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Wambach Talk is Still On at U of A — Even After DUI Arrest
The University of Arkansas student-sponsored Distinguished Lecture Series committee doesn’t plan to cancel an upcoming appearance by soccer legend Abby Wambach. Her talk, in the format of a moderated question-and-answer session, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, April 18 in Bud Walton Arena. The event is free and open to the public, and no tickets…
Journalism Professor to Deliver Roy Reed Lecture
Hoyt Purvis, former press secretary to Sen. J.W. Fulbright and longtime University of Arkansas professor of journalism and international relations, will deliver the annual Roy Reed Lecture at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, in the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House. The lecture is free and open to the public. The Roy Reed Lecture Series was…
Off Campus Connections Recognized for Adult Learners Program from NASPA
At the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators annual conference Off Campus Connections was awarded recognition for Outstanding Undergraduate Adult Learner Program. The award recognizes “an outstanding entity/program within a higher education institution that provides exceptional support — characterized by a collection of creative methods — to undergraduate adult learners.” Nominees and award recipients must break…
ASG Presidential Hopeful Profile: Davis Trice
Davis Trice is a Fayetteville native who has been involved with ASG since his Freshman year. He said if he is elected, he wants to raise awareness about student debt. While serving on former ASG President Daniel McFarland’s cabinet, he raised money for the UA Cares fund. Trice also said he wants to promote philanthropy…
ASG Presidential Hopeful Profile: Alex Flemister
Alex Flemister is a two year member of the ASG Senate. He has also served with the Razorback Action Group where he works with State Legislators to promote student issues. If he is elected, he said he wants to bring a common application so that anyone across the country can easily apply to the University…
ASG Presidential Hopeful Profile: Connor Flocks
As a Freshman, Connor Flocks worked with the Associated Student Government. His Sophomore year, he worked on Daniel McFarland’s Executive Cabinet as his assistant. He said he learned what it takes to be Student Body President. Now, Flocks works in leadership positions in various areas of the campus. His team’s main initiatives: improved commuter parking…
ASG Presidential Hopeful Profile: Jace Motley
Jace Motley is the current chairman of the ASG Senate. After losing almost sixty pounds this summer, he said if he is elected, he will promote health in the dining halls and at the HPER. He said he believes that his experience puts him ahead of the other candidates. He also said he wants to…
Divers Set For Zone D Championships
Arkansas divers will compete at the NCAA Zone D Diving Championships March 7-9 at Texas A&M’s Student Recreation Center Natatorium in College Station, Texas. The NCAA Zone D Championships is one of five meets across the nation, serving as a qualifier for the 2016 NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships March 16-19 at Georgia Tech’s McAuley Aquatic…
Honors College Fellowship Weekend Draws Top Students to Campus
If by chance you see any nervous-looking students dressed for success today, with Honors College nametags around their necks, please make them feel welcome! They are on campus to attend Fellowship Weekend, the Honors College’s premier recruiting event. The Honors College is hosting 144 high-achieving students from high schools across Arkansas and beyond. These students…
UofA Tuition Costs On the Rise
FAYETTEVILLE, ARK– It’s no secret that tuition costs at the UofA are rising, but for some students it makes becoming a Razorback almost impossible. Brooke McCaslin always wanted to be a razorback. But after completing two years at the northwest Arkansas community college, or NWACC, she went to enroll at the UofA but she was…