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772 named UCA Presidential Scholars
Posted in Campus Life on June 09, 2008
The University of Central Arkansas today announced the names of 772 students who qualified for the undergraduate Presidential Scholars List based on their academic performance during the Spring 2008 semester.
"Qualifying as a UCA Presidential Scholar is a remarkable achievement, because it requires a perfect grade point average," said UCA President Lu Hardin. "We are proud that so many UCA students are performing at such a high level, and that is a testament to their hard work and the supportive learning environment on campus."
Recognition as a UCA Presidential Scholar requires the achievement of a 4.0 grade point average with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.
"Qualifying as a UCA Presidential Scholar is a remarkable achievement, because it requires a perfect grade point average," said UCA President Lu Hardin. "We are proud that so many UCA students are performing at such a high level, and that is a testament to their hard work and the supportive learning environment on campus."
Recognition as a UCA Presidential Scholar requires the achievement of a 4.0 grade point average with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.
1,362 named to UCA Dean's List
Posted in Campus Life on June 09, 2008
The University of Central Arkansas today announced the names of 1,362 students who qualified for the undergraduate Dean's List based on their academic performance during the Spring 2008 semester.
"The impressive number of UCA students qualifying for the Dean's List is an indication of the high level of academic commitment and achievement at UCA," said UCA President Lu Hardin. "It reflects not only the hard work of the students, but also the contributions by faculty and staff toward promoting a healthy learning environment at UCA."
Recognition on the UCA Dean's List requires the achievement of at least a 3.5 grade point average with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.
"The impressive number of UCA students qualifying for the Dean's List is an indication of the high level of academic commitment and achievement at UCA," said UCA President Lu Hardin. "It reflects not only the hard work of the students, but also the contributions by faculty and staff toward promoting a healthy learning environment at UCA."
Recognition on the UCA Dean's List requires the achievement of at least a 3.5 grade point average with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.
Scott Smith to direct UCA's Ark. Public School Resource Center
Posted in Campus Life on June 04, 2008
University of Central Arkansas President Lu Hardin today announced that Scott Smith will be the director of UCA's new Arkansas Public School Resource Center, which is being established with financial support from the Walton Family Foundation.
Smith currently is chief counsel for the Arkansas Department of Education.
"With his vast experience, impressive credentials, and intimate familiarity with the educational system in Arkansas, Scott is the perfect fit for this position," Hardin said.
"I am tremendously honored and excited to have this opportunity to work with Pres. Hardin, UCA, and the Walton Foundation in this endeavor to support public education," Smith said. "I recognize their long-term commitment to improving public education, and the synergies created by uniting them in this effort should result in great progress for Arkansas."
Smith currently is chief counsel for the Arkansas Department of Education.
"With his vast experience, impressive credentials, and intimate familiarity with the educational system in Arkansas, Scott is the perfect fit for this position," Hardin said.
"I am tremendously honored and excited to have this opportunity to work with Pres. Hardin, UCA, and the Walton Foundation in this endeavor to support public education," Smith said. "I recognize their long-term commitment to improving public education, and the synergies created by uniting them in this effort should result in great progress for Arkansas."