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University of Arkansas works to improve accessibility across campus
By: Ellisyn Sanders FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas is working to improve accessibility and inclusion across campus. Some areas remain challenging for people with mobility issues because of steep hills and older buildings. Gladson-Ripley Hall, currently used for temporary office space, lacks elevators, making it impossible for some students, faculty, and staff…
University group creates improved airplane motor
By: Joshua Droll FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — UA Power Group states on its website that engineers “train, educate, empower, and inspire a diverse population of engineers and leaders to address global energy challenges by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, cutting-edge research, and experiential learning” within the confines of its research. That research took to California skies back…
University of Arkansas holds grand opening celebration for the renovated HPER
By: Mac Demo FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas community gathered today to celebrate the grand reopening of the U of A HPER. The event featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, remarks from university administration, along with guided tours around the building showcasing what upgrades were made. Guests also enjoyed food and received commemorative t-shirts…
First generation student week kicks off Nov. 3 at the U of A
By: Mac Demo FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas will celebrate first generation student week from Nov. 3-7, leading up to the national first generation student day on Nov. 8. With about 25% of U of A student’s being first generation, the week spotlights the talent, resilience, and the contributions of students who…
10 Commandments installed around U of A campus
By: Shoshiana Vang FAYETTEVILLE, ARK. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas (U of A) started installing posters of the Ten Commandments around campus last week. The university is one of the first in the nation to mandate the installations, which are expected to last for the Fall 2025 semester. A bill introduced on March 11…
Craft For a Cause partners with Peace at Home to support survivors
By: Ellisyn Sanders FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Craft For A Cause, a Registered Student Organization at the University of Arkansas, is partnering with Peace at Home Family Shelter this semester to collect essential household items for families escaping domestic violence. The donation drive began Sept. 28 and runs through Nov. 28, with drop-off locations at…
Upcoming Chancellor’s Ball with Homecoming announcement
By: Shoshiana Vang FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Associated Student Government (ASG), Alumni Association and the Office of Student Activities at the University of Arkansas (U of A) will co-host the annual Chancellor’s Ball on Wednesday, Oct. 22. The event is open to all students and features free food and live music from two local…
Students work to break the stigma around mental health
By: Ellisyn Sanders FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — October includes several national events focused on mental health, such as Mental Illness Awareness Week and World Mental Health Day. The month encourages people to check in on themselves and others and to keep conversations about mental well-being going. At the University of Arkansas, one student organization is…
Parking and Transit Initiatives
By: Jaxson Miller FAYETTEVILLE, AR (UATV)- The University of Arkansas is rolling out four key initiatives aimed at improving campus parking and transit access, guided in part by feedback collected from more than 2,000 students and employees. These four main initiatives are increasing Razorback Transit frequency, improving communication with campus users, adding new parking infrastructure,…
U of A record enrollment 2025-26
By: Emma Manhire FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas hit record breaking numbers this school year 2025-2026 for student enrollment. Breakdown of STUDENT ENROLLMENT numbers STUDENT FRUSTRATION As student enrollment increases each year, some upperclassmen students feel that this growth is a constant conversation amongst students. Some students said the university’s rapid growth…