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UA Tuition Waiver

It is never too late to join the Razorback family! Senior citizens are welcome on the University of Arkansas campus. They're so welcome, in fact, they may attend courses free of tuition...

Poster Series Honors Black Arkansans

A series of five posters on "Amazing African American Leaders of Arkansas" has been developed by the Special Collections Department of the University of Arkansas Libraries. The posters feature photos and biographical sketches and were designed to be used by junior high school teachers of Arkansas history.

Lady Razorback Cross Country Team Earns SEC Honors

Led by freshman Brooke Upshaw's athlete of the year honor, the University of Arkansas Lady Razorback cross country team swept the Southeastern Conference's post-season awards garnering the athlete, freshman and coach of the year accolades.

UA Volleyball Team Earns At-Large NCAA Bid

The University of Arkansas volleyball team earned an at-large bid to the 2006 NCAA Volleyball Tournament. The Lady Razorbacks also have the honor of hosting first and second round matches in Barnhill Arena Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1-2. Arkansas opens tournament action hosting Missouri State Friday at 5 p.m., followed by an Oklahoma/Oral Roberts match at 7 p.m. The winners of both matches meet in second round action at 7 p.m. Saturday Tickets for the NCAA Tournament matches are on sale now at the Lady Razorback Ticket Office. Call 57-LBACK or log on to LADYBACKS.COM for more information.

Tyson Foods Endows Chair, Professorships

Tyson Foods Inc. has endowed a new faculty chair and two new professorships.

Board Approves UA Programs

The University of Arkansas Board of Advisors approves focus on raising funds for need-based scholarships, a new women's softball facility and an endowment for the Alumni House.

Voters favor ballot initiatives

Voter approval of a proposed $250 million higher education bond package on Election Day is "a vote for a better future in Arkansas," said University of Arkansas System President B. Alan Sugg.

ESPN GameDay Fan Information

One of the most popular college sports shows on television is coming to the University of Arkansas this weekend. ESPN will broadcast its "College GameDay" live from Fayetteville on Saturday, November 11, just hours before the start of the Arkansas-Tennessee football game.

Art Professor Honored

The Arkansas Art Educators Association awarded Angela LaPorte, UA associate professor of art, with the 2006 Higher Education Art Educator of the Year Award at the AAEA Conference.

Kinesiology Professor Named State's Higher Educator of Year

Jack Kern, University of Arkansas clinical associate professor of kinesiology, was named Arkansas Higher Educator of the Year by the Arkansas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance at its state conference Nov. 2-3 in Hot Springs.

University of Arkansas Professor Honored for Work with Trout

The U.S. Department of the Interior has honored a University of Arkansas professor for his attempts to understand trout migration within open-water streams

'Silas Hunt: A Documentary' to Premiere

University of Arkansas Media Services project chronicles life of Arkansas civil rights pioneer, will be shown at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, in the Center for Continuing Education.

UA Instructor Named Nurse Practitioner of Year

Wendy Sisson, clinical instructor in the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing, received the nurse practitioner of the year award at the Arkansas Nurses Association Advanced Practice Nursing conference Nov. 4-5 in Little Rock.

Frances and Hugh Nutt Honored

Former Charleston resident, Frances Barton Nutt of Lamar Missouri was honored by the faculty of the School of Human Environmental Sciences at the University of Arkansas at the school's annual homecoming breakfast program Oct. 14. Medallions were presented to Fran and her husband, Hugh in recognition of their involvement with the University Hospitality and Restaurant Management studies for which she served as chairperson of the Ella Carnall Endowed Scholarship Fund.

University to Accept Regional Awards

The University of Arkansas and the Division of Student Affairs have garnered five awards from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators Region IV-West. This is the highest number of accolades the university has ever received from NASPA, and recipients will accept their awards at the NASPA Region IV-West Conference on Nov. 3 in Breckenridge, Colo.

UA Graduate Paints Campus

Artist Jason Jones BA '00, has been painting scenic murals throughout many campus buildings: the Sam Walton College of Business, Peabody Hall, and the Arkansas Union. Jones' murals depict the different aspects of college life and the University of Arkansas. Some of his more recent murals feature the front lawn of Old Main, the Pig Trail, and other marvelous scenes. The next time you come to the campus for a visit make sure to check out some of these magnificent murals.

