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Hampton First in Diversity Speaks SeriesArkansas Tech University alumnus Dr. Logan C. Hampton, president of Lane College in Jackson, Tenn., will offer the first in a new series of lectures at his alma mater on Tuesday, March 12. Hampton’s address will initiate the ATU Diversity Talks lecture series, which is co-hosted by the ATU Black Faculty and Staff Organization and […]
Artists Share Stories Behind Exhibit at ATUThe four artists whose pieces are included in the traveling exhibit currently on display at Arkansas Tech University’s Norman Hall Art Gallery spoke about their work during a gallery talk hosted by the ATU Department of Art on Wednesday, Feb. 20. The show is the Arkansas Women to Watch Series 2019 “Heavy Metal Exhibit Tour.” […]
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes March 4 at ATUMen in the Arkansas Tech University community will have an opportunity to raise awareness about the causes and effects of violence against women during the 2019 ATU Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event on Monday, March 4. The walk will begin at 2 p.m. at Hindsman Tower. It is open to students, faculty and staff. […]
Spring 2019 Grad Fairs Booked for March 5-7Arkansas Tech University students who will receive their degrees during May 2019 commencement ceremonies are invited to a graduation fair at the Barnes and Noble College ATU Bookstore locations during the month of March. The first day of the graduation fair will take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, at the Ozark […]
ATU to Welcome TRIO Students SaturdayMore than 380 high school and college students from around Arkansas have registered to participate in a statewide TRIO Day hosted by Arkansas Tech University in Russellville on Saturday, Feb. 23. TRIO is an initiative enacted by the United States government in 1964 to overcome class, social and cultural barriers to higher education. Programs under the […]
Robotics State Championships Coming to ATUArkansas Tech University will host 120 teams representing grades 3-12 from every region of the Natural State during the 2019 VEX Robotics State Championships on March 7 and 9. Competition will take place at John E. Tucker Coliseum, 1604 Coliseum Drive in Russellville. ATU STEM Education Collaborative is acting as host for the event. The […]
Want to Live to Be 100?Lindsay Queen, bariatric dietitian from Saline Health System, will visit Arkansas Tech University campuses in Russellville and Ozark to lead a discussion entitled “Living to Be 100: How Eating the Mediterranean Way Can Improve Your Life and Your Health.” Queen will be on the Russellville campus of ATU from 2-3 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25, […]
ATU, St. Mary's Explore Benefits of DEUsThe Arkansas Tech University Department of Nursing and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Russellville have developed an innovative way to enhance students’ academic experience and patients’ care. St. Mary’s has designated the medical surgical unit on its fourth floor as a dedicated education unit (DEU). As a result, hospital staff nurses have been trained […]
Brown's Heroics Win It for Wonder BoysAlex Brown’s offensive rebound and reverse layup with 0.4 seconds remaining kept Arkansas Tech University’s postseason hopes alive with an 89-87 win over Oklahoma Baptist University at the Noble Complex in Shawnee, Okla., on Thursday night. The Wonder Boys (10-15 overall, 8-11 Great American Conference) trailed 45-42 at halftime and by as many as 13 […]
Golden Suns Move Closer to Postseason BerthA 13th consecutive postseason appearance in women’s basketball is within reach for Arkansas Tech University. The Golden Suns blitzed Oklahoma Baptist University 91-65 at the Noble Complex in Shawnee, Okla., on Thursday night. With the win, Arkansas Tech’s women (12-13 overall, 9-10 Great American Conference) pulled within one victory of clinching a berth in the […]
Wonder Boys Finish 10th at Kiawah IslandDifficult weather conditions on the final day caused Arkansas Tech University to slide down the leaderboard at the Newberry College Invitational men’s golf tournament, which was played on Monday and Tuesday at the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island in South Carolina. The Wonder Boys were in second place following 36 holes after posting team scores […]
Golden Suns Win St. Edward's InvitationalArkansas Tech University left the other 13 women’s golf teams competing in the 2019 St. Edward’s University Invitational in its dust on Monday and Tuesday. The nationally sixth-ranked Golden Suns posted team scores of 301-302 for a 603 total and a 17-stroke victory at Onion Creek Club in Austin, Texas. Pia Nunbhakdi led Arkansas Tech […]
Last Regular Season Road Trip for ATU HoopsYou wouldn’t know it from looking at a map, but Arkansas Tech University’s path to the Great American Conference Tournament in Bartlesville, Okla., goes through Shawnee, Okla., and Bethany, Okla. The Golden Suns and the Wonder Boys will attempt to improve their postseason prospects this week during a road trip to face Oklahoma Baptist University […]
