The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton announces plans for “Starlight Cinema,” a free outdoor community movie night. The event will feature “Trouble With the Curve” Monday, June 24, from 8:00 until 10:00 p.m. on the lawn near the Plaza courtyard on the UACCM campus. Attendees should bring blankets or lawn chairs. Morrilton Boy Scout Troop 93 will manage a concession stand at the event as a fundraiser for their summer camp costs. The concession stand will open at 7:30 p.m. and will have Coke products, bottled water, popcorn, and candy for sale. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors. “Trouble With the Curve” is a Warner Bros. film released in 2012 starring Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, and Justin Timberlake. In the movie, Eastwood plays a baseball scout whose failing eyesight poses a problem. His estranged daughter (Adams) assists him in an out-of-town scouting assignment. During the trip, Adams unexpectedly sparks a romance with another ...

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton announces its spring 2013 graduates. Commencement ceremonies were held Saturday, May 11, at the H.B. White Auditorium of Morrilton High School. UACCM outgrew its facilities to host graduation on its campus some years ago, and the South Conway County School District School Board allows the College to hold its commencement ceremonies in the auditorium at the high school. Even still, the faculty, staff, administration, family, and friends who gather to show their support to graduates exceed the capacity of the auditorium. For this reason, UACCM held two ceremonies, the first at 10:00 a.m. and the second at 1:00 p.m. Former United States Senator and University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees member David Pryor attended the 10:00 a.m. ceremony and congratulated graduates with words of encouragement. Also present at that ceremony was Dr. Leroy Cox of the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith who awarded UACCM University B...

Did you know that the American Cancer Society’s researchers have found a cure for Childhood Leukemia? Did you know that finding this cure was possible because of funds raised at local Relay for Life events? Did you know that you could help find a cure for all cancers? How? By participating in the 2013 Conway/Perry Counties Relay for Life event on Friday, April 26. The relay represents one’s battle with cancer; it can be a dark time for many that is very long and exhausting. We show our support to those we know who have been affected by cancer through Relay for Life. Teams will gather throughout the afternoon to start constructing their campsites to go along with this year’s theme: “Relay Around the World.” This year’s relay will feature some great live entertainment, including musical performances by Heaven’s Echoes and other talented musicians. Join us for a night packed with games, fun, and food as we celebrate life and fight for a cure for cancer! The night will start wi...

First Electric members will be able to ask questions of the “King of Caulk and Talk” when energy efficiency expert Doug Rye speaks at the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton. The free seminar will begin at 6:30 p.m. May 14 in the Fine Arts Gallery. Rye will teach simple, feasible, commonsense and proven methods that will make both new and existing homes more efficient and that can mean more comfort and lower utility bills. Rye hosts "Home Remedies," a show focusing on energy efficiency that airs on radio stations in several states. The licensed architect is a consultant for the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and writes a monthly column for Arkansas Living magazine on ways cooperative members can reduce their energy bills. He lives in Saline County. For more information on Doug Rye, visit the “Energy Efficiency” section of www.firstelectric.coop. First Electric serves more than 88,000 active accounts throughout 17 counties in central and southeast Ar...

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Community Education Center now offers training for small businesses in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Costs associated with an employee injury or fatality can affect a business in many ways, including increased insurance costs, lost productivity, and lower morale. If the business is not complying with OSHA regulations, heavy fines could be assessed. This course is designed as a way for owners, managers, or other key personnel of small- to medium-sized businesses to familiarize themselves with some of the basic OSHA safety requirements that apply to their business. Attendees should come away with an understanding of the steps to take to begin developing an effective safety program for their business. After completing this course a participant should be able to: Describe the impact that an accident can have on a business; List the elements of a basic safety program for their ...

Mr. Henry Greenbaum, a Holocaust survivor volunteer from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., visited UACCM on March 12 to share his story.  Hear what he had to say in the video below courtesy of Morrilton Community Channel 6 or find out more at www.ushmm.org . Henry Greenbaum - Holocaust Survivor - 2013-03-11 from Morrilton Community Channel 6 on Vimeo .

UACCM's Chancellor, Dr. Larry Davis, was honored at the Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce 85th Annual Banquet and Awards Ceremony where he was named the winner of the 2012 Earle Love Business Leader of the Year award. Dr. Davis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from East Central State College in Ada, Oklahoma, and his Master's and Doctoral degrees in occupational and adult education from Oklahoma State University. He has 39 years of experience in community college administration and instruction. Throughout his professional career, Dr. Davis has gained experience working his way up from a graduate assistant at the University of Oklahoma to a math instructor, department head, and division chair before taking over as Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs at Arkansas State University.  Dr. Davis took over the role of Chancellor of the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton in September 2010 and decided to make Morrilton his home. A member of th...

