Author Archives: Karen Stigar
Dressed in Yellow: Women Tell Stories about Life Behind Bars
Time is precious. That’s clear in the voices of women inmates whose work was presented in the “Prison Stories Project” performance recently at St. Paul’s Episcopal. Nine women participated in the program and their work was written into a script …
Students Earn Extra Money During Long Winter Bread
The holidays usually mean spending money, but for some UA students, it also means taking advantage and earning a share of the money being spent this season. “This is a seasonal thing,” said Chung Tan, Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce manager …
Students Chill at the Only Outdoor Ice Rink in NWA
The only outdoor ice skating rink in northwest Arkansas is preparing for the upcoming holiday season and providing skating, entertainment and attractions for the community. “We have numerous events coming to the ice skating rink this season. We have Santa …
Two Men Will Receive UA Honorary Degrees
Two men with a wide ranging accomplishments will receive honorary degrees at the fall commencement ceremony. Vincent Harding and W. Stephen Smith will be awarded an honorary degree, a doctoral degree awarded in a broad general area to recognize life, …
Experience Key When Job Hunting
Uncertainty about future jobs may be what is in store for the 700 students graduating UA this December. “In my experience, when students are prepared for their job search, they are successful in finding positions that meet their career goals. …
Fayetteville Prime Place for Small Businesses
The number of small businesses in Fayetteville has increased in recent years because of resources, the economy, the business community and the university, officials said. “Walton College of Business, the Chamber of Commerce, and the UA are great resources and …
A Year With Crystal Bridges Benefits The Economy
The one-year anniversary of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art was Sunday. Since its opening, the museum has brought education and economic benefits to the area, officials said. “The year we have been open has exceeded our expectations. We have …
Gameday Morning Kick-off Affects Pre-Game Rituals
Sometimes being a Razorback football fan means waking up early. “I would be more likely to go to an evening game because I want to sleep in on the weekends and want to tailgate before the game,” said Shannon Terry, …
Arts Jobs Take Center Stage in Fayetteville
The arts are generating more than creativity in northwest Arkansas. The arts have had an increased impact on the local economy throughout the years, according to reports. “The arts have a pretty big impact on the economy in northwest Arkansas. …
Pat Walker Gears Up for Flu Season
The Pat Walker Health Center has started administering flu vaccinations in preparation for the long flu season ahead. “So far, more faculty and staff have come into the immunization clinic for a flu shot than students,” said Mary Alice Serafini, …
Game Not Priority For Students
The football game against Kentucky Saturday is not a priority for students because most of them will be going away for a much anticipated fall break after midterms. Students said they will be going out-of-town instead of going to the …
Students Work Better in Same-Gender Classes
A UA College of Education professor’s study reveals what the researcher said are benefits of single-sex classrooms. Data was collected from two elementary schools in northwest Arkansas by UA professor Sandra Stotsky and her colleagues Nick Tschepikow and George Denny. …
Former Death Row Inmate Speaks
The 100th person to be exonerated from death row visited UA Tuesday to talk about the death penalty and the criminal justice system. Ray Krone was convicted of the rape and kidnap of a woman in Phoenix, Arizona in 1992 …
UA Theater Kicks Off Season
UA Theater’s production of ‘33 Variations’ started on Sept. 28 and will continue until Oct. 7. Students can attend theater events for free Wednesdays and Thursdays. Students will be charged $3 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, according to the drama …
Goodwill Gains a New Location in Fayetteville
The UA is a factor in the opening of Goodwill’s second location in Fayetteville Sept. 13. The new store is located in the former Aldi’s Grocery Store building on College Avenue. The 14,600-square-foot store, donation and career services center will …
