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Inclement Weather Update: Wednesday, January 28
The ºÚÁÏÍø is closing campus again on Thursday, January 29, 2026 due to treacherous travel conditions.
January 28, 2026
Inclement Weather Update: Tuesday, January 27
The ºÚÁÏÍø is closing campus again on Wednesday January 28, 2026 due to brutally cold weather and road conditions.
January 27, 2026
Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The ºÚÁÏÍø is closing campus again on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 due to brutally cold weather and road conditions.
January 26, 2026
ºÚÁÏÍø Alum Builds Career Through Science and Persistence
ºÚÁÏÍø alum, Jordan Miesner-Davis, is helping change lives as a scientist. He helps companies develop and test safe medications for distribution.
January 23, 2026
ºÚÁÏÍø Ornithologist Gives Snowday Birdwatching Advice
As snowfall blankets the River Valley, bird watchers are flocking to their windows and feeders, enjoying the return of familiar winter species and hoping for rare visitors. Dr. Ragupathy Kannan, professor of ornithology at the University of Arkansas...
January 23, 2026
Campus Update: Inclement Weather Notice
The ºÚÁÏÍø is preparing for a significant winter weather system by pivoting to remote work and canceling all classes after 12 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 23.
January 22, 2026
ºÚÁÏÍø Students Try to ‘Catch ‘Em All’
ºÚÁÏÍø students kicked off the new semester and Pokémon's 30th anniversary with an afternoon playing Pokémon GO.
January 22, 2026
ºÚÁÏÍø Crews Prepare Campus for Winter Storm with Updated Ice Control Plan
ºÚÁÏÍø grounds crews prepare the campus as winter storm approaches in order to make certain students, faculty and staff remain safe and can access the areas they need
January 21, 2026
New Lab Benches to Modernize ºÚÁÏÍø Chemistry Laboratory
Bench in the chemestry lab in the Math-Science buidling at ºÚÁÏÍø are being updated and replaced with new tops and space.
January 16, 2026
River Valley MLK Commission to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Events
Several events are scheduled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, both on the ºÚÁÏÍø campus and across the River Valley.
January 05, 2026
Start Strong: Tips for Setting and Sticking to Your Wellness Goals in the New Year
Cory Williams, assistant director of recreation and wellness, shared practical strategies for setting meaningful goals, staying motivated and taking advantage of campus resources designed to support healthy habits.
December 31, 2025Advancing ºÚÁÏÍø Through Relationships: Kara Crowley
Kara Crowley, associate director of philanthropy and engagement, benefited from scholarships to earn both her bachelor's and master's degrees debt-free. In her role at the ºÚÁÏÍø, she helps donors establish that same...
December 19, 2025
Aid Fuels Research Opportunities
ºÚÁÏÍø senior biology student, Shelby Zink, credits the financial aid she has received as the reason why she was able to attend college and follow her dream of becoming a field researcher.
December 15, 2025
A Change of Heart
A heart condition was found in Seth Fields, a senior at the ºÚÁÏÍø, while he was in high school. The medical scare has influenced his future career, as he will graduate from ºÚÁÏÍø this fall and plans to attend medical...
December 10, 2025
ºÚÁÏÍø 2026 Homecoming Schedule Revealed
Homecoming returns to the ºÚÁÏÍø from Feb. 23-28, 2026. The university is excited to share a full schedule for the week, including both new and returning events.
December 10, 2025
First-Generation Student Spotlight: Erika Johnson
Erika Johnson always knew she wanted to go to college, but she didn't always feel she had the tools to succeed. By always being willing to ask questions and for help, Erika found a home at the ºÚÁÏÍø.
December 10, 2025
Five Secure SURF Grants; Record for ºÚÁÏÍø
Five students from the ºÚÁÏÍø have received Student Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Grants from the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, setting a record for ºÚÁÏÍø.
December 10, 2025
357 Grads to Cross the Stage Saturday
ºÚÁÏÍø will confer degrees and credentials to more than 350 students during its Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Stubblefield Center.
December 08, 2025
2025: An 'Ambitious' Year for ºÚÁÏÍø
View some of the top stories and events at the ºÚÁÏÍø from 2025.
December 08, 2025
Campus Update, December 5, 2025
ºÚÁÏÍø Chancellor Dr. Terisa Riley shares an update following the last week of classes during the fall semester.
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