Short Takes: Patience Beard’s Inspirational Story

Sep. 27, 2013

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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Razorback cheerleader Patience Beard is not only a recognizable name in Arkansas, she's become an inspiration far and wide, earning national accolades and attention from around the world. Her story is about turning what many might consider a setback into something positive.

Learn more about this extraordinary student in this Arkansas Short Takes video.

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Mark Rushing, associate vice chancellor
University Relations
479-575-5555, markr@uark.edu

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Short Takes: Patience Beard’s Inspirational Story

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