Submitted by: Vergie Jackson, vjackson7@uca.edu on 06/11/2026
T-Rec will be closed on July 3rd-5th.
Archives for June 2026
Griffin Planetarium Show
Submitted by: Scott Austin, saustin@uca.edu on 06/10/2026
Griffin Planetarium shows this Friday June 12 at 3:00pm and 7:00pm: The one-hour shows this week include a tour of the current sky, and the full-dome movie “One Sky”. The planetarium is located in the Conway Corporation Center for the Sciences. Seating starts 10 minutes before show time. Admission is free. Seating limited to the first 94. No admission after the shows begin. No food or drink allowed.
ÿմվ Piano Camp
Submitted by: Christine Franklin, chrisf@uca.edu on 06/09/2026
Sign up for the ÿմվ Piano Camp for the early bird registration rate by June 13! Some opening left for ages 9-18. At our camp July 13 – 17, we have classes for beginners, and for those with some piano experience. Give your children a solid start on the piano, and encourage those who are already learning! For more information see our registration and information page.
TREC Summer Hours
Submitted by: Vergie Jackson, vjackson7@uca.edu on 06/04/2026
TREC Summer Hours
We will be closed July 4th and 5th
ÿմվ Core Council Approves Revised Core Goals and Rubrics
Submitted by: Suzanne Massey, smassey@uca.edu on 06/08/2026
Dear Campus Community,
Following a year-long effort, the ÿմվ Core Council voted unanimously at its May meeting to adopt newly revised goals and assessment rubrics for general education at ÿմվ. This accomplishment marks a significant step forward in updating our general education curriculum, the ÿմվ Core.
The Revision Process
This revision process was initiated in response to our recent 10-year self-study and external review of the ÿմվ Core. Throughout the 2025–2026 academic year, four subcommittees of the ÿմվ Core Council worked to refine the existing assessment rubrics. To ensure the new framework accurately reflects our shared educational vision, the Council engaged in a rigorous feedback process, distributing campus-wide surveys and hosting town hall meetings across campus.
Key Changes to the ÿմվ Core
The newly approved rubrics simplify the ÿմվ Core by consolidating each competency area under a single goal and a single rubric. These revisions better encapsulate the foundational learning experiences that our campus community recognizes as essential to undergraduate education.
The updated general education framework is organized across four core competency areas:
- Effective Communication
- Critical Inquiry
- Responsible Living
- Global Learning (formerly Diversity)
The finalized rubrics are posted on the ÿմվ Core website (/core/assessment/).
Sincere Thanks to Our Committee Members
The ÿմվ Core Council extends its gratitude to the campus community for your valuable contributions and feedback throughout this process.
I would like to extend my personal thanks to the members of the ÿմվ Core Council subcommittees listed below. They dedicated a great deal of time and energy to drafting, revising, and collaborating with stakeholders across campus to accomplish this task. The success of this endeavor is a testament to their dedication and commitment to this university and our students.
Sincerely,
Jake Held
Assistant Provost for Academic Assessment and General Education/ Professor of Philosophy
ÿմվ Core Council Subcommittee Members
Global Learning
- Patricia Smith (Honors 2026)
- Amy Baldwin (FYS Coordinator)
- Allison Freed (CoE 2027)
- Jacob Bundrick (CoB 2027)
Responsible Living
- Denise Demers (CHBS 2026)
- Cheryl Massey (CHBS 2028)
- Stephanie Watson (CoB 2028)
- Mark Mullenbach (CAHSS 2026)
Effective Communication
- Saifur Bhuiyan (CoB 2026)
- Brandy Walthall (CoE 2026)
- Ashley Wilson (CoE 2028)
- Betty Hubbard (CHBS 2027)
Critical Inquiry
- Sharon Mason (CAHSS 2028)
- Marsha Massey (CoSE 2026)
- Mick Yoder (CoSE 2028)
- Stephen O’Connell (CoSE 2027)
- Patrick Casey (CAHSS 2027)
What to Expect as an ArCA Student
Submitted by: Leslie Coger, lcoger1@uca.edu on 06/08/2026
Curious what it’s actually like to be a student at Arkansas Coding Academy?
