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UAPD Hosting Rx Drug Take Back Event
Members of the University of Arkansas community are encouraged to drop off used, expired or unwanted prescription drugs during a Prescription Drug Take Back Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, April 21 outside the Arkansas Union. The event is sponsored by the Northwest Arkansas Tobacco and Drug Free Coalition and University of Arkansas…
Wambach Talk is Still On at U of A — Even After DUI Arrest
The University of Arkansas student-sponsored Distinguished Lecture Series committee doesn’t plan to cancel an upcoming appearance by soccer legend Abby Wambach. Her talk, in the format of a moderated question-and-answer session, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, April 18 in Bud Walton Arena. The event is free and open to the public, and no tickets…
Journalism Professor to Deliver Roy Reed Lecture
Hoyt Purvis, former press secretary to Sen. J.W. Fulbright and longtime University of Arkansas professor of journalism and international relations, will deliver the annual Roy Reed Lecture at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, in the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House. The lecture is free and open to the public. The Roy Reed Lecture Series was…
Visiting Artist Lecture: Eric Sall and Rachel Hayes
The Drawing and Painting Association hosts contemporary artists Rachel Hayes and Eric Sall for a lecture on their work in Old Main’s Giffels Auditorium at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 31. There will be a question and answer period afterward. Eric Sall is an abstract painter who received his M.F.A. from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2006,…
Off Campus Connections Recognized for Adult Learners Program from NASPA
At the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators annual conference Off Campus Connections was awarded recognition for Outstanding Undergraduate Adult Learner Program. The award recognizes “an outstanding entity/program within a higher education institution that provides exceptional support — characterized by a collection of creative methods — to undergraduate adult learners.” Nominees and award recipients must break…
Soccer Legend Abby Wambach Comes to U of A
Abby Wambach, the American soccer icon who retired in December after dominating the game for 15 years, will speak at the University of Arkansas as part of the student-sponsored Distinguished Lecture Series. The free public lecture will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, April 18 in Bud Walton Arena. No tickets are required. “We are…
Local Deputy Shot
A Washington County Deputy is recovering after being shot on duty earlier this afternoon. Police received a call of a possible suicidal person. According to authorities, Lt. Tion Augustine was shot when officers responded to the report. Lt. Augustine’s was transported to Washington Regional Medical Center earlier today. Details of his condition have not yet…
Student Writes Published Novel
Sarah Jones is not a typical English major. She’s more than just a student. She is a published writer. Jones’ author name is “Sarah Galyean Jones.” Her book, Broken Haven is on pre-order now, but will officially go on sale on Amazon.com Friday, March 25th. Broken Haven is a science fiction novel that Jones started writing in high…
ASG Presidential Hopeful Profile: Davis Trice
Davis Trice is a Fayetteville native who has been involved with ASG since his Freshman year. He said if he is elected, he wants to raise awareness about student debt. While serving on former ASG President Daniel McFarland’s cabinet, he raised money for the UA Cares fund. Trice also said he wants to promote philanthropy…
ASG Presidential Hopeful Profile: Alex Flemister
Alex Flemister is a two year member of the ASG Senate. He has also served with the Razorback Action Group where he works with State Legislators to promote student issues. If he is elected, he said he wants to bring a common application so that anyone across the country can easily apply to the University…