University Gobbles Up Properties

Razorback Plaza, 55 Razorback Road, is one of five properties the University of Arkansas is buying, following approval Thursday by the University of Arkansas System trustees in Little Rock.

Research in Print, on the Web

Preserving Arkansas artifacts, examining the culture of cheating, documenting Arkansas plants, constructing the architecture of education reform - University of Arkansas researchers do all of this and more in the fall 2006 issue of Research Frontiers, which is now available online.

UA plans new field for women's softball

The University of Arkansas System trustees on Thursday unanimously approved a plan by the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville to build a new Lady Razorbacks softball field north of the women's soccer field. UA-Fayetteville plans to tear down a portion of the Carlson Terrace Apartments, which housed married students, to make way for the field, officials said.

UA Named a Top College Value

University named to 'America's 100 Best College Buys' for sixth year in a row.

Performance Excellence Award Presented to UA Sam M. Walton College of Business

The Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas has received the Achievement Award from the Arkansas Institute for Performance Excellence.

Arkansas World Trade Center Established

The University of Arkansas has entered into an agreement to become a member of the World Trade Center Association, one of the few universities to enter into such an agreement. University officials believe the trade center will bring together businesses and government agencies involved in foreign trade to enhance the economic outlook for the state of Arkansas and the region. It will also offer practical experience to UA students interested in global economics.

Marching to the Beat of a National Winner

Razorback Marching Band wins coveted Sudler Trophy, considered the Heisman Trophy for collegiate marching bands and awarded each year to the best band in the nation.

Chancellor's Residence Construction Begins

In 2005, Wallace and Jama Fowler of Jonesboro made a $1.75 million gift commitment toward the construction of a university chancellor's residence on the University of Arkansas campus. The chancellor's residence is designed to effectively greet and entertain the university's most important visitors and guests - donors, state and federal legislators, foreign dignitaries, corporate executives, students and the public.

UA graduate students lend hand for Fayetteville's winter events

Graduate students at the University of Arkansas have lent their faculties to a couple of winter events in Fayetteville. Holiday Hoops and the Lights of the Ozarks lighting parade this year will carry the marks of the recreation service promotions class taught by UA Professor Merry Moiseichik.

Sketching Cities in Geocyberspace

University of Arkansas students and researchers have found a way to map and model three-dimensional representations of a downtown area to address questions of growth and development. Their cutting-edge work attracted the attention of the search-engine giant Google and the company SketchUp, which currently are examining the way the students used the software to create such large data files.

Alumni Pledge to New Graduate Building

Alumni Larry Crain and his wife Janett of Little Rock, Ark., have made a $100,000 gift to the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas to help students refine their investing skills. The Crains have made a pledge toward the construction of Willard J. Walker Hall, the college's new graduate education building. The Larry Crain Family Trading Studio will be named in honor of their gift.

UA Student Poster Designs Chosen for Exhibit

Seven University of Arkansas art students in the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences were selected to exhibit their poster designs in "Stand 2006," a state-wide collegiate juried exhibition of posters that address current social, political, environmental, or global issues.

Old Main Clock Open to Visitors

Visitors to campus Saturday, Sept. 2, can stop by Old Main and view the recently installed clock mechanism. Located on the fourth floor in room 427, you can view the inner workings from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

UA Volleyball Opens 2006 Season

The University of Arkansas volleyball team opens the 2006 home schedule hosting the Arkansas Invitational Thursday-Saturday in Barnhill Arena. Arkansas welcomed Sacramento State, Stephen F. Austin and Southeast Missouri State for a four-team round robin beginning Aug. 31. Arkansas plays Stephen F. Austin at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1 and at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, plays Southeast Missouri State. Go to LADYBACKS.COM for the complete tournament schedule.

UA Supply-Chain, Logistics Programs Make Magazine's List

According to "America's Best Colleges 2007," published by U.S. News and World Report, the supply-chain management and logistics specialties are being named one of the Top 15 in the country.

UA Named to Princeton Review List

The University of Arkansas was once again the only public university in Arkansas to be included in the Princeton Review's annual guide to higher education, The Best 361 Colleges.

