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Distinguished Professor Varun Grover holds the George M. and Boyce W. Billingsley Endowed Chair in Information Systems at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. Photo by Russell Cothren

Fashion and Tech Now Intertwined, Researcher Argues

The sales of consumer IT products often depend on whims of fashion and not just how well a device performs a task. 

Graduating First-Generation Student Celebration

The Office of Transition Programs & Initiatives will host a celebration to honor the successes of graduating first-generation students and their families from 10:30 a.m. to noon Friday, May 9. RSVP by May 2.

In Memoriam: Nancy Ellen Talburt

Talburt served in a wide range of faculty and administrative roles, including as associate director of libraries, director of records, associate vice chancellor for Academic Affairs and vice provost for Academic Affairs.

Faculty Can Book Time With Provost's Faculty Resource Fellow Ana Bridges

As part of this fellowship, Bridges works closely with the Office for Faculty Affairs to address faculty concerns and help identify practical solutions for resolving personnel and workplace issues.

Associated Student Government to Host Financial Literacy Workshop

Guest speaker Eric Miller will provide insights into budgeting strategies, personal finance management and handling the costs associated with college life from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday in Arkansas Union 504.

Spanish Class Presents 'Los Cinco Sentidos' Event to Celebrate Spanish Speaking Cultures

Celebrate various Spanish-speaking countries today and experience these different cultures through sight, sound, smell, taste and touch from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Union International Connections Lounge.

Professional Grief and Self-Awareness Workshops to Be Hosted by Parent & Caregiver ERG

The Parent & Caregiver Employee Resource Group invites U of A employees to participate in a two-part workshop series, April 11 and 15, designed to support emotional well-being in the workplace.

SEC Food Fight Donation Drive

The Jane B. Gearhart Full Circle Food Pantry is kicking off its annual SEC Food Fight donation drive, with a goal of collecting as many donations as possible to benefit each campus food pantry.

Beyond Promotion: Mid-Career Planning Workshop for Faculty

UA Engage will host a workshop for tenure-track faculty, primarily those at the associate professor or above ranking, that explores career pathways following promotion or tenure. Register by April 17.

Student Government Cabinet Leadership Positions Open Now

The five cabinet leadership positions guide their respective areas of expertise, working closely alongside the chief of staff to provide cabinet members with appropriate resources.

Mentor Opportunity for Course Credit

Mentors visit a local elementary school student twice weekly and join their mentee for lunchtime.

Vinson Carter (far left) looks on as a student asks astronaut Nichole Ayers a question about her time aboard the International Space Station. Sean Rhomberg

Faculty Member Helps Area Students Contact Astronaut Aboard International Space Station

Vinson Carter, who teaches STEM education, and some of his U of A students helped junior high students in Springdale connect with astronaut Nichole Ayers aboard the International Space Station. 

Chancellor Robinson speaks to students at Mountain View High School. Chieko Hara

Chancellor Robinson, Admissions Team Visit North Central Arkansas High Schools

The recruiting trip included stops at Cave City High School, Harrison High School, Highland High School, Mountain Home High School and Mountain View High School.

William McComas laughing with students. Photo Submitted

Professor William F. McComas Receives 2025 SEC Faculty Achievement Award

The Southeastern Conference awarded the 2025 SEC Faculty Achievement Award for the U of A to McComas, Distinguished Professor of science education.

John Berry and Richard Anderson. Photo by Catherine Baltz. Photo Submitted

$50,000 Gift to Land of Opportunity Scholarship Honors Parents of Donor

John Berry and Richard Anderson gave $50,000 to the Land of Opportunity Scholarship campaign in honor of John’s parents, Hank and Marty Berry.

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