Third Straight All-America Award for EastburnDon Hansen Division II All-America has recognized Arkansas Tech University’s Chris Eastburn for a third consecutive year. Eastburn is a member the Don Hansen All-America third team for the 2018 season. He was similarly honored by the Don Hansen All-America program in 2016 (third team) and 2017 (second team). A fullback from Pearcy, Eastburn was […]
Wonder Boys Top Bulldogs at Baswell FieldFive shutout innings by starting pitcher Zack Kesterson and a big sixth inning made a winner of Arkansas Tech University on Monday during its 2019 home baseball debut. The Wonder Boys defeated Union University 7-2 at Baswell Field in Russellville. Kesterson (1-1) limited the Bulldogs to two hits before giving way to relievers Drake Norton, […]
Faculty, Staff Appreciation Night Feb. 28The Arkansas Tech University Staff Senate and the ATU Department of Athletics will host a faculty and staff appreciation night when the Wonder Boys and Golden Suns entertain Northwestern Oklahoma State University for a basketball doubleheader on Thursday, Feb. 28. Game times are set for 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. at Tucker Coliseum in Russellville. Admission […]
ATU Names 2019 Hall of Distinction HonoreesFour Arkansas Tech University alumni will receive their alma mater’s highest honor in 2019. Truman Hill of Russellville, Major Gen. Gary W. Johnston of Fort Belvoir, Va., George Mitchell of Denton, Texas, and Lt. Col. William J. Sidebottom of Springfield, Va., will be inducted into the ATU Hall of Distinction during spring commencement ceremonies at […]
Distinguished Alumnus to Speak February 21Mike Miller of Russellville, a 2016 inductee into the Arkansas Tech University Hall of Distinction, will be the ATU Department of Campus Life Lunch with a Leader speaker on Thursday, Feb. 21. Miller will speak beginning at noon in Doc Bryan Student Services Center room 242. It will be an On Track event on the […]
Oaklawn Park to Host ATU Alumni March 23Arkansas Tech University Alumni Association Day at the Races 2019 is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, at Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs. Tickets are $35 per person and may be purchased online at www.atualumni.com/Oaklawn2019 or in person at the ATU Alumni Office, 1313 N. Arkansas Ave. in Russellville, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. Admission with […]
Taylor Pays Forward Gift of Chinese StudyIt was almost 20 years ago when Joanne Taylor was selected to study China’s school system and curriculum through a grant from the Freeman Foundation. Now, as her 43-year career in education comes to a close with her retirement this spring, Taylor is donating the teaching materials she obtained in China so that students in […]
2019-20 PLC Application Period Open NowEligible Arkansas Tech University students interested in serving on the ATU Presidential Leadership Cabinet during the 2019-20 academic year are encouraged to apply through March 15, 2019. PLC members work with the ATU administration to promote the university to prospective and current students, alumni and friends. Additionally, PLC members serve as ushers at various university […]
Smith Named to ATU Board of TrusteesGov. Asa Hutchinson appointed Jim Smith of Fayetteville to the Arkansas Tech University Board of Trustees on Monday, Jan. 28. Smith’s five-year term will expire on Jan. 14, 2024. He succeeds Charles H. Blanchard of Russellville, who was chairman of the ATU Board of Trustees in 2018. Blanchard served on the board from 2009-19. A […]
ATU Renames Baseball Field for Col. BaswellThe home of Arkansas Tech University baseball has a new name. Previously known as Tech Field, the Wonder Boys’ baseball diamond will henceforth be referred to as Baswell Field following approval by the ATU Board of Trustees. The naming is in honor and memory of Col. Carl Franklin Baswell, Arkansas Tech Class of 1942. One […]
Harper, ATU Class of '96, Earns Exec PositionArkansas Tech University alumnus Chaun Harper has been named senior vice president and chief manufacturing officer for Mary Kay Inc. beauty brand. Harper earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from ATU in 1996. A native of Scott, Ark., Harper was president of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity at ATU. He was a Wonder Boys […]
ATU-Ozark Names Winners of FFA CompetitionArkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus hosted the annual FFA Day practice competition earlier this month. Area high school chapters with teams competing in Agricultural Electrification and Agricultural Mechanics traveled to Ozark and competed in a variety of competitions. Each division of the competition has two portions—a 50 question test, and a practical application. ATU-Ozark was proud […]
- Spring 2019 Grad Fairs Booked for March 5-7
Arkansas Tech University students who will receive their degrees during May 2019 commencement ceremonies are invited to a graduation fair at the Barnes and Noble College ATU Bookstore locations during the month of March. The first day of the graduation fair will take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, at the Ozark […]
- Want to Live to Be 100?