Arkansas remains in Third Tier of National College Rankings

The University of Arkansas remained in the third tier of national university rankings in a report released by U.S. News and World Report.

Walton College Plans Block Party

The annual Sam M. Walton College of Business Block Party will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, on the front lawn of the college. Free food, drinks and entertainment will be provided. Help welcome back students in true Walton style.

40/29 To Present Preseason Razorbacks Football Special

Tune in to 40/29 at 6:30 p.m. Thursday when sports director Mark Lericos and his team presents a 30-minute preseason special, called "Here Come The Hogs." The special will include interviews, analysis and player features. Plus, Lericos and his crew will break down the 2006 schedule.

Two Hogs Decide To Transfer

Two University of Arkansas football players have decided to transfer, team officials said on Monday. Junior receiver Cedric Logan and sophomore tight end Marc Winston will be transferring, coach Houston Nutt said.

Alpha Omicron Pi Colonizes

For the first time in 17 years, female students at the University of Arkansas have a new Greek organization to join.

Mike Nail Becomes Interim Voice of the Razorbacks

sportscaster Mike Nail of Fayetteville will serve as the Arkansas Razorback Sports Network (ARSN) radio play-by-play announcer for University of Arkansas football games in the upcoming season.

Golfers Brave Heat To Support St. Mary's Hospital

The foundation is aiming to provide two $20,000 scholarships in 2008 to minority high school students who come from single parent families and want to attend the University of Arkansas.

University Awarded Federal Grant

The University of Arkansas has received a $849,000 federal grant to help disadvantaged students attend college...

Lady Razorback freshmen storm academic honors

Twenty-three University of Arkansas female student-athletes were named to the 2006 Southeastern Conference Freshman Academic Honor Roll.

2006 RAZORBACK GAME-REHEARSAL SCRIMMAGE SET FOR AUG. 19th

The 2006 Arkansas Razorback football team invites all Razorback fans and their families to get pumped up for the upcoming football season by attending this years game-rehearsal scrimmage on Aug. 19 - 6 p.m. at the Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. The scrimmage is free to the public and there will be posters and bumper stickers distributed to fans at the gates of the Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium.

MSOM Degree Now Offered at the University of Arkansas

Students graduating in spring 2006 from the University of Arkansas industrial engineering department's advanced degree program in operations management have a new designation for their master of science degree. The degree name has changed to Master of Science in Operations Management, or M.S.O.M.

Fulbright College Announces 2006 Sturgis Fellows

The 2006 class of Sturgis Fellows once again represents some of the most accomplished students in Arkansas and in the nation. They are National Merit finalists, valedictorians, extraordinary volunteers in their communities and exemplary students.

Chancellor's Scholar Announced

Devin Moore, graduate of Rogers High School has been awarded a Chancellor's Scholarship to study at the University of Arkansas. Moore is the son of Dr. Kent and Lisa Moore of Rogers and intends to major in law.

Frizzell named new site manager by Peel House Foundation

"It really is a blessing to be here," Frizzell said Tuesday. "Every day is something different and every day I have an opportunity to share what I know and to learn something new. As a horticulturist, the challenge offered by this job is wonderful."

Habitat Trails project will bring 'wonderful results'

Habitat for Humanity of Benton County has partnered with Ecological Engineering at the University of Arkansas and the UA Community Design Center to create their first Eco-subdivision.

May @Arkansas Available Online

The May 2006 issue of the Arkansas Alumni Association's electronic newsletter is available online at http://arkalum.org/newsroom/4_5

April @Arkansas Available Online

The April 2006 issue of the Arkansas Alumni Association's electronic newsletter is available online at http://arkalum.org/newsroom/4_2

February-March @Arkansas Available Online

The February-March 2006 issue of the Arkansas Alumni Association's electronic newsletter is available online at http://arkalum.org/newsroom/4_2

Il Porcellino Unveiled

The University of Arkansas publicly unveiled its newest tradition on Monday, Feb. 13. Il Porcellino, a bronze statue given by the Suzie Stephens and Jim Hatfield family, traveled to Fayetteville from Florence, Italy, last summer.

