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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…
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…