Author to discuss LGBT history in the South

UALR’s Office of Campus Life and student group, The Alliance, will host author Brock Thompson as he discusses his book “The Un-Natural State: Arkansas and the Queer South.”

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How to keep your boat afloat

We all know that cardboard boats tend to bob, sink, and generally fall apart faster than you can say Trojan Homecoming. That’s part of what makes this Friday’s Cardboard Boat Regatta so entertaining – that we get to see these marvels of engineering hold up as long as they do before they become jetsam themselves. Continue reading “How to keep your boat afloat”

Homecoming court and spirit winners to be recognized at March 8 game

The results of last week’s student voting have been tabulated, and five young women have been named to the 2014 UALR Homecoming Court.

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Familiar sounds signal homecoming start

Friendly chatter and the sounds of plastic beads with medallions filled the foyer at the Donaghey Student Center Tuesday, Feb. 25. Continue reading “Familiar sounds signal homecoming start”

Students encouraged to share dream through service during MLK week

The Office of Campus Life  at UALR is sponsoring its annual Martin Luther King Jr. week starting Monday, Jan. 20, with “A Day of Service” to honor and reflect upon Dr. King’s legacy. Continue reading “Students encouraged to share dream through service during MLK week”

Welcome Back Week invites new, returning students back to UALR

UALR will hold its annual Welcome Back Week for all new and returning students enrolled for the 2014 spring semester. Continue reading “Welcome Back Week invites new, returning students back to UALR”

International Celebration Week highlights cultures across the globe

Each year, UALR observes International Celebration Week to promote awareness of national cultures and enhance cultural interactions between UALR students, faculty, staff, and the greater community. Continue reading “International Celebration Week highlights cultures across the globe”

Celebrating being yourself

The Alliance has seen a busy month, student Zack Baker writes. Be sure to visit with the group at its faculty meet and greet Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m. in the Leadership Lounge. Food will be provided. Continue reading “Celebrating being yourself”

GRAD awards to pay tribute to faculty, staff

UALR Vice Chancellor of Educational, Student Services and Student Life Charles Donaldson and Associate Vice Chancellor Logan Hampton are heading an effort to pay tribute to faculty and staff, as well as UALR offices, who have impacted the success of student graduates from the university over the last three years.

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Students Celebrate During Homecoming Week

Students, staff, and alumni will come together to celebrate UALR’s 2013 homecoming with a week full of activities Feb. 25 – March 2. Continue reading “Students Celebrate During Homecoming Week”