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Arkansas and Beyond: Humanities Unlock Alumna Beth Brickell's Creative Journey

Brickell's life has taken many different directions, but her passion for learning, sense of adventure and dedication to her home state have always been driving forces in her career.

Bumpers College Group Wins NACTA Award for Study on College Students' Sense of Belonging

The article, "Examining Sense of Belonging Among Freshman College of Agriculture Students," looks at how a sense of belonging impacted undergraduate retention rates.

AMPD's Cho Named Bumpers College Assistant Dean for Honors Program

Eunjoo Cho, U of A professor of apparel merchandising and product development, begins this appointment in the fall and is highly regarded for her commitment to academic excellence and student success.

Regional Science Fair Attracts 263, Sends Three Projects to International Competition

More than 250 students from 17 regional schools participated in the NWA Regional Science and Engineering Fair, an event that qualified three projects for the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair.

Weed Science Society of America Honors Norsworthy for Herbicide Resistance Management

Alumnus Jason Norsworthy, faculty member in Bumpers College's Department of Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences, was honored for his "outstanding contributions to key weed science initiatives and advancements."

U of A to Host Thousands of Visitors Next Week; Parking and Road Closure Notices

The university will host an NCAA baseball regional this weekend and potentially a super-regional the next weekend, and the Walmart U.S., Sam's Club and Walmart International will host associates next week. 

Celebrate Arkansas History With 50% Off J.G. Ragsdale Award-Winning Books

Readers of Arkansas history can enjoy half off through the end of the year on all U of A Press' books that have won the J.G. Ragsdale Book Award from the Arkansas Historical Association.

Engineering Education Conference Committee Invites Faculty, Students to Submit Papers

The U of A will host the 2025 American Society for Engineering Education Midwest Section Conference in September, a great venue for faculty and students to share education-oriented papers and posters. 

Employee Spotlight: Dean Ed Pohl, Honoring Service for Military Appreciation Month

In recognition of Military Appreciation Month, the University of Arkansas proudly honors the service, sacrifice, and ongoing contributions of veterans and military members within our campus community. Today's employee spotlight is Dr. Ed Pohl, Dean of the Graduate School and International Education.

Congratulations Employees of the 3rd Quarter

Congratulations to Caleb Hatz, Michelle Muzilo, David Parette and Jeremy Bowerman, employees exemplify the university's core values and make significant contributions to their units and the broader campus.

Electrical Engineering Major Finds Purpose in Tutoring Young Math Learners

Vanessa Moyo, an electrical engineering major, began working at the Mathnasium of Fayetteville in December. There, she tutors elementary school students, helping them build math skills and confidence.

Justin Chlapecka, assistant professor of agronomy, joins the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station and the U of A System Division of Agriculture's Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center, or NERREC. Image courtesy of Justin Chlapecka

Research Agronomist Returns Home to Aid Rice and Row Crop Producers

Justin Chlapecka's new role as assistant professor of agronomy comes with an office just about 35 miles from where he grew up. Returning home, he sees as an opportunity to give back to his community.

School of Law Criminal Practice Clinic team — from left: professor Jacob Worlow, Christopher Piel and Holly Benson — recently won a Fourth Amendment case. Photo Submitted

School of Law Criminal Practice Clinic Team Wins Fourth Amendment Case

The U of A School of Law Legal Clinic gives students hands-on skills training by representing real clients in real-life legal situations and to provide a much-needed service to the Northwest Arkansas community.

Sociologist Shaun Thomas and social work researcher Johanna Thomas will lead an anti-vaping program in Central Arkansas. Photo by Russell Cothren

New Program Aims to Reduce Youth Vaping in Central Arkansas

A $400,000 grant from the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office will fund the two-year CATCH My Breath program.

Johanna Thomas Photo Submitted

U of A Awarded $10 Million to Create New State Crisis Hub and Continuum

The Arkansas Department of Human Services, local schools and community agencies will partner with the U of A to serve Arkansans with behavioral health needs.

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