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Balancing your sexuality in STEM
By: Mekenna Earnhart FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) — Out in STEM, also known as OSTEM, is a registered student organization (RSO) for students who are part of the LGBTQ+ community and are STEM majors. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. According to one study, fewer than sixty-four percent of STEM students who identify as…
New program in Fayetteville brings healing to the unhoused
By: Gabriella Phelan FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – Being forced to heal in a tent is a situation that has been a harsh reality for many people experiencing homelessness. In Fayetteville, tents can be seen lining the Razorback Greenway, beneath bridges, and across wooded areas. However, a groundbreaking initiative has been launched in Fayetteville to assist…
The university celebrates Eid al-Fitr
By: Jolea Richardson FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Multicultural Center held an event to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, a Muslim holiday celebrating the end of Ramadan. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is the holiest month for Muslims. During this month, observers fast from sunrise to sunset in an attempt to get…
Keeping travelers and citizens safe during the solar eclipse
By: Maddi Phipps FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – While the 2024 solar eclipse came and went in just 4 minutes, a group of unsung heroes had been planning for the event for over a year. A statewide collaboration between various emergency service departments was coordinated ahead of Monday’s eclipse. Over 100 public services agencies collaborated on a…
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.…