Lindsay Queen, bariatric dietitian from Saline Health System, will visit Arkansas Tech University campuses in Russellville and Ozark to lead a discussion entitled “Living to Be 100: How Eating the Mediterranean Way Can Improve Your Life and Your Health.” Queen will be on the Russellville campus of ATU from 2-3 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25, […]
Tips for Fighting the Flu from the ATU Health and Wellness CenterIn light of widespread influenza activity across the state as well as increased flu cases in the Arkansas Tech University Health and Wellness Center, ATU Health Services would like to share some important information regarding the flu. FIGHTING THE FLU: Frequently Asked Questions How is the flu spread? According to the CDC, most experts believe […]
Leadership Tech Nominations Close FridayFriday is the deadline to nominate individuals interested in joining the fourth cohort of Leadership Tech. The Leadership Tech program is designed to develop individuals as leaders and to build leadership capacity within the faculty and staff on the Russellville and Ozark campuses of Arkansas Tech. Those selected to participate in the cohort will participate […]
Program Spotlight- Award Winning Cosmetology ProgramThe Arkansas Tech University- Ozark Campus Cosmetology program is one of the highest ranking programs in its field, according to AccreditedOnlineSchools.org. The 2018-2019 rankings distinguished the program, and for excellent reasons. Instructor Julie Auterson has been leading students to successful careers for years. She could not be any prouder of the impact her students are […]
ATU-Ozark Faculty Spotlight Ester LeonardEster Leonard is a nurse. Ester Leonard is a teacher. Ester Leonard changes lives. As the Program Chair of the Practical Nursing program at Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus, Ester views her position as more than a job. It is a way of life. She began teaching at ATU- Ozark Campus in Ozark, Arkansas as a […]
ATU Earns Military Friendly School AwardArkansas Tech University has achieved the distinction of Military Friendly School for 2019-20 following compilation of data by ratings organization Viqtory Media. Assessment by Viqtory Media includes analysis of public data sources and proprietary data obtained through an annual Military Friendly Schools survey that is offered to more than 8,800 institutions across the United States. […]
- Artists Share Stories Behind Exhibit at ATU
The four artists whose pieces are included in the traveling exhibit currently on display at Arkansas Tech University’s Norman Hall Art Gallery spoke about their work during a gallery talk hosted by the ATU Department of Art on Wednesday, Feb. 20. The show is the Arkansas Women to Watch Series 2019 “Heavy Metal Exhibit Tour.” […]
- ATU to Welcome TRIO Students Saturday
More than 380 high school and college students from around Arkansas have registered to participate in a statewide TRIO Day hosted by Arkansas Tech University in Russellville on Saturday, Feb. 23. TRIO is an initiative enacted by the United States government in 1964 to overcome class, social and cultural barriers to higher education. Programs under the […]
- Robotics State Championships Coming to ATU
Arkansas Tech University will host 120 teams representing grades 3-12 from every region of the Natural State during the 2019 VEX Robotics State Championships on March 7 and 9. Competition will take place at John E. Tucker Coliseum, 1604 Coliseum Drive in Russellville. ATU STEM Education Collaborative is acting as host for the event. The […]
- ATU, St. Mary's Explore Benefits of DEUs
The Arkansas Tech University Department of Nursing and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Russellville have developed an innovative way to enhance students’ academic experience and patients’ care. St. Mary’s has designated the medical surgical unit on its fourth floor as a dedicated education unit (DEU). As a result, hospital staff nurses have been trained […]
NCAA Honors ATU for Community ServiceThe National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) recognized Arkansas Tech University for the community service of its student-athletes during a basketball doubleheader at Tucker Coliseum in Russellville on Thursday, Feb. 14. ATU is the 2018-19 NCAA Division II Team Works Helper Helper community service champion. Amy Skiles from the NCAA national office staff in Indianapolis, Ind., […]
ATU, RHS to Present Jazz Concert March 4The jazz ensembles from Arkansas Tech University and Russellville High School will co-host their 2019 St. Paddy’s Day Swing concert at The Center for the Arts in Russellville on Monday, March 4. The show will begin at 7 p.m. Admission will be free and open to the public. The Center for the Arts is located […]
Morris' Final ATU Production Opens Feb. 14Dr. Ardith Morris is saying goodbye like she said hello. The 37-year veteran of the Arkansas Tech University faculty will direct a production of “The Robber Bridegroom” at the Techionery Theatre, 1502 N. El Paso Ave. in Russellville, beginning with an 8 p.m. showing on Thursday, Feb. 14. Subsequent shows for the general public are […]
Who Will Wear the 2019 Miss Tech Crown?Thirteen students have registered as contestants in the 64th annual Miss Arkansas Tech University Scholarship Pageant. The pageant will be on Friday, Feb. 15, at Witherspoon Auditorium. It will begin at 7 p.m. Admission will be $8 for adults, $5 for minors and free with a current and valid Arkansas Tech identification card. Miss Arkansas […]
