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Road Closure on Stadium Drive Starts Today
by Chris Zahn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark – The section of Stadium Drive between Union Service Drive and Meadow Street will be closed to traffic from March 11-22. Detour routes will be posted for drivers and pedestrians. The facilities management project is to improve roads, drainage and lighting along Stadium Drive. The project will include widening sidewalks,…
Tobacco use in the ‘Natural State’
by Chris Zahn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark – Cigarette use in Arkansas continues to rise. In 2016 23.6 percent of adults smoked, according to True Initiative. Nationally, the rate was 17.1 percent. In 2017, 13.7 percent of high school students smoked a cigarette in the past 30 days. The national percentage is 8.8 percent. Arkansas is ranked…
Dungee Earns Spot on SEC All-Tournament Team
by Chris Zahn FAYETTEVILLE, Ark – The surprising SEC tournament run for the womens basketball team came to a disappointing end for the ladies on Sunday when they lost to Mississippi State Bulldogs 101-70. Chelsea Dungee earned Southeastern Conference All-Tournament Team honors setting a record with 103 points in tourney play. Dungee is one of two…
ASG Election Races Heat Up
by Samson Tamijani The annual ASG senate and executive races have a lot up for grabs this year. Students have the power to vote on a number of issues, from increases in fees to the potentially electing the first Muslim president in the university’s history. Preceding this week’s voting, mass crowds were jubilant for their…
Winter Weather Comes to Fayetteville in March
by Wyatt Garrett FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Spring begins in a couple weeks, but those living in Northwest Arkansas may feel that it’s further off. This weekend, Fayetteville and the surrounding areas, saw a mix of snow and ice cover the region this weekend. It’s rather uncommon to see snow in Northwest Arkansas in March. The…
On Campus Ministry Helps Students Observe Ash Wednesday
by Wyatt Garrett FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Catholic students will be able to observe an important day thanks to an on-campus ministry. Ash Wednesday is tomorrow, March 6, and Wesley College Ministry is having two mass services to help celebrate the day. Cath Dhority, a junior biological anthropology major, appreciates the ability to easily observe the…
Group Honors Student Organizations
by Wyatt Garrett FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – An organization honors registered student groups by allowing students to nominate them for awards. The Student Organization Outreach and Involvement Experience (SOOIE) is asking students for nominations on their favorite registered student organizations (RSOs). The nominations include Outstanding RSO, Outstanding New RSO, Outstanding RSO Program, Outstanding RSO Advisor and…
STEM Career Fair Held at the UofA
by Khadn Adderley FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Students majoring in fields involving Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) get the opportunity to network to various employers. The College of Engineering at the UofA wants students to pursue excellence in research, scholarship and education and to ensure personal and professional growth for engineering leaders. With a total…
Women in the Workforce Conference for Women’s History Month
by Khadn Adderley FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A few industry veterans have made their way to Fayetteville for the Women in the Workforce Conference. As a continuation of the UofA’s Women’s History Month celebration, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion strives to celebrate the achievements and roles women have played throughout American history. This conference under…
University Programs Hosts NBA 2K19 Tournament
by Khadn Adderley FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Students looking for a way to relieve the stress of midterms can enjoy a night of gaming. University Programs will host a 2K tournament for those students who are going through the struggles of midterms and want to support their favorite NBA team. The competition allows students to form…