Saying goodbye is never easy. Today, our campus bid farewell to three of its leaders in a touching tribute that combined grace, gratitude, and a touch of humor, courtesy of Chancellor Joel Anderson (who has a promising future as a comedian should he ever want to give up his day job, though we vehemently ask that he doesn’t). Continue reading “Fare thee well, our three leaders”
The only way the Trojans game Wednesday night against the University of Central Arkansas could have been sweeter was if my Dad were still alive to see it with me. Continue reading “Batter up!”
I’m thankful that college finals are years behind me, but the memories of studying for hours while listening to music are still fresh. Certain bands or songs helped me concentrate on a tough topic, while others gave me motivation to keep going when I was definitely ready to quit. Continue reading “UALR Finals Playlist: The Best Songs for Studying”
Celebrating Earth Day (now in its 43rd year) is as much about education as it is about tree hugging, which makes for a perfect fit at a university. Continue reading “Earth Day dandies”
They came. They saw. They took photos with stuffed animals. Continue reading “Discover Day: The kid stays in the picture”
Microsoft Student Developer Evangelist Alec Crow is spreading the good word about app development with us. And yes, that’s his real job title! Continue reading “Advice from the App Evangelist”
Not a week goes by when we don’t hear someone new to UALR remark on just how beautiful our campus is. That is especially true in the spring, when the skies are that crisp cerulean shade and the flora awaken from their winter slumber. Continue reading “Art is Everywhere”
This week, we get an inside look into the workspace of Rikki Turner, assistant director for Residence Life in the Office of Student Housing. Continue reading “How I Work: Office of Student Housing”
Spring break, while off to a soggy start, is typically a time to unwind for students and faculty alike. But it can also be a time to play catch-up, get organized, and prepare for that final push before the end of the semester. May will be here before you know it! Continue reading “What You Need to Know for Spring Break”
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you know that today is pi day, as in March 14 (3.14).
What you might not know is that the history of pi has a UALR connection, at least as far as the internet is concerned. Continue reading “The History of the History of Pi”