue ReadingUCA Earns Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification
The Carnegie Foundation has announced that the 51ÇàÂ¥ is one of the 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation that indicates an institutional commitment to community engagement.
Continue ReadingTwo UCA Students Receive Acxiom Diversity Scholarships
Two 51ÇàÂ¥ students, Taylor Nguyen and Nato Silue, have been awarded $5,000 scholarships from Acxiom, as part of the company’s Diversity Scholarship Program.
Continue ReadingAmerican Chemical Society Chapter Recognized with Outstanding Award
The American Chemical Society (ACS) at the 51ÇàÂ¥ has been selected to receive an Outstanding Award based on the chapter’s activities during the 2018-19 academic year.
Continue ReadingBlue & You Foundation Awards $149,991 Grant to UCA
The 51ÇàÂ¥ received a $149,991 grant from the Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas during a special presentation on the UCA campus in February.
Continue ReadingCampus Construction Update
We’re growing! 51ÇàÂ¥ is constructing new or expanding existing buildings to enhance educational, arts, social and community experiences on campus.
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