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Students notice the increase of halal dining options on campus over the last four years
“We know that we have a diverse student population, and we try to listen to that and accommodate that. So, with halal-based eating, a committee was formed last year that got to voice what they wanted from our dining halls.” In both the 1021 and Fulbright dining halls, there are Green Tables. Green Tables…
University of Arkansas Sierra Student Coalition Impact on Local Area
By: Jessica Znidarsic Arkansas is known as the Natural State, and there are many organizations within the Northwest Arkansas area specifically that are helping the state maintain its natural beauty. The Sierra Student Coalition of the University of Arkansas is one of those organizations helping keep the Natural State beautiful. This specific chapter of the…
Leading Provider of Scholarship for Women
By: Phoebe Harris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Miss America Competition began on the boardwalk of Atlantic City in 1921. Since 1921, Miss America has been one of the country’s most recognizable household names, and the organization serves as the number one provider of scholarship assistance for young women in the nation. The 2023…
Palestine peace protesters demand ceasefire
By: Carlee Gilpin Fayetteville, Ark. (UATV)- Abel Tomlinson with the Arkansas Anti-War Alliance held a Palestine Peace Protest on Sunday, October 22nd. It was held in front of the Washington County Courthouse with nearly 200 protesters. Chants like “end the siege end the war” echoed outside of the courthouse, and many vehicles honked in solidarity.…
University of Arkansas students inspired to help local ex-inmates
By: Grant Smithson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark, (UATV) – Over just 10,000 people are released from Arkansas State Prisons annually. Broken down by gender in the state of Arkansas just over 6,000 males and 4,000 females are released back out into the world after what could be years of being away from friends, family, and the reality…
Caffeine overconsumption on campus
By: Philip Jackman FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)— For many of us, we start the day off with a cup of coffee or two cups. Some people will then have a couple of energy drinks later in the day and finally end off with a soda at dinner. This is an example of caffeine overconsumption. Caffeine overconsumption…
Assistant professor studies the effects of breast cancer on black women
By: Taylor Sheffield Fayetteville, Ark. (UATV): The Bailey Laboratory was founded by Dr. Tameka Bailey. Background: Dr. Bailey is from Gould, Arkansas, and attended the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to complete her undergrad. Dr. Bailey then went on to get her PhD from the University of Arkansas, where she was recruited by the…
Native American Student Association teaches students about Native Heritage
By: Chandler Nichols FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- With November being National American Heritage Month, Culture, traditions, and language are all a part of the month-long celebrations. With this year’s theme focused on identity, respect and sovereignty, members were able to showcase their roots through different ways such as traditional dance and traditional sport. History Native American…
The effects of “doomscrolling” on students
By: Caden Gray FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The mental health effects of social media have never been more prevalent, exacerbated by the lonely months spent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recent studies have found that the overuse of social media has a direct correlation to worsening mental health in college students. Now, a new concept is…
Washington County is working to service veterans through affordable housing.
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- Patriot Park will provide a form of affordable housing to those who have served for the United States. Proposed several years ago as a solution to the need for housing for low-income veterans in the area, it has since become a project supported throughout the community. WASHINGTON COUNTY, A…