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Eric Musselman to leave Arkansas for USC
By: Cecilia Stanford FAYETTEVILLE (Ark.) – Arkansas’ Eric Musselman has been hired as USC’s next men’s basketball coach as of today. Musselman is replacing Andy Enfield, who leaves USC after 11 years of coaching. One Arkansas student said, “I think that he was a really big part of the hype around basketball just because of…
Fayetteville hosts U.S. Pro Cup for fourth year
By: Eva Campbell FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The wheels are set to spin as more than 13 countries gear up in Northwest Arkansas for four days of mountain bike racing at Centennial Park. Starting Wednesday, April 3, this event is a battle for the last qualification points for the summer Olympics. Celebrating its fourth consecutive…
University Recreation challenges the campus community to “Commit to Well”
By: Eva Campbell FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – In an attempt to foster a culture of holistic well-being, UARK wellness has challenged the campus community to the “Commit to Well” challenge. This campus-wide incentive program is set to engage students, faculty and staff in wellness across eight facets. Sarah Werner, wellness coordinator said she cannot wait…
University libraries provide resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
By: Eva Campbell FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) As April kicks off, the University of Arkansas (U of A) is using its platform to shed some light on sexual assault awareness month. As a way to educate and engage the campus community, University Libraries curated a selection of digital materials and physical displays in Mullins Library. Kelsey…
ASG hosted CPR training and informational
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The University of Arkansas’ Associated Student Government presented “Revive the Razorback”, an event dedicated to teaching students about CPR. In the Union, ASG provided those who joined CPR lessons and Chick-fil-A. The class started with a quick introduction to the importance of CPR, and then workers from the UREC,…
Solar eclipse palooza
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- A total solar eclipse will make its way through Arkansas on April 8th shadowing parts of the state in complete darkness for a few minutes in the afternoon. An eclipse occurs when the Moon aligns itself between the Earth and the Sun, effectively blocking sunlight to parts of Earth.…
Annual drag show back again, after Arkansas legislation prevented it last year
By: Emma Rasmussen FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The Culture and Concepts Committee is bringing back one of its most popular events, its annual Drag Show. Last year, the Cultures and Concepts Committee was unable to host the show due to Arkansas Legislation passed at the beginning of 2023 that limited where drag performances can be held…
Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing metros in America
By: Matthew Strickland FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- The NWA (Fayetteville-Rogers-Springdale metro) is the 18th fastest growing metros in the United States in 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The Northwest Arkansas metropolitan area increased in 2023 by 2.3%. Going from a population of 576,967 in 2022 to 590,337 in 2023. A population increase of 13,370…
Fayetteville ranked one of the top cities for bad allergies
By: Matthew Strickland FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), Fayetteville is ranked in the top 10 for worst cities with seasonal allergies. This report by the AAFA looked at many factors such as trees, grass, and weed pollen. Also, the number of board-certified allergists, and over-the-counter allergy medicine…
University of Arkansas Celebrates 153 year since founding
By: Matthew Strickland FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- On Wednesday, March 27th, the University of Arkansas will celebrate its founding as a university over 153 years ago. The celebration of the university’s founding will take place at the Arkansas Union. Chancellor Robinson and other university leaders will be there from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This will…