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Journalism Department Holding Online Auction
The Journalism Department is sponsoring its third annual online auction, called “Woo Bid Sooie.” The auction began Feb. 27 and will continue through March 31st. Money raised in the auction will support the student travel fund in the journalism department, for undergraduate and graduate students who want to go to attend professional conferences for different job opportunities.
Spring Break Transit Schedule
Parking and Traffic Regulations will be enforced during Spring Break. From March 22nd to March 29th Resident Reserved parking lots will be open for all permit types. Razorback Transit will run on a reduced schedule from March 24th to March 28th and the five reduced bus routes will start at 7 AM and end at 6 PM each day. The Razorback Transit will not be…
Weekend Crime Report
An unusual story tops your weekend crime report this week. On Saturday, two students reported that their license plates were stolen from their cars parked in lot 40-A. It was also a busy weekend for campus frat houses, at Phi Gamma Delta a student was arrested for public intox and a fake I.D., and a third degree…
Theft Rate Rising on Campus
Theft is on the rise on campus. According to police, last month there were 27 reported thefts at the U of A. Authorities say most of the crimes on campus are crimes of opportunity. Police say laptops, iPods and other electronics are the most common items stolen on campus. One helpful tip is to keep…
UAPD Offering Free Car Safety Checks
With Spring Break right around the corner, UAPD is offering students free vehicle safety checks. Car inspections will cover all outside car lights, turn signals, wiper blades, oil fluid, tire pressure and a horn check. UAPD is continuing the event after its successful turnout last year. Checks will be done at the police sub-station on the east side…
Ukraine Interim Prime Minister Visits U.S.
Ukrainian interim Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenuk was in Washington, DC today to discuss Russian troops still occupying Crimea. Yatsenyuk first met with Secretary of State John Kerry before heading to the White House. He will go to New York on Thursday to address the United Nations Security Council as well as also meet with Congress,…
Malaysia Flight 370 Still Not Found
New images released by the Chinese government might shed some light on the whereabouts of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. The Chinese released satellite images of what they are calling a “suspected crash area at sea.” These new images were taken a day after the plane went missing- March 9th- and show 3 floating objects. Frustration…
Explosion Levels 2 NYC Buildings
Recovery efforts are under way after an explosion took place today in east Harlem, New York. The explosion leveled 2 5-story apartment buildings and even left many residents traumatized. The blast killed at least three people and has hospitalized dozens more, one with critical injuries and the rest with minor. Authorities are still trying to figure…
Rape Investigation Update
A fraternity on campus is facing rape allegations for the second time this year. UAPD is investigating a report of a rape that occurred at a registered Sigma Nu function Sunday night. Officers say even though this happened on campus, they don’t want student to feel unsafe. The national Sigma Nu organization has suspended all functions for…
Ad Club to Host Panel Meeting
The advertising club is hosting a panel meeting tomorrow night. There will be representatives from Tyson, the March of Dimes, and the Northwest Arkansas Naturals. They will be talking about their experiences and how to get hired in the industry. The meeting will be in the Walton College of Business room 240 at 7PM. For more information go…