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton will offer several community education classes throughout the holiday season. These classes are low cost with convenient short hours that work around a busy schedule. Flow Yoga, led by instructor Jaymie Leigh Thomas, can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or flexibility. The classes involve linking several poses together to build strength, flexibility, endurance and balance, moving toward progression gradually. Flow Yoga is held weekly in the evenings at the UACCM Health and Fitness Building for $25 per month. Class dates vary around the holidays to accommodate schedules of participants. Christmas Crafting, led by instructor Mandy Voliva, will be offered Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Community Education Center in Morrilton. The cost is $30 and includes three “ready-to-gift” projects for the holidays. Participants will learn how to create high impact, low cost gifts while enjoying cocoa and ...

On September 9, the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton Foundation hosted the fifth annual “Aiming for Education” shooting competition fundraiser at Point Remove Lodge in Hattieville. Nine three-person teams and eighteen youth participants competed against each other in a variety of shooting games including clay pigeon shooting and team flurry exercises. The winners of the “Aiming for Education” shooting competition were as follows: Team Shoot First Place - Mike Darr, Phyllis Dar, Dusty Darr; Team Shoot Second Place - Dennis Peacock, Neil Morton, Deck Travis; Youth 11-14 years old, first place - Luke Murphy, second place -Skylar Hughes; Youth 8-10 years old, first place – Qualyn James, second place – Carson Cahill; Adult Top Gun, Mike Darr; and Youth Top Gun, Skylar Hughes. L-R: Skylar Hughes, Luke Murphy, Carson Cahill, and Qualyn James  Neil Morton accepts second place on behalf of his team from Southwestern Energy R-L: Phyllis Darr, Mike Darr, and D...

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton will host a free six-hour Green Advantage Certification training class on Friday, August 24, from 9 am to 4 pm in the UACCM Business Technology Center (BTC) Room 206. Typically, the cost of this training is $175 per person; however, with funding received from the Arkansas Energy Sector Partnership Grant, this training will be free of charge. Emphasis is given to construction field practices as they relate to the role construction personnel have in improving the environmental and health attributes of the built environment. To date, UACCM has provided training for over 100 Nabholz employees in these green initiatives and would like to do the same for other businesses. Individuals interested in this training may contact Stephanie Ellis at (501) 215-4898 or ellis@uaccm.edu to reserve a seat.

World War II veteran and former Conway County Resident Edward Rossi presented The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton with a copy of the book “On Heroic Wings: Stories of the Distinguished Flying Cross.” The book features stories of over 30 aviation heroes, including Rossi, who have received the Distinguished Flying Cross award. Rossi was raised in Center Ridge and also played American Legion Baseball in Arkansas before enlisting in the Army Air Corps in August 1942. For the next several years Rossi served as a member of the 494 Bomb Group under the command of General Douglas McArthur. He flew over 40 combat missions and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross as well as 6 other air medals. Because of his fond memories of growing up in Conway County, Rossi felt compelled to donate a copy of this book to UACCM Library. Rossi kept an extensive diary during his time spent serving in World War II which was published as a book that can also be found in the UACCM Lib...

This year’s seventh annual Links for Learning Golf Tournament fundraiser for the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) Foundation was a huge success. A field of 114 golfers gathered at the Morrilton Country Club on a beautiful sunny day to compete in the three-person scramble tournament that helped raise over $20,000 in gross proceeds for the UACCM Foundation. UACCM Foundation President Doug Cahill noted, “It was a fantastic day for golf and we couldn’t have asked for a better turnout from UACCM’s supporters.” Along with the tournament, the participants were given an opportunity to show their golf skills with longest drive, closest to the pin, and putting contests. Throughout the day, teams were treated to limitless refreshments, door prizes, and all the BBQ they could eat courtesy of food sponsor Farmers & Merchants Bank and the culinary skills of Marlin Boyle. When the teams had finished playing, and the scores were being calculated, the tournament’...

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) is offering several exciting options for area youth to participate in fun and educational programs during the summer months. Participants will be able to conduct science experiments, perform a musical production, or go on an imaginary journey across the Serengeti Desert! “Super Scientists” is a summer camp for those inquisitive, science-minded young students. They will experience the fun of building a scaled model of Mount Saint Helens, perform quasi-forensic analysis of "solid waste," collect and grow their own microbial cultures, perform anatomy dissections and many more memorable experiences while participating in the science camp. “Super Scientists” will be held on June 18-21 from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Lunch will be provided. The camp is $150 per child and will be open to all children who will be entering grades 4-6. UACCM Music Instructor Shannah Cummings and members of the UACCM Show Choir, "Soundscape...

