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Multicultural Center helps students with midterm stress
By: Ashantey Allison and Catherine Spicer Midterms can mean long study sessions, busy schedules and added pressure for University of Arkansas students. But inside the Multicultural Center (MC), students can find a place to take a breath, connect with others and access everyday resources. From free scantrons for exams to snacks and coffee, the Center…
Cecilia Vega visits campus to mentor student journalists
By: Carley Hutchison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Award-winning journalist Cecilia Vega was on campus this past week, mentoring students, sharing her experiences, and giving advice. Vega spoke to students during classroom visits doing a Q&A interview, watching some of her past work, and discussing what goes into making an impactful story. “Getting to listen to…
Checkpoint Initiative works to educate Northwest Arkansas on opioid overdoses
By: Ashantey Allison and Catherine Spicer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Concerns about kratom use among college students have risen following the deaths of two University of Mississippi students. Kratom products were found at both scenes. According to the Mayo Clinic, Kratom is an addictive herbal extract that some people take to ease the symptoms of…
CDC Recommends Flu Shots Ahead of Flu Season
By: Carley Hutchison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Get ahead of flu season and start protecting yourself from the flu this year with a flu shot from Pat Walker Health Center. According to the CDC, flu viruses are constantly changing, and the vaccine composition is reviewed and modified each year to make it more effective. This…
New electronic research organization launches
By: Catherine Spicer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Arkansas Research Institute for Electronic Systems (ARIES) launched this week. The organization aims to develop next-generation power electronics, microelectronics, and semiconductors as well as provide workforce development. “ARIES represents exactly the kind of high-impact research we are working to expand at the University of Arkansas,” Chancellor Charles…
Arkansas Tennis returns after previously being cut
By: Karringtin Deffabaugh and Catherine Spicer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Arkansas Tennis is back in action after both teams were previously cut due to budget matters in April. The return has been centered around eagerness to play again. After the news broke, supporters worked to raise money. The Razorbacks then got news that they would…
University police make changes following 2025 swatting incident
By: Catherine Spicer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas Police Department has made several changes this school year following the August 2025 swatting incident. Nick Vang, a sophomore mechanical engineering major, said he was satisfied with UAPD’s response to the call. “UAPD was on the ball,” Vang said. “They were sending guys in…
UofA freshman class enters with record GPA
By: Catherine Spicer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The UofA freshman class is entering with a record 3.87 average grade point average. “This year’s freshman class is the largest and most academically accomplished group of incoming students in our history,” Suzanne McCray, vice provost for enrollment and dean of admission, said in a release. The incoming…
U of A Moves Up a Spot in U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings
By: Carley Hutchison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas moved up one spot for public institutions in the latest version of U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. The U of A has been ranked among the nation’s top 100 public universities for the past two years. From rank 103 in 2024…
University responds to growth with new buildings
By: Haley Frederking FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas is expanding its campus with new residence halls and an academic building. Two new Maple Hill residence halls and Dillard Hall are set to provide students with more housing, classroom space and resources. Maple Hill Central and Maple Hill North will be located…