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The Veteran and Military-Affiliated Student Center celebrates “Purple Up Day”
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Veteran and Military-Affiliated Student Center (VMSC) at the University of Arkansas will celebrate “Purple Up Day” on April 15. “Purple Up Day” is a day for students, faculty and staff to wear purple in solidarity with other military dependents. The color purple was chosen because when combined, red, white and blue…
The City of Fayetteville hosts a blood drive honoring a late Fayetteville police officer
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark — Today the City of Fayetteville hosted its annual blood drive honoring the late Officer Stephen Carr, who served in the Fayetteville Police Department. Officer Carr was 27 years old when he was killed while on duty on Dec. 7, 2019. In a post shared to Instagram, the Fayetteville Police Department says they…
Denim Day comes to the University of Arkansas
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The longest running sexual violence prevention and education campaign is coming to the University of Arkansas on April 22. Denim Day is an awareness campaign held around the world in April, which is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Participants in the campaign wear jeans in protest against victim blaming and myths surrounding sexual…
“What Were You Wearing?” original exhibit back in the Arkansas Union
By: Hannah Moore FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — University of Arkansas’ Sexual & Relationship Violence Center showcases the survivor art installation “What Were You Wearing?” in the Arkansas Union Connections Lounge from April 6 to April 10. The exhibit was created at the University of Arkansas that features clothing worn by students, faculty, and staff from…
Fayetteville plans temporary water shutdowns due to regional pipeline work
By: Ashantey Allison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The City of Fayetteville is preparing for a series of temporary water shutdowns as regional infrastructure improvements move forward, with officials asking residents to conserve water on key dates. There are three planned shutdowns scheduled for March 31, April 2 and April 18 as part of construction led…
J-Days events connect students with journalism professionals at Kimpel Hall
By: Ashantey Allison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Students at the University of Arkansas School of Journalism and Strategic Media took part in a full day of networking, workshops and guest lectures Tuesday as part of the annual J-Days celebration in Kimpel Hall. Hosted in partnership with the Lemke Journalism Alumni Society, J-Days, founded in…
Atwood to speak in University of Arkansas Distinguished Lecture Series
By: Ashantey Allison FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Internationally acclaimed author Margaret Atwood is set to visit Northwest Arkansas this month, bringing one of the most influential literary voices of the modern era to campus as part of the University of Arkansas Distinguished Lecture Series. Atwood will speak on April 14 at 7 p.m. at the…
Wellness Hut Pop Up
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — UARK Wellness hosted a campus pop-up event giving students a chance to relax, connect, and take a break from their daily routines. This week’s wellness hut highlighted the concept of a “third space,” which refers to a place outside of home and school where people can gather, build relationships, and feel…
University of Arkansas Turning Point Usa Ends Affiliation with National Chapter
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas chapter of Turning Point USA has officially disaffiliated from its national organization. The decision comes just one week after CEO Erika Kirk visited Arkansas and met with Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, where they encouraged the expansion of chapters in public schools across the state. However, former members…
$2.1 Million Dollar Grant Awareded by the Early Care & Education Project
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — The University of Arkansas is receiving a $2.1 million grant from the state to support early childhood professionals across all 75 counties. State leaders say the funding aims to improve program quality, boost early learning, and better prepare children for kindergarten. According to the Arkansas Department of Education, the grant is…