January @Arkansas Available Online

The January 2006 issue of the Arkansas Alumni Association's electronic newsletter is available online at http://arkalum.org/newsroom/4_1

2006 Homecoming Rescheduled

As a result of a change in the 2006 Razorback football schedule, Homecoming 2006 has been rescheduled for October 14.

Arkansas-USC Game Moved to Sept. 2 for ESPN

Arkansas will open its 2006 football season against the University of Southern California (USC) at Donald W. Reynolds Stadium in Fayetteville on Sept. 2 in a game nationally televised by ESPN.

Community Mourns Unexpected Death of J. Aaron Hawkins

The Rev. J Aaron Hawkins, senior pastor of St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Fayetteville, will live on in the hearts of those he has left behind after his sudden death Monday at the age of 65.

New Membership Benefit: Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions

Arkansas Alumni Association Members, their spouses and children get a $75 discount on test preparation courses at any Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions location nationwide.

The Black Alumni Society Annual Giving Campaign -- Is your name on the list?

If you did not have an opportunity to participate in the BAS Challenge as a donor, please join the Black Alumni Society as we kick off the "Challenge of the Decades."

Rewarding Arkansas Higher Education by Chancellor John White

This December 13, the citizens of Arkansas have a wonderful opportunity to step up their support not only of the University of Arkansas, but all of Arkansas higher education. Arkansans can vote to approve a bond issue that will support higher education construction projects. Considering that last year the Department of Higher Education found $110 million in critical maintenance problems in the state's higher education institutions, the higher ed bond issue would answer a glaring need.

November-December @Arkansas Available Online

The November-December issue of the Arkansas Alumni Association's electronic newsletter is available online at http://arkalum.org/newsroom/3_11-12

Hire a Hog

The Arkansas Alumni Association and the University Career Development Center have a lot in common. Both organizations offer opportunities for University of Arkansas alumni to "stay connected to the University of Arkansas."

Volunteer Opportunity: College Fairs

College fairs give Alumni Ambassadors the opportunity to meet with prospective students. As a University of Arkansas representative, ambassadors can share their experience with future Razorbacks and highlight the advancements of the University.

McDonnell Named to National Track & Field Hall of Fame

Legendary Arkansas head coach John McDonnell managed to add to his impressive resume when he was named as an inductee into the National Track and Field Hall of Fame. USA Track & Field (USATF) made the announcement on Thursday in New York City, site of the National Track & Field Hall of Fame and host of this Sunday's New York Marathon.

UA Leads the Nation in Rehabilitation Publications

The University of Arkansas has received the No. 1 ranking for institutional productivity in scholarly publications in the field of rehabilitation. An assessment of authorship in six core rehabilitation journals was published in the fall issue of the "Rehabilitation Counseling Bulletin" and showed the UA rehabilitation education and research faculty leading the nation in publication productivity.

Chancellor White to be Honored by Arkansas Alumni Association

In a surprise announcement made during the University of Arkansas' convocation to celebrate the conclusion of the successful Campaign for the Twenty-First Century, it was revealed that Chancellor John A. White will be among six distinguished alumni and three faculty awardees honored by the Arkansas Alumni Association this year at its annual awards banquet to be held Friday, November 4. Brian Rosenthal, president of the Alumni Association's board of directors, made the announcement.

University of Arkansas Homecoming 2005: 'Where the Hogs Call Home'

This year's Homecoming is scheduled for the first week in November. The Student Alumni Board has scheduled a week packed with events for students and alumni leading up to the November 5 game against South Carolina.

2005 State of the University: Accomplishments and Challenges

On October 13, University of Arkansas Chancellor John White delivered the 2005 State of the University Address in which he lauded the success of The Campaign for the 21st Century and recognized areas for improvement such as student retention and truly inclusive and diverse community building.

Nominations Sought for Inaugural Silas Hunt Legacy Awards

The Silas Hunt Legacy Awards Ceremony honors African Americans who have made significant contributions to the University of Arkansas, the State of Arkansas, the nation and the world. The specific focus will be on noteworthy University of Arkansas graduates or those who have made important contributions to the university. Some examples of the categories for nomination include but are not limited to contributions in government, business, academics, community service, civil rights, arts and athletics.

