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UACCM AND GREEN BAY PACKAGING, INC. ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP

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Left to right: Lucas Law, GPD-AKD Mill Manager; Lisa Greene, GPD-AKD Manager of Quality and Training; Dr. Jessica Allred, UACCM Dean of Workforce Education and Training; Dr. Richard Counts, UACCM Vice Chancellor for Academics; UACCM Chancellor Lisa Willenberg; and Caliese Cain, UACCM Director of Workforce Development. The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) has entered a partnership with the Arkansas Kraft Division of Green Bay Packaging, Inc. (GBP-AKD), effective January 2025.   The agreement allows UACCM to assist in the administration, coordination, scheduling, advertising, and evaluation of the community-offered classes taught at the GBP-AKD Training Center located in Morrilton, Arkansas.     “The expansion of our partnership through this development related to the operations of the GBP-AKD Training Center may be one of the most significant achievements of my tenure as Chancellor,” said UACCM Chancellor Lisa Willenberg.   ...
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Registered Nursing Transitions to Independent Program

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The Registered Nursing program at University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton is making big steps towards improving and growing. Beginning in January 2023, Registered Nursing will transition from consortium membership to an in-house program taught exclusively by UACCM faculty.  The program has the prerequisite and initial approval of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN), and will receive full approval and licensure from ASBN before the 2023 class graduates.  “UACCM has grown and is now ready to offer its own RN program,” said Darrell Moore, Dean of Health Professions and Natural Sciences. “UACCM sees this program offering as an opportunity to better serve our students as one in a group of up to 48 UACCM students, rather than one of 300-plus in the consortium.” This transformation will have several benefits for incoming RN students. Having local, UACCM faculty will allow students to have face-to-face instruction and more interaction with educators, as opposed to...
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Carlon Family Scholarship Established at UACCM

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) is honored to share that the Carlon Family Scholarship has been established as a new endowment at the college.  The scholarship is established by Ancel Carlon, in honor of the significant impact college had on his life during his time as a student. Carlon stated that the endowment was his way of “giving back.”  The endowed scholarship will be awarded based on financial need for full-time students who meet a GPA of at least 2.5.  UACCM Director of Marketing and Public Relations Mary Clark stated, “We are so thankful to Ancel Carlon for establishing this scholarship, and I know many students will be grateful for years to come.” She continued, “Ancel is a great businessman and community leader who was inspired to give this gift because he received a scholarship that helped him pursue his own college degree and start the path to his successful career. As an endowment, the scholarship will continue in perpetuity...
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UACCM Awarded $2M By Governor Sanders, Department of Education

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) has been awarded a $2 million grant by Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Arkansas Division of Higher Education Commissioner Ken Warden, and Chief Workforce Officer Mike Rogers.  The grant is part of the Higher Industry Readiness through Educational Development (HIRED) program, which uses funding that was established by the Workforce Initiative Act of 2015. UACCM is one of 14 schools receiving a total of approximately $26 million to support workforce development efforts.  “There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to education and the HIRED Grant Program helps us meet Arkansas students, schools, and businesses where they are,” said Governor Sanders. “These grants will help build the workforce of the future and make Arkansas more competitive in industries such as steel manufacturing, aerospace and defense, lithium, and cybersecurity.”  “UACCM is very thankful for the HIRED grant award, and it is meaningfu...
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Five Programs Granted Accreditation

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) has been granted accreditation on the following programs: AAS – Computer Information Systems Technology; AAS – Computer Aided Drafting & Design Technology; AAS – Industrial Mechanics & Maintenance Technology; AAS – Surveying; and AAS – Business.  The programs were granted accreditation by The Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE) Board of Accreditation.  “UACCM takes seriously the importance of ATMAE accreditation,” said UACCM Chancellor Lisa Willenberg.  “I appreciate the efforts of both the ATMAE Board of Accreditation and the UACCM team responsible for the completion of the progress report, namely UACCM Dean of Science, Technology, and Mathematics Robert Keeton.”  The ATMAE accreditation joins a list of over a dozen accreditations and approvals that UACCM currently holds, including from The Higher Learning Commission, Arkansas Division of Higher Education, Ar...
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December Student of the Month: Elora Rose

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Elora is in her last semester at UACCM, pursuing an Associates of Science in Education degree. After graduation, Elora plans to spend time with her family and eventually continue her education at Arkansas Tech University. Elora told us that she is a first-generation college student and coming to UACCM with her supportive partner was the best decision she ever made. She says her favorite thing about UACCM is the staff and faculty, and how they make students feel cared for. We asked Elora if she had any advice for current and future Timberwolves, she said, "Be proactive. Getting involved on campus helps! If you are an education student, check out the education study room.”
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November Student of the Month: Skylar Fuller

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Skylar is in her last semester at UACCM, pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology degree. After graduation, Skylar plans to transfer to Arkansas Tech University to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering. When asked what is unique about her UACCM story, Skylar told us that she withdrew from college five years ago due to financial reasons and never thought that she would be able to return to college. When she decided to pursue her education again, UACCM was the right fit for her due to the small class sizes and the hands-on experience professors have from working in their field of study prior to teaching.  Skylar said her advice for current and future Timberwolves is "Don't be afraid to ask questions and use the resourses UACCM offers to students. Everyone is warm and welcoming on campus and here to help!"
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Topping-Out Ceremony Held for Nursing and Science Center

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University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) employees, students, and members of the community attended the topping-out ceremony for the new Nursing and Science Center currently be constructed on the UACCM campus. Those in attendance signed the beam and watched as it was installed atop the new facility.  UACCM Chancellor Lisa Willenberg opened the ceremony by thanking several of the donors and community leaders that have helped bring the project to fruition, including Nabholz Construction of Conway, who have been constructing the facility since May.  Brad Hegeman, Vice Chairman & Chief Strategy Officer of Nabholz Construction, also spoke and touted a 100% safety record on the construction of the facility to this point.  Also speaking at the ceremony was Gregg Long, Vice President of Infrastructure at Crafton-Tull, the architectural design firm for the facility, Morrilton Mayor Allen Lipsmeyer, and Conway County Judge Jimmy Hart. Topping-out ceremonies...
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October Student of the Month: Hayden Simpson

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Hayden is in his first year at UACCM, pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Aided Drafting and Design degree. After graduation, Hayden plans to begin a career in Computer Aided Drafting and Design and hopes to one day return to UACCM to become a professor.   Hayden was homeschooled and says UACCM was the best fit for him because of the motivating atmosphere on campus, smaller class sizes, and affordable tuition.   Hayden says his favorite things about UACCM are the professors and their willingness to help. Many around campus may know Hayden as his other identity: UACCM’s mascot, Wolfie!   Recently Hayden represented UACCM as Wolfie during the Arkansas Razorbacks and UAPB Golden Lions football game at War Memorial Stadium in August.   We asked Hayden if he had any advice for current and future Timberwolves, he said, "Rest in-between classes. Check out the Esports Club in the Fine Arts building and take a well-deserved break.”
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