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Parking deck project at Fayetteville High School sparks environmental concerns
By: Belle Norton FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The construction of a new parking deck at Fayetteville High School has raised concerns among residents and environmental advocates after the removal of several mature trees. The multi-level parking structure is part of the district’s long-term infrastructure plan to address a critical parking shortage. With 2,600 students and…
UREC HPER construction
By: Tyler Arnold FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas UREC HPER Building is currently under construction for renovation. The renovation is a $24 million project that will add an additional 13,000 square feet to the fitness area, functional training areas, and windows in the fitness area. The renovation will also include new locker…
Associated Student Government general election
By: Tyler Arnold FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Voting has begun for the Associated Student Government General Election. Student voting will be held on vote.uark.edu up until March 12 at 4 p.m. The election will determine the positions of president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. Voters will also be able to vote on senators from their…
Zeta philanthropy ‘King of Pink’
By: Tyler Arnold FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — This week was the beginning of King of Pink, a philanthropy event held by the Zeta Tau Alpha chapter at the University of Arkansas. The event is held to help raise money for breast cancer awareness. King of Pink is ran by Zeta’s Vice President of Philanthropy and…
Arkansas Senate Bill 184
By: Phillip Kent FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV) — The Arkansas Senate voted 23-8 on SB184, this bill will transfer authorities and powers of the Arkansas State Library Board and the Arkansas Educational Television Commission (AETC) to the Arkansas Department of Education. The bill also abolishes the AETC and the state library boards that oversee public libraries…
Ring week
By: Phillip Kent FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — At the University of Arkansas, a class ring symbolizes academic achievement, school pride, and a journey toward success. Balfour, a leader in class ring design, provides high-quality rings that reflect hard work, growth, and Razorback spirit. Balfour has created jewelry that resonates with students since 1913. For U-of-A…
Spring break safety
By: Phillip Kent FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — With classes starting a week earlier than usual at the University of Arkansas, students can hardly wait for spring break to arrive, symboling the half-way point of the semester. The week of spring break was also pushed back a week in 2025, due to scheduling changes and to…
Union floor re-opening
By: Phillip Kent FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas Union A6 floor, located above the Union Living Room, underwent major renovations to create a more student-focused environment over the past year. This floor is home to key student offices and organizations including, Student Involvement & Leadership, the Associate Student Government (ASG), Parent &…
University Facilities malfunction causes heat reduction on campus
by: Kennedy Smith FAYETTEVILLE, Ark (UATV) – The University of Arkansas Housing and Facility Management departments worked together to resolve an issue caused by inclement weather Feb. 20. Though class was not in session, many parts of campus were still affected by the freezing temperatures and snow. Each of the nineteen dorms on the University…
Expanding Access to IVF: How a New Executive Order Could Change Fertility Treatment
By: Emerson Burris FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — For families struggling with infertility, in vitro fertilization, or IVF, can be a life-changing solution. But high costs and limited insurance coverage often put treatment out of reach. A newly signed executive order by former President Donald Trump aims to expand insurance coverage for IVF and make treatments…