Attention all fans of golf and MONEY! The seventh annual Links for Learning Golf Tournament fundraiser for the UACCM Foundation is coming up on Thursday, May 10 at the Morrilton Country Club (MCC). Even if you are unable to attend the tournament this year, you will still be able to get in on the action and win up to $1000 by purchasing a chance in the golf ball drop! Read on to find out more... During the golf ball drop, hundreds (hopefully) of golf balls will be hoisted in the air via buckettruck and will be dropped above the practice green MCC. Each numbered golf ball will coincide with a ticket bought by YOU, and the ball that lands in the hole or closest to the pin will win half of the fundraiser proceeds, up to $1000! Tickets for the golf ball drop are $10 each and are available now in the Institutional Advancement Office. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact an IA staff member. This contest is open to the public (even if they aren’t participatin...

The UACCM Leadership and Development Institute is pleased invite you to attend our first Lunch Byte. This event will take place at our training facility in downtown Morrilton April 30th from 12-1pm. This month’s Lunch Byte will feature Chuck Crimmons, Master Gardener from the Heifer Ranch in Perryville. He will be discussing innovative ways to garden while making (and saving) money! He will also be instructing a series of upcoming gardening classes, so check him out before you commit to the class! What is a Lunch Byte? A Lunch Byte is an informational, “lunch and learn” designed to provide valuable and interesting information and while you enjoy your lunch. If you are too busy to participate in professional development or personal enrichment classes during the evenings and weekends, Lunch Bytes are the perfect solution! Why go? Meet the Leadership Development Institutes Instructors. Learn more about personal enrichment classes as well as workforce development initiatives. Ga...

Here are a couple opportunities for students and community members to travel the world and earn college credit with UACCM! The sooner you register, the cheaper it is! The next deadline for discounts on both trips is the end of this month! The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton has announced that it will offering a ten-day guided travel excursion to London, Paris, Florence, and Rome for UACCM students and members of the community. The excursion, booked through EF College Study Tours, will take place May 13-22, 2013. UACCM Art Instructor Tina Selanders Lake, of Russellville, will be the group leader for this tour and has been leading college and community tours to Europe since 2010. The travel costs for students is $3,286.00 and for adults (age 30+) the cost is $3,496.00. Monthly payment options are available. For both age groups there is also a $95.00 enrollment fee due at registration. Those who are interested should sign up before March 31, 2012 to lock in the...

Next May, UACCM Instructor Lyndsey Daniel will lead a group of students and members of the community to explore the culture and history of Great Britain : England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. Prices will increase at the end of this March, so book now. Plus, you can set up a payment plan, and the sooner you sign up, the lower the monthly payments! Follow this link for more information! http://explorica.com/My-Account/My-Tours/TourCenter.aspx?tourCenterCode=Daniel-2833 You can also earn credit hours by going on this adventure! Email caigk@uaccm.edu or Lyndsey.Daniel@uaccm.edu to find out how!!

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton is offering an opportunity for anyone who has ever wanted to learn to paint. Professional artist Lane McKinley will be teaching three separate classes at the UACCM Leadership Development Institute that will be focused on teaching participants about painting on canvas. The first class, Morning Instruction, will be for senior citizens and adults on March 15 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The second class, Friday Night Out, will be for adults on March 16 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The third class, After School, will be for children ages 7-14 on March 29 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. The prices for the classes will be $35 for Morning Instruction, $40 for Friday Night Out, and $25 for After School. Price includes canvas, paint, and brushes. For more information or to register for a canvas painting class, call 501-215-4900 or register in person at the Leadership Development Institute, 115 East Broadway in downtown Morrilton. Online registration i...

Members of the Fayetteville Shale Scholarship Fund announced a $130,000 donation today to the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton during an event at the University of Arkansas System office. As part of the announcement, the organization awarded 57 scholarships to students currently enrolled in the college’s petroleum technology program. The contribution is the largest scholarship donation in the history of the petroleum technology program. The Fayetteville Scholarship Fund is a non-profit organization made up of member companies who work in the state’s natural gas industry. The group hosts several fundraisers throughout the year to raise scholarship funds for students seeking careers in the state’s oil and natural gas industry. “The petroleum technology program at UACCM has far exceeded our expectations,” said Donnie Bates, president of the fund board. “We continue to see graduates enter the workforce with the right skills and initiative needed in our indus...

The UACCM Foundation will host the 10th annual Just Desserts fundraiser on Thursday, February 9 from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm in the Plaza and adjoining courtyard . This event features a variety of desserts, savory snacks, and musical entertainment, as well as silent and chance auctions. We also need your help! The Foundation is currently seeking donations for both desserts and silent and chance auction items. When thinking about auction items, get creative. Showcase your unique talents (sewing, woodworking, