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Why one employer says to hire from the neurodiverse community
By: Kye Kocher FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- Graduating seniors are now searching for a job to have for after they graduate in May. For some, finding employment may be a challenge. Abigail Fugina is a senior in the EMPOWER program here at the University of Arkansas. The EMPOWER program helps to support students on campus who…
True Colors Tulip Farm partners with Non-Profit PerspectAbility
By: Shelby Mills FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- True Color Tulip Farm is an attraction in Northwest Arkansas that employs inclusively to support those who may have a hard time finding a job. For neurodiverse adults such as Jackson Trombley, getting the opportunity to gain work experience just means more. Trombley said, “I work here because I…
Ozark Adaptive Sports Association: how a local paraplegic man devotes his life to helping others just like him
By: Autumn Klein SPRINGDALE, Ark. (UATV) – One in three Arkansans currently live with a disability, according to the CDC. According to the United Spinal Association, only two adaptive sports programs exist in the state. That is why when Sean Kent moved to Arkansas in 2018, he made it a goal to make a change.…
The pickle ball trend picks up in Fayetteville
By: Kye Kocher FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV)- Now that spring has begun, many people are trying to find new ways to get active and enjoy the nice weather. Many students are choosing to get active by joining in on the recent craze for pickleball. According to the Association of Pickleball Professionals, there are 36.5 million…
E-scooters and safety on campus
By: Lauren Spencer FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas has two micro-mobility share programs, Spin and Veo, that provides electric scooters and bikes for people to use on campus and in the community. They introduced these vehicles on campus in 2019, and their popularity has grown ever since. “You can imagine you’re at…
Construction started on 2021 senior walk graduates
By: Max Vanderglas FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The University of Arkansas is continuing one of its longest-running traditions, the Senior Walk, by engraving the names of graduates from the 2021 class on campus sidewalks. Dating back to 1905, when the class of that year wanted to leave a legacy for future generations, the Senior Walk…
Emotional support animals increasing students mental health
By: Katie Beth Haidet Fayetteville, ARK (UATV) – Students are finding new ways to cope with mental health issues. Local apartment complexes are starting to see a rise in emotional support animal applications. One student at the University of Arkansas, Leanna Cobb said her life has improved since she adopted her two cats. “There was…
Local marathon runs for a bigger cause against cancer
By: Jackson McAfee FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Iron Pig hosted a 5K race and a duathlon to raise awareness for cancer in Fayetteville at Drake Field. This event also raised money for donations toward cancer research and support to those who are battling. Runners from all ages were given the chance to compete. The event…
Arkansas students find RSO on campus to meet people with similar interest
By: Josh Teeter FAYETTEVILLE, ARK (UATV)- With the current student enrollment at the University of Arkansas reaching over 30,000 there are a lot of different registered school organizations. According to the University of Arkansas website there are currently over 350 RSO’s on campus. If you are a registered organization the University allows you to use…