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ASG narrows down to top 12 king and queen candidates leading up to the Chancellor’s Ball
By: Jenna Swope FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas homecoming game is right around the corner and the campus is calling all the hogs home. The homecoming weekend includes activities, but one yearly tradition is the homecoming court. The Associated Student Government has narrowed down the court to twelve men and women who…
Israel under attack impacting Northwest Arkansas
By: Katie Parker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A surprise attack on Southern Israel by the Palestinian group Hamas has rippled a wave of fear and concern all over the world, including Northwest Arkansas. “It’s terrifying,” Yael Even, University of Arkansas senior said. “Israel has always been a place that felt like home to me. It’s…
Fayetteville homicide suspect arrested
By: Katie Parker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – A murder suspect has been arrested for the suspicious death located at the Sugar Tree Apartments. On September 30th, Fayetteville Police Department responded to a call that led to the discovery of the deceased 49-year-old Willie McAway found in unusual circumstances. Authorities recently revealed the victim appeared to…
Walking to commemorate National Indigenous Peoples Day
By: Katie Parker FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas celebrated Indigenous Peoples Day by hosting the 19th annual observance on October 9th. The day was honored with food and an open mic on the South Terrace of the Arkansas Union. “We would like to embrace that Indigenous people were already here for thousands…
International and Global Studies to livestream CHINA Town Hall 2023
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The International and Global Studies Program will be live streaming the CHINA Town Hall 2023 program. In partnership with the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations, the live stream is set to take place on Wednesday, October 11th. The CHINA Town Hall meeting will feature a conversation between U.S. Ambassador…
Celebrating inclusivity through writing
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The Writing Studio in collaboration with One Book One Community, is hosting a writing competition surrounding the book Sitting Pretty, by Rebekah Taussig. Sitting Pretty, is Taussig’s memoir, specifically elaborating on her life as a wheelchair user and facing an able-bodied world. Katie Ditchkus, Writing Studio Graduate Assistant, says…
Chancellor Robinson to share plans for university advancement
By: Gabriella Phelan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Chancellor Charles Robinson will give a ‘State of the University’ address next week, Oct. 11. Dr. Robinson is set to give updates about the ‘150 Forward Strategic Plan’, and share the successes seen during his tenure. The ‘150 Forward Strategic Plan’ serves to fulfill the University of Arkansas’…
“Advancing Access and Equity”- Disability Awareness Month
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The University of Arkansas is celebrating Disability Awareness Month with a variety of different events. The theme this year is “Advancing Access and Equity”. This tradition started in 1945, it was originally a week dedicated to supporting disability diversity in the workplace. However, over time, it has grown into…
Red and White: The Razorback Men’s Basketball Team gives fans a season preview
By: Yael Even FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The Razorback Men’s Basketball Team takes the court to showcase to fans what they can expect for the upcoming season. The game will be held at Barnhill Arena on Wednesday, with tip off set for 6:30p.m.. “I think it’ll be a good show for the fans. We want as…
Ted Hammig and the Campaign goes metro
By: Yael Even FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- A local rock and roll band, Ted Hammig and the Campaign is growing their fan-base as they prepare to play in Austin Oct. 16th, at “The Ballroom at Spiderhouse ”at 6:30p.m. “I’m actually excited to see the city,” said Ted Hammig, Lead Singer. “We’re there when Austin City Limits…