The Arkansas Union is proud to announce that it is serving as host to the 2019 Region II Conference of the Association of College Unions International. The ACUI is a professional association for college union facilities, focusing on inclusive environments, student programming, and facility mangement. 

The conference, to be held Oct. 25-27 in the Arkansas Union, will bring together staff and students from nearby states to learn and have a good time, according to Rob Stagni, director of the Arkansas Union.

"ACUI is the premiere professional organization for college unions, and the Arkansas Union is proud to serve as host institution for our colleagues and friends," Stagni said. "We know that they are excited to join us here in Fayetteville, and we are eager to show off what this campus has to offer."

Participants in the conference will be treated to tours of campus, a host of educational sessions, and impactful keynotes covering this year's theme, "Reflecting Forward."

"As a graduate student, attending ACUI events has helped me improve my professional skills and meet new people," said Sasha Shkorupeieva, a graduate assistant for the Arkansas Union. "Participating at conference has also expanded my view of what opportunities are available to me as I get ready to graduate." 

Regular-rate registration for the ACUI conference remains open through Thursday, Oct. 3. Any student or staff member at the University of Arkansas can register at the "Member Rate" since the Arkansas Union pays for a campus membership. Registration includes attendance at all sessions, meals, a conference T-shirt, and other activities. For more information about registering for the conference, please visit the ACUI Region II Conference homepage. 

The Arkansas Union is a department within the Division of Student Affairs.

About ACUI: Founded in 1914, ACUI is a nonprofit educational organization that brings together college union and student activities professionals from hundreds of schools in seven countries. Its members work on urban and rural campuses, in two-year and four-year institutions, and at large and small schools. They are students and administrators whose mission is to build campus community. ACUI enriches them all through education, advocacy, and the delivery of services.

About the Arkansas Union: As the living room of campus, the Arkansas Union offers an open and inclusive atmosphere for gathering, learning, and engaging in the campus community. The site of over 10,000 annual events and reservations, the Arkansas Union seeks to satisfy the ever-changing needs of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests by providing professional services and supporting unique and diverse programs.

About the Division of Student Affairs: The Division of Student Affairs supports students in pursuing knowledge, earning a degree, finding meaningful careers, exploring diversity, and connecting with the global community. We provide students housing, dining, and health care resources, and we create innovative programs that educate and inspire. We enhance the University of Arkansas experience and help students succeed, one student at a time.