University of Arkansas
Student Television
Athlete With a Backup Plan
By Sven Larson Fayetteville, Ark.– Some student athletes look to go professional as soon as they can but for others they have to come up with a backup plan. Junior shooting guard, Jailyn Mason is the definition of a consistent shooter. Now that she’s almost played her last game on the hardwood, she strives to…
Avengers: Endgame (2019) Expected to Take Over NWA Cinemas
by Samson Tamijani FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Reality can often be disappointing, as Thanos says. But if the first reviews of Avengers: Endgame are any indication, moviegoers in northwest Arkansas will not be let down whatsoever. Half of all life may have been wiped out in the Marvel Cinematic Universe last year, but half the entire…
Spring in Arkansas is Peak of Severe Weather
by Nicolas Bravo FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–With spring season being storm season, any storm that pushes its way into Northwest Arkansas has the chance to spawn a tornado, putting students in danger. Recent studies from the Storm Prediction Center showed that tornado alley has started to shift East, especially over Arkansas and Mississippi. This has led to…
Checking Cars Before Long Road Trips
by Nicolas Bravo FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–With summer approaching in a few weeks, students are set to leave campus for a few months and drive home. Before driving home, students should check their vehicles to make sure they are safe for travel, and won’t pose a travel hazard. “Tire checks, for the pressure, windshield washer fluids and…
Fayetteville Bond Program Improves Transportation for Residents
By Destiny Washington FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Fayetteville voters passed a $73 million bond program to make transportation easier and safer for everyone. This money will go towards the Transportation Improvement Project. The project has been prioritized by public input during the Fayetteville Mobility Plan. It includes improvements to stop lights, trails, crosswalks and intersections. “We…
Local Bar to Host Game of Thrones Watch Parties
By Sam Hathaway FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–The award-winning series Game of Thrones returned to HBO on Sunday for its eighth and final season premiere. Fans gathered at Prairie Street Bar and Tap to watch the first episode. The second most successful show in Emmy Award history, G.O.T seems to have a little bit of everything for everyone.…
New Head Hogs Coaching Style
by Nicolas Bravo FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The new head Hog’s arrival brings plenty of changes and many fans wonder how his offense compares to former coach Mike Anderson. With Anderson, fans could find his Fastest 40 mantra on shirts and cups, and new head coach Eric Musselman hopes to bring it to the court. “You’ve…
University Offers Chance for Waste Free Event
by Catherine Norris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–Campus events can yield a large amount of trash, but one University office gives students a chance to have fun while generating zero waste. At least that has been the goal since the University of Arkansas Office of Sustainability established Zero Waste Events in 2014. The first Zero Waste Event to…
Campus Remains Unclean Despite Earth Week Celebrations
by Catherine Norris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–Earth Week started at the University of Arkansas on April 22, but trash remains an issue around campus. Some of the most common litter items found on the grounds of the University are straws and plastic bottles. Cigarette buds also litter the parking lots and lawns at the edge of campus.…
Health Center Hosts ‘Take Back the Night’ Rally
by Catherine Norris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Pat Walker Health Center invites advocates for women’s safety to march to “Take Back the Night.” Sarah Subtle attends the University of Arkansas. She says she feels safe during the daylight hours but night time is a different story. “One time I was walking…