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University Planning To Change May Commencement Ceremonies
The University of Arkansas Vice Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admissions, Suzanne McCray, sent an e-mail to select students today asking them to voice their opinions on changes to future Spring Graduation Ceremonies. In the e-mail, possible changes include: Having the separate college ceremonies spread out over Friday night and Saturday morning/early afternoon. The…
Razorbacks Do It Again, Another National Title
The University of Arkansas Bass Fishing club took home the title of the Collegiate Bass Fishing National Championship in 2008. In 2010, the Razorbacks claimed the Bassmaster College Classic title. The Razorback 4-man team of Clay Ramey, Taylor Denniston, Jerid Jones and Turner Hall clinched the title in a huge way with nearly a 8-pound…
BREAKING NEWS: President of University of Arkansas System Announces Retirement
B. Alan Sugg released a statement earlier today announcing his retirement effective June 30, 2011. Sugg has served at the University of Arkansas System president for the past 20 years. Statement from Sugg: “It is with mixed emotions that I inform you that I will be retiring as the President of the University of Arkansas…
New Federal Laws Begin To Affect Arkansas Students
Students that have been using federal loan money to pay for their education at the University of Arkansas received an e-mail today explaining the new changes to the loan process after the passage of the Student Loan Reform bill. The law mandated the all FFELP (Federal Family Education Loan Program) schools change to Direct Loan schools…
Tax Deadline Is Here, Siloam Springs Missing Teen
On Campus With your tax return you may want to think about saving instead of spending this year. Tuition costs may be rising here at the UA. With graduation right around the corner, seniors are ready to leave the u of a behind but their names will be forever engraved on this campus. Just a…
Parking Becoming Tougher on Campus
On Campus If you are planning to park at a metered parking spot when coming to campus, you can expect some delays. Grammy award winner Steve Martin will be performing at the Walton Arts Center. A student was arrested on campus Saturday and charged with DUI. In Northwest Arkansas Two suspects are in custody after…
Garland Parking Deck Construction Noise; Paperless Campus
On Campus Parking deck construction causes headaches for student neighbors. A record number of ballots are cast in the Silver Reels Awards. The ASG approves additional funding for Razorback Quidditch. A paperless campus initiative works to improve sustainability. Construction of the new Nanotechnology Building is underway on Dickson. Hundreds of animals were spayed and tagged…
No Fall Break 2010; Possible Evening Parking Charges
The will be no Fall Break this year, thanks to actions taken by the Faculty Senate. The University Calendar Committee approved two additional days off before Thanksgiving in the Fall 2010 semester. However, the Faculty Senate Executive Committee did not approve the move, because its members were unsure whether the days should be in October…
U of A Inclement Weather Policy in Effect
Classes, offices and services at the University of Arkansas will operate on a delayed schedule and begin at 10 am Tuesday Feb. 9. Transit services will begin running at 9 a.m. Staff identified as performing weather essential services should report as regularly scheduled unless advised otherwise by their supervisor. All other staff are expected to…