In this 30-minute live session webinar, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the real student experience—from weekly schedules and coursework to the support systems that help you stay on track.
Hear directly from our Student Experience Coordinator about how we help busy adults balance life, work, and learning.
What You’ll Learn
- What a typical week looks like as an ArCA student
- How online classes actually work
- The support systems available when you need help
- How students successfully balance work, life, and coursework
- What it takes to stay on track and complete the program
Who Should Attend
- Prospective students curious about the real experience
- Busy professionals concerned about time commitment
- Career changers evaluating if this fits their lifestyle
- Anyone wondering: “Can I realistically do this?”
Reserve Your Spot Today!
Men’s World Cup Watch Parties
Submitted by: Amber Wilson, amberc@uca.edu on 06/08/2026
Join us in the library to watch some of the afternoon games in the Men’s World Cup. We’ll meet in LIB 200.
You are welcome to bring a drink with a lid, but no food will be allowed in the room. Come cheer on your favorite team or just enjoy the company of others as you take in the global game.
Here is the schedule of games we will host:
R 6/11 @ 2:30p Mexico vs. South Africa
W 6/17 @ 12p Portugal vs. Democratic Republic of Congo
W 6/17 @ 3p England vs. Croatia
F 6/19 @ 2:30p United States vs. Australia
M 6/22 @ 12p Argentina vs. Austria
T 6/23 @ 12p Portugal vs. Uzbekistan
T 6/23 @ 3p England vs. Ghana
R 6/25 @ 3p Curaçao v Ivory Coast
Dissertation Announcement for Kelly Ash
Updated Sabbatical Leave Application Materials Now Available
Submitted by: Michael Mills, mmills@uca.edu on 06/04/2026
Hi, everyone,
I’m pleased to share that the sabbatical leave review process has been updated to provide a clearer application and evaluation pathway for faculty. The revised materials include a more detailed guide with specific guidance and examples, along with a clear rubric so you know exactly how applications will be evaluated.
You can access all updated materials, including the new guide, application, and timeline, on the Provost’s Publications & Information page at the Sabbatical Leave Website.
We’re sending this now because we know many of you use the summer to work on applications and professional plans. We want to make sure you have the most current materials in hand before that work begins.
If you are considering applying for sabbatical leave for Summer/Fall 2027 or Spring 2028, please note that requests are due to your department chair by September 18, 2026. The full timeline is available here: /academicaffairs/files/2026/06/SLRC-Timeline-2026-2027.pdf
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the process or the updated materials.
Best,
Michael
The Tutoring and Academic Support Center is Open for Summer Tutoring!
Submitted by: Jacob Christie, jchristie1@uca.edu on 06/03/2026
Dear All,
Hello everyone! The Tutoring and Academic Support Center (TASC) is now available for students to make appointments for Summer 1 and 2 classes! We can do one-on-one or small group tutoring, either in-person or virtually, all available at NO additional cost.
Subjects we offer tutoring in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Math
- Physics
- Spanish
- Psychology
- And more!
For the student that wants to touch up their study and note-taking strategies, we also offer Study and Testing Skills Tutoring. We also have Technology Tutoring for questions regarding student-facing campus technology like Google and the Microsoft suite.
Making an in-person or virtual appointment is super easy. Just head to our website, click “Make An Appointment”, select the corresponding course, time and day, and the appointment is set. Students are also welcome for walk-in appointments.
These services are available Monday through Thursday from 12:00pm to 6:00pm and Fridays from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. We’re located on the second floor of Torreyson Library, room 223, right above Starbucks. For questions, please come see us in the TASC, email us at tutoring@uca.edu, or call at 501-852-0720.
We are excited and eager to help your students today!
Best always,
-Jacob Christie
