Arkansas Folk and Traditional Arts Announces 2023-24 Mentor Artist-Apprentice Pairs
Congratulations to this year’s mentor artists: Pat Bergman, Clarke Buehling, Jerry Fisk, Maria Christina Moroles and Ed Pennebaker.
Morales Joins University Libraries as Associate Dean for Collections and Open Initiatives
Jessica Morales has more than 10 years of experience working in academic libraries, having served in a number of leadership roles in collections and technical services throughout her career.
Parker-Gibson to Retire After 32 Years of Service to the University Libraries
Necia Parker-Gibson, agriculture librarian and professor for the U of A Libraries, will retire Dec. 31 after 32 years of service.
Call for Abstracts: Undergraduate Research Symposium Poster Competition
Undergraduate students from all disciplines are invited to submit a research abstract to the U of A’s Undergraduate Research Symposium Poster Competition.
Take a Study Break With the University Libraries
As finals approach, the University Libraries have teamed up with partners across campus to offer study breaks that are free and open to all U of A students. All breaks will be held in the east lobby of Mullins Library unless otherwise noted. Mullins Library will also offer extended hours.
Faculty: Submit Course Reserve Requests for Spring 2024
The University Libraries are now accepting course reserve requests for the spring 2024 semester. Instructors are encouraged to fill out an online Course Reserves Form, and requests will be accepted throughout the year.
Additional Study Spots, Printing Stations Available for Finals
While renovations continue on Mullins Library, Levels 3 and 4 are still open for study in addition to spaces in the Arkansas Union, HPER, the CORD and the Fayetteville Public Library.
Interview with Dinesh Gauri
Scholarly Communications conducts an interview with Dinesh Gauri, Professor and Walmart Chair in Marketing for Walton College, in their November blog post. He shares his thoughts on making research available in the U of A’s institutional repository.
Author Kat Robinson to Speak on Arkansas Food Traditions Wednesday
Arkansas Folk and Traditional Arts will end the second year of its Arkansas Folklife Web Series with guest Kat Robinson at 1 p.m. Wednesday. This webinar is free, but registration is required.
David Gearhart Papers Now Available in University Libraries Special Collections
This extensive collection offers a unique glimpse into the life and times of former U of A Chancellor David Gearhart as well as the significant contributions of his wife, Jane Gearhart.