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UofA Art Department given Big Gift
The UofA Art Department received $120 million gift from the Walton family. The gift is the largest ever to be given to a U.S. university to support an art program. Jeannie Hulen, Chair of the Art Department, said this gift will have a wide ranging impact. “It’s not going to just impact us but will also…
Hurricane Harvey Hits Home for UofA Student
FAYETTEVILLE, AR – Hurricane Harvey flooded parts of Southeast Texas with more than 50 inches of rain. Now people on campus are looking for ways to help those affected by the catastrophic storm. Just because students are hundreds of miles away from the devastation – that doesn’t mean they can’t help. In fact, one student…
Springdale Teen Benefits from DACA
Fernanda Vazquez was 7 years old when she came to the United States with her mother and siblings. Her father was the first one to make the big move before they came and both her parents wanted a better future and opportunities for her family, but things grew complicated as Vazquez grew older. “I didn’t…
Local Elementary School Raises Money in Honor of a Furry Friend
The students of Vandergriff Elementary school are collecting used books of all types for their annual Charlie Brown book sale. Although the event is the largest annual fundraiser for the Fayetteville animal shelter, this year will feel a little different, with the passing of Charlie Brown. Vandergriff teacher, Sherri Wheeler, started the event over a…
Friends of India Bring Hindu Festival to Campus
“It’s really fun, it’s not what I was expecting but it’s really fun, I like all of the colors,” said senior Morgan Cappadonna Holi is a hindu spring festival that is celebrated mainly in India and Nepal. Also known as the festival of color, Holi celebrates the beginning of the indian calendar year which occurs…
Baseball League Turns Home Runs Into Hope
For most kids, baseball is just a game, but at the Miracle League of Northwest Arkansas it’s more than that. “Miracle league is a baseball league set up for special needs of all flavors,” said Jared Park, head coach of the Yankees. Miracle League is designed to help people with special needs experience the game…
Local Program Teaches Life Lessons Through Golf
The First Tee, a nationwide golf program, aims at teaching kid’s values like integrity, respect and perseverance through the game of golf. The program has been in Northwest Arkansas for 10 years. Coach Michael Dryer explains how the First Tee teaches kid’s life lessons through the game. “When you’re out playing golf, you have to…
What to Expect This Week in Weather
Jon Douglas gives you your Five Day Weather update. This update originally appeared on last night’s episode of UATV News (4-19-17).
Emergency Preparedness Department Gives Tips to Stay Safe
Emergency Preparedness at the University of Arkansas informs students of hazardous events taking place on campus. Most students have received a Raz-Alert for serve weather, but the department has plans in place for other events including power outages, civil disturbances and fire. Act 562, the law that allows individuals to carry a concealed handgun on…
Former Meth Addict Finds Help at Seven Hills
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)–“None of my family trusts me anymore,” said Janine Young. “Janine Young took care of people for seven years. She was a personal support assistant for the handicapped in Oklahoma, but her life completely changed when her boyfriend introduced her to meth. “He asked me if I ever tried it before, I…