October @Arkansas Available Online

The October issue of the Arkansas Alumni Association's electronic newsletter is available online at http://arkalum.org/newsroom/3_10/

Latest Issue of BAS e-Zine Available Online

In this issue of the BAS e-Zine: News from the BAS Board of Directors.

University of Arkansas Named One of America's Best College Buys

For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Arkansas has been named as the state's only public institution in the 10 th annual "America's 100 Best College Buys." John Brown University, a private university in Siloam Springs, Ark., joins the U of A as the only other Arkansas institution included in the report.

UA Six-Year Graduation Rate Hits New Record

The University of Arkansas' six-year graduation rate for 2005 has set a new overall record at 56.4 percent, breaking the former record of 52.9 percent, set one year ago, according to a report prepared by the UA Office of Institutional Research.

Former Dean to Retire from Walton College

The Sam M. Walton College of Business has announced that former Dean Doyle Z. Williams will retire on Aug. 31, 2006.

Association to Launch Johnson Alumni Fellows Program

In October the Arkansas Alumni Association will launch the Johnson Alumni Fellows Program with a visit by Dr. Paul Hersey (MBA '66). Dr. Hersey's Situational Leadership model has been used throughout various aspects of business and has been used to train over 1,000,000 managers and sales people. Dr. Hersey is recognized as one of the world's outstanding authorities in the areas of training and development in leadership, management and selling.

September @Arkansas Available Online

The September issue of the Arkansas Alumni Association's electronic newsletter is available online at http://arkalum.org/newsroom/3_9/

UA Hits New Enrollment Record of 17,821

Enrollment at the University of Arkansas maintained a consistent trend upward, setting another record with 17,821 students enrolled for the fall 2005 semester.

UA Endowment Holdings Increase 10 Percent in FY05

The University of Arkansas endowment holdings rose to $691,523,660 at the close of both the Campaign for the Twenty-First Century and the 2004-2005 fiscal year on June 30, 2005. The total is approximately 10 percent higher than the $626 million reported one year earlier.

Student Artists Invited to Participate in Holiday Art Competition

University of Arkansas undergraduate students talented in the visual arts are invited to enter the Second Annual Holiday Art Competition hosted by the Arkansas Alumni Association. The competition, with an artwork submission deadline of Oct. 14, will offer student artists the opportunity to win cash prizes and public notoriety for their work.

Hogs Announce 2006 Baseball Schedule

Arkansas announced its 2006 baseball schedule on Thursday and it features the Razorbacks first trip to Hawaii since 1991 and 24 games against teams that qualified for the NCAA Tournament last season.

Association launches Hogtags.com

The official University of Arkansas licence plates now have a home on the web -- http://hogtags.com. Hog Tags provide a sizable number of $1,000 freshman "Roads" Scholarships to in-state students at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Since the Hog tags program began in 1994, the Arkansas Alumni Association has awarded nearly $500,000 in "Roads" Scholarships to almost 500 Arkansas students.

Volunteer Opportunity: College Fairs

College fairs provide alumni with the opportunity to meet with prospective U of A recruits. Share your experience with future Razorbacks and highlight the advancements of the University.

U of A Named Among Best In Princeton Review's '361 Best Colleges'

The University of Arkansas finds itself included among the top colleges and universities in the country in the 2006 edition of The Princeton Review's "Best 361 Colleges." The university is Arkansas's only public institution named in the publication, which arrived in bookstores today.

Second Annual 'Black Symposium' Scheduled

Black Alumni Society and the Black Students' Association of the University of Arkansas will host the second annual Black Symposium on Friday, Aug. 26, from 5 to 8:00 p.m. at the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House.

UA Office of Admissions Introduces the 'Razorbug'

Beginning this academic year, recruiters with the University of Arkansas's Office of Admissions will travel the state in style and "Call the Hogs" along the way, thanks to a gift from Jim Jard Volkswagen in Rogers. During the past six months, that gift, a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle valued at $15,500, has been transformed into a rolling Arkansas Razorback, the first of its kind.

Longtime UA Administrator Charles W. Oxford Dies

Charles W. Oxford, who served the University of Arkansas for 62 years passed away Tuesday, Aug.16, 2005. Dr. Oxford held several administrative positions, including service as interim president of the University of Arkansas in 1974 and 1983.

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