U of A to Collect Donations for Victims of Hurricane Katrina

Sep. 01, 2005

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The University of Arkansas announced Thursday that it will team up with the Northwest Arkansas Chapter of the American Red Cross to raise funds on behalf of the victims affected by Hurricane Katrina. The storm, which made landfall at approximately 5 a.m. Monday, Aug. 29, caused significant damage to southern coastal cities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.

A series of collection stations will also be posted at the Razorback’s Sept. 3 football game against Missouri State University. Kickoff for the game is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium.

Beginning at noon Friday, Sept. 2, a collection station will be posted at the fan entrance of Barnhill Arena, site of the Arkansas Lady’Backs’ 2005 C&C Services Invitational volleyball tournament.

Patrons are asked to provide monetary donations that will go toward relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Katrina living in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.

Donations will also be collected during the Razorback’s Sept. 10 game against Vanderbilt University. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Razorback Stadium.

Contacts

Charles Crowson, manager of media relations, University Relations
  (479) 575-3583, ccrowso@uark.edu

  Bill Smith, associate athletic director, Women’s Athletics
  (479) 575-3618, bismuth@uark.edu

  Matt Shanklin, director of marketing, Men’s Athletics
  (479) 575-7404, shanklin@uark.edu


 

 

 

Headlines

Peter Ungar Chosen as Member of the National Academy of Sciences

A distinguished professor of anthropology and director of environmental dynamics, Ungar is the first U of A faculty member to be elected to the prestigious Academy.

Ag Technology Students Visit Greenway Equipment, Learn About Advances in Machinery

Members of the U of A's Agricultural Systems and Technology Club recently spent a day at the Greenway Technology Farm in Newport to learn about advances featured in John Deere tractors and machinery.

College of Education and Health Professions WE CARE Everywhere Campaign Kicks Off This Summer

Retractable scroll banners with the phrase "WE CARE Everywhere" are small enough to fit any suitcase and just waiting for your chance to shine in social media posts throughout the summer.

Staff Senators for 2024-25 Elected

Twelve newly elected staff members will begin serving the U of A staff community for three-year terms beginning July 1 on the university's Staff Senate.

Matlock Briefs Congressional Staff Regarding Crop Sustainability Research

Professor Marty Matlock briefed U.S. House of Representative and Senate staff members on research conducted by the U of A regarding the effects of management practices on crop sustainability.

Submit News

News Daily