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GSIE launches crowd-funded campaign to help graduate and international students
By: Caden Gray FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Graduate School and International Studies (GSIE) launched a crowd-funding campaign via FundRazor to support students in need of financial assistance. The money goes toward two funds, the Needy Family Graduate Student Emergency Support Fund and the International Student Catastrophic Fund. These funds support graduate and international students…
UAPD to host drug take-back event
By: Jolea Richardson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The University Police Department will host a drug takeback event this weekend, Oct. 28. They will accept any excess drugs and needles, no questions asked. Community Outreach and Involvement Liaison Corporal Allen Porter said that this event gives people a chance to properly dispose of any unneeded drugs. “I…
“Goosebumps” author coming to Fayetteville.
By: Jolea Richardson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Renowned author R.L. Stine is coming to the Fayetteville Public Library. Director of FPL’s Marketing and Communications, Samantha Herrera, said she encourages people to attend. “This is going to be a fun event for Stine fans of all ages,” Herrera said. Following the presentation, Stine will be available to…
Offensive Coordinator fired
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- Coach Dan Enos has been released from the Razorback football coaching staff. The role of offensive coordinator and quarterback coach will be filled by Kenny Guiton for the rest of the season. This decision comes after Saturday’s loss to Mississippi State, during the University’s homecoming. This leaves the Razorbacks…
Guessing the homecoming score for school spirit
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- “Guess the Score,” an event promoted by University Programs, is back and ready to celebrate homecoming. The event started yesterday, at 11:00 a.m. and will continue to be open until tomorrow at 2 p.m. “Guess the Score” allows students to give their predictions for the score of the Razorback…
Homecoming takes the hill
By: Gabriella Phelan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Homecoming festivities are officially underway on the hill. The week, dedicated to celebrating the University and those who call it home, will take place from Oct. 18 until Oct. 21. A wide variety of events will happen across the campus; new traditions are expected to arise, while some…
Celebrating staff with food and prizes
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- This week is teacher appreciation week, and the University of Arkansas is celebrating. The Staff Senate has put together a variety of treats for the faculty. Kaitlyn Riggin, chair of Special Events in the Staff Senate, says the Senate wants to honor the staff. “The staff we have on…
Speech and Debate team brings home 3rd place at tournament
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The UARK Speech and Debate team participated in the Missouri Mule tournament at the University of Central Missouri over the weekend. The team won 3rd place in debate program and 3rd place in overall program across 23 groups, earning them sweepstakes. Seven students were recognized with titles of finalist,…
A bike ride on campus to encourage sustainability
By: Jenna Swope FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The Office for Sustainability will host “Cruise to Campus” for the entire U of A community. The event takes place October 11th from eight to ten in the morning, and starts on the Old Main lawn. Caroline Cheek, a student devoted to sustainability, said, “the event is designed…
Fitober is underway through UREC fitness center
By: Jenna Swope FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas recreation kicked Fitober off last week at the start of the month. Fitober is a challenge that encourages people to log 600 minutes of physical activity for the month. Those who log all their minutes are able to receive a Chartwells gift card that…