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The Struggles of Mental Health
By: Khadn Adderley FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — One student at the University of Arkansas took his struggle with mental illness and turned it into something much better. This summer, after a doctor’s visit, Jacoby Hurst learned that he had anxiety and depression, something he was concerned about, but wasn’t alarmed. “I wasn’t feeling myself, I wasn’t…
Free Cat Friday
By: Arden Wynn FAYETTEVILLE-Ark.,– The 8th annual Free Cat Friday is coming back to Fayetteville November 8th. The Fayetteville Animal Shelter’s mission is to free up their caging in order to be able to fit new cats that need a place to stay until they, too, are adopted. Over the past years the shelter has…
Athletic Department Adding New Security Measures.
By Cortney Winston Fayetteville, ARK. – The Athletics Department is adding new and improved security measures to three venues within the next year. Bud Walton Arena, Baum-Walker Stadium, and Razorback Stadium are getting upgraded with walk through metal detectors. While the goal is to enhance security, minimizing inconvenience is another point of interest. Fans will…
University Seeks External Management for Bookstore
By Michael Adkison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The University of Arkansas hosted presentations by two potential vendors to manage the University Bookstore. “We would like the Bookstore to be the go-to destination for textbooks, course materials, obviously being a low cost leader there is very important to us,” Cale Fessler, associate vice chancellor, said. Barnes &…
Discounted Graduation Items On Sale This Week
Fayetteville, Ark. — Students graduating in December can pick up needed materials and other memorabilia during Graduation Salute this week at U of A Bookstore. Senior class items like caps and gowns, class rings, and diploma frames can be bought Wednesday from 10 to 6 Wednesday through Friday. Official pictures will also be available for…
Students to Host Fayetteville Mayor for Environmental Town Hall
By Samson Tamijani FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Fayetteville Mayor Lioneld Jordan will visit campus Wednesday to speak with students on the city’s sustainability efforts and policies. A local chapter of Oakland, Calif.-based environmental group Net Impact organized the event alongside campus student authorities Residents Interhall Congress and Associated Student Government. According to Amelia Holcomb, vice president…
Students to Host Fayetteville Mayor for Environmental Town Hall
By Samson Tamijani FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Fayetteville Mayor Lioneld Jordan will visit campus Wednesday to speak with students on the city’s sustainability efforts and policies. A local chapter of Oakland, Calif.-based environmental group Net Impact organized the event alongside campus student authorities Residents Interhall Congress and Associated Student Government. According to Amelia Holcomb, vice president…
Students to Host Fayetteville Mayor for Environmental Town Hall
By Samson Tamijani FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Fayetteville Mayor Lioneld Jordan will visit campus Wednesday to speak with students on the city’s sustainability efforts and policies. A local chapter of Oakland, Calif.-based environmental group Net Impact organized the event alongside campus student authorities Residents Interhall Congress and Associated Student Government. According to Amelia Holcomb, vice president…
UA to Honor First Generation Students Friday
By Samson Tamijani FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Current and former students of University of Arkansas who represent the first generation of their families to achieve higher education will have a chance to be honored at the Arkansas Union Friday. UA New Student & Programs hosts “I’m First,” a three hour catered event Friday afternoon at the…
Fayetteville Upgrades Gulley Park Bike Trail
By: Haley Berley FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The city of Fayetteville upgraded the bike trails lining Gulley Park with a one-of-a-kind improvement that includes accessibility for those with disabilities. “The ADA [American’s with Disabilities Act] is critical for our new facilities, anything we’re building from right here, everything about this project is accessible to accommodate users…