The Forum takes numerous awards at annual convention
April 26, 2013 – 6:15 pm | 9 Comments

For the second consecutive year, The Forum maintained its third place ranking in the Newspaper General Excellence category at the annual Arkansas College Media Association convention Friday, April 26 at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia.
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Act minimizes corporate risk, jeopardizes the rest
April 18, 2013 – 12:04 pm | Comments Off

Even if you do not know exactly what GMOs are, you have probably heard of them. Genetically modified organisms and genetically engineered food have become a volatile topic. Although their purveyors tout the benefits of …

Prioritize planetary protections over profit
April 18, 2013 – 12:03 pm | One Comment

The March 29 oil spill in Mayflower demonstrated how industry can devastate the environment. It is a particularly striking reminder because the spill happened in a residential area and humans, not just ducks and turtles, …

Vice chancellor to continue service after retiring from 40-year career dedicated to student success
April 18, 2013 – 11:59 am | Comments Off
Vice chancellor to continue service after retiring from 40-year career dedicated to student success

Charles W. Donaldson, vice chancellor for educational and student services, flipped through a binder of pictures of his extensive glass collection. He and his wife have collected American Brilliant Cut Glass, produced between 1875 and …

‘Body Works’ to showcase eclectic student performances
April 18, 2013 – 11:51 am | 2 Comments
‘Body Works’ to showcase eclectic student performances

The UALR theatre and dance department will showcase fresh choreography and an array of dance styles this month at “Body Works,” its spring dance concert.
The concert will be held at the Center for Performing arts …

Body modification law demeans individual liberty
April 4, 2013 – 11:55 am | One Comment

Our legislators are not just trying to control women’s bodies; now they’re after everyone.

Lonely, not alone
April 4, 2013 – 11:55 am | One Comment

John Donne wrote “no man is an island,” to which Saul Williams added, “but I often feel alone.”

Ottenheimer Library celebrates progress
April 4, 2013 – 11:50 am | Comments Off

Since its 1976 opening, the Ottenheimer Library has moved from card catalogs and typewriters to electronic databases and multimedia tables with outlets for laptops.
Before its construction, the library was in the Administration South building, according …

A veto’s futility
March 14, 2013 – 5:29 pm | Comments Off

Despite Gov. Beebe’s best efforts, Arkansas now has the strictest abortion ban in the United States. Beebe vetoed both the 20-week and 12-week abortion bans, and both times he was overruled. The democratic governor seems …

The Uplifting Journey aims at improving lives
March 14, 2013 – 5:21 pm | Comments Off

Life is a universal journey. Although all people approach life differently, no one is alone. With support from fellow travelers, people can chose to live their life in a way that is most fulfilling to …

Twister tips to keep students safe
March 14, 2013 – 5:19 pm | Comments Off
Twister tips to keep students safe

Spring’s warm weather is known for bringing forth chirping birds, blooming flowers and violent tornadoes.
“More do occur in spring,” said Tommy Jackson, pubic information officer for the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management. “Tornadoes used to …