University of Central Arkansas Assistant Professor James Wages has found that perceptions of risk-takers as reckless or responsible are often based on racial stereotypes. His research was recently published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. Wages has always been interested in how people think about others and how those thoughts can lead to judgment and inaccurate … [Read more...]
BTĚěĚĂexperts analyze conflict at Ukraine in student-hosted panel
As the world assesses the ramifications of Russiaâs invasion of Ukraine, University of Central Arkansas professors offered an analysis on the roots of the conflict and where it may be headed during a âUkraine Teach-Inâ panel on Tuesday, April 4. The hour-long discussion hosted by the BTĚěĚĂStudent Government Association featured Don Jones, an associate professor of history; Joe McGarrity, a … [Read more...]
Four children receive modified ride-on cars in UCAâs first Go Baby Go event
Aleeah Rodriguezâs anticipation was palpable as occupational student Destanie Nelson and physical therapy student Aaron Hoschbach strapped her into her newly modified hot pink ride-on car. The 7-year-old from Jonesboro had been waiting on this day for months. Her parents Jesus and Judy Rodriguez stood nearby smiling proudly. âI had the phone on speaker when I got the news she may be a … [Read more...]
Yelen awarded Critical Language Scholarship
By: Amber Austen Office of Media Relations University of Central Arkansas student Nesibe Yelen is the recipient of a Critical Language Scholarship that will allow her to study abroad in South Korea for summer 2022. Yelen, who is already bilingual, is a sophomore biology pre-dental major from Little Rock. Her native language is Turkish, and she has always had a passion for learning about … [Read more...]
Jeromy Hunt selected for 2022-23 Newman Civic Fellow award
By: Amber Austen Office of Media Relations Jeromy Hunt, a student at the University of Central Arkansas, is the recipient of a 2022-23 Newman Civic Fellow award. The Newman Civic Fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who have demonstrated an investment in finding solutions for challenges facing communities throughout the country. The fellowship provides training … [Read more...]
City of Magnolia unveils new brand
UCA, Thrive, Entergy partner with city in creative process The University of Central Arkansas Center for Community and Economic Development (CCED), Thrive, Inc. and Entergy Arkansas partnered with the city of Magnolia to develop a new community brand and logo. It is the first official brand and logo Magnolia has adopted. The new logo features a magnolia blossom and incorporates warm shades … [Read more...]
âSouth Pacificâ to sail onto Reynolds Performance Hall stage
The University of Central Arkansasâs Reynolds Performance Hall will present the ten-time Tony Award-winning musical theater masterpiece, âSouth Pacific,â at 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 22. Tickets start at $30 for adults and are $10 for children and students. Tickets may be purchased online at uca.edu/Reynolds, at the Reynolds Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by calling … [Read more...]
BTĚěĚĂResearchers Awarded Grant on Ouachita River Basin Water Quality
University of Central Arkansas researchers have received funding from the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environmentâs Division of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to study human impacts on water quality in the Ouachita River Basin. Halvor Halvorson, assistant professor of biology; Ginny Adams, associate dean of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; and Reid Adams, professor of … [Read more...]
BTĚěĚĂpresents âLittle Shop of HorrorsâÂ
Production celebrates 40th anniversary of classic The University of Central Arkansas presents âLittle Shop of Horrorsâ at the Bridges-Larson Theatre in Snow Fine Arts April 20-22, at 7:30 p.m., and April 23 at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $10. Tickets may be purchased online at uca.universitytickets.com, at the Reynolds Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by … [Read more...]
Percussion sensation âStompâ coming to Reynolds Performance HallÂ
The University of Central Arkansasâs Reynolds Performance Hall will present âStompâ at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 19.  Tickets start at $30 for adults and are $10 for children and students. Tickets may be purchased online at uca.edu/Reynolds, at the Reynolds Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by calling BTĚěĚĂTicket Central at (501) 450-3265 or toll-free at (866) … [Read more...]
