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La Perspectiva Latina 11-11-2015
The Diversity Committee in the Department of Journalism created La Perspectiva Latina, a Spanish TV show focusing on the issues impacting the large Hispanic community in Northwest Arkansas. Spanish speaking students from Mexico, Central America, and South America have come together to produce the program, which airs once a month on UATV. Check out this…
Rape Reported at Pi Kappa Alpha House
An acquaintance rape was reported early last Friday morning at the Pi Kappa Alpha House. According to the University of Arkansas Police Department, the reported incident happened around 1:45 a.m. The alleged victim is an 18 year-old female student and has asked that no criminal charges be filed. Although she has not filed charges, the case…
U of A Grads to Business Owners
Graduation is approaching for seniors and many are applying for jobs and setting up interviews. Jack and Gabe, two graduates of the U of A, and COO’s of MyPhones Unlimited started their small business out of their frat house her at the university and are showing how an venture idea can turn into a reality. “I…
Concert Committee Seeks Input
Although it’s still fall, some are already looking forward to spring. Students are thinking about their schedules for the spring semester and the Headliners Concert Committee is working on the 2016 Springtime of Youth Music Festival. The inaugural event included a performance by Wiz Kalifa and now organizers want suggestions for next year’s musicians. You…
Student Hit by Car on Campus
A University of Arkansas student was hit by a car today on Razorback Road while in a crosswalk. The student was transported to Washington Regional Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. According to UAPD, the driver of the car hit the breaks but did not stop in time and the student heard tires slide before getting…
Web Exclusive: Uncut Interview with Chancellor Ferritor
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — UATV’s Cassie Schirm sat down earlier today with University of Arkansas Chancellor Dan Ferritor regarding recent events at the University of Missouri. Ferritor also released a statement to students today saying “Everyone on the University of Arkansas campus community should also stop to look at where we are, as a campus and as…
BREAKING: Plane Crashes on MLK
By Megan Bedenikovic A small, private plane crashed on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. It went down around 9:45 this morning. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, it was traveling from Bentonville to Waco, Texas. The plane experienced oil pressure problems and had to take a emergency landing. The pilot deployed the emergency parachute and the plane crashed…
ASG, Greek Life and RESPECT are Raising Sexual Assault Awareness in November
In November, several programs in the Division of Student Affairs will be hosting campaigns for sexual assault awareness. Associated Student Government will have its first Sexual Assault Awareness day and pledge drive, Greek Life will bring the nationally recognized It’s On Us campaign and pledge to campus and the RESPECT Program has two events coupling…
Students Working on Homecoming Floats and Lawn Decorations for Friday
Homecoming is this Saturday and students around campus are preparing for the celebration. Pairings work to construct floats and lawn decorations to show their pride for the University of Arkansas. Tune into UATV Friday night at 7 for live coverage of the parade and other homecoming festivities.
U of A Celebrates Homecoming 2015
Homecoming week is underway at the University of Arkansas. and this year’s theme is Flashback Fayetteville 2015. The U of A Student Alumni Association has organized a series of events during the week leading up to Homecoming weekend. Those events include: Pigskin Classic Date: Oct. 27 Time: 6:00 p.m. Location: Intramural fields. This flag football tournament, which has…