Staff Appreciation Week: Discounts, Food and Prizes

Staff Appreciation Week kicks off on Monday, May 11th!

Throughout the week, U of A staff members with UARK IDs can receive special discounts, prizes and other benefits.

Faculty, students and campus partners are encouraged to join in celebrating the professionalism and impact of  U of A  staff during Staff Appreciation Week.

All week:

Discounts from University Recreation:

Outdoors:

30% discount on all gear rentals (camping, climbing, paddling)

Student pricing (~50% off) on hybrid and mountain bike rentals

Enter our UREC Outdoors drawing for one free gear rental of your choice (up to $80 in gear) - enter here

Fitness:

Student pricing for personal training

A drawing for a free UREC Personal Training Starter Package - enter here

Memberships:

10% off annual UREC membership purchased during the week (email urec@uark.edu to redeem)

Hog Heaven exclusive discount:

20% off in-store purchases to all U of A staff. This is a great opportunity for employees to stock up on Razorback gear and show your Hog pride.

The promotion will be available at the following locations:

North Endzone location at the main entrance of the Frank Broyles Athletics Center (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.)

Downtown store located at 325 N. West Ave. (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.)

To receive the discount, staff must present a valid U of A Staff ID at checkout. Please note that this promotion is valid for in-store purchases only, and some exclusions may apply, including select brands.

Enter to Win Razorback Football Tickets - staff drawing - We are excited to offer U of A staff the opportunity to enter a drawing for free Razorback football tickets to the home game on Saturday, Sept. 5, against North Alabama! There will be THREE drawings!

Set of two stadium seat tickets (two winners)

Set of two suite tickets in the Chancellor's suite and parking pass (one winner)

How to Enter: Simply complete the entry form at the link below starting May 11 and ending May 15 at 11 p.m.: U of A Staff Football Ticket Drawing - Fill out form.

Important Details:

Open to U of A staff only

Limit one entry per person

Entries will close on May 15

Winners will be selected at random and notified via email on Monday, May 18th. Don't miss your chance to call the Hogs in person—good luck!

Tuesday, May 12

U of A staff are invited to have donuts in the morning and popcorn in the afternoon! Notecards will be available to write appreciation notes to staff members.

We will also celebrate Razorback basketball and track success as the men's basketball SEC Tournament Championship trophy and NCAA Indoor Championship trophy will be on display. Staff will have the opportunity to take photos with the championship trophies and meet one of our Razorback mascots during the event.

Time: 9-11 a.m. (DONUTS) and 1-3 p.m. (POPCORN)

Location: The Law School atrium (main lobby)

Staff Night Out, hosted by Staff Senate, is a fun evening designed to bring staff together for pizza, trivia and connection at Marley's Pizzeria. Join colleagues to unwind, network and enjoy friendly competition while building community beyond the office. Light snacks will be provided, with additional food and beverages available for purchase.

Time: 5:45 p.m. (networking). Trivia kicks off at 7 p.m.

Location: Marley's Pizzeria: 609 W. Dickson St., Ste. 103, Fayetteville, AR 72701

Wednesday, May 13

Staff Appreciation Picnic

Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: 1021 Food Hall (formerly Brough Commons at the corner of Dickson Street and Garland Avenue)

Please show your staff ID at the locations to receive offers and prizes. Share your thoughts, photos and appreciation for our outstanding staff in your department on social media by using #StaffSooie!

Be sure to like the Staff Senate on Facebook or follow them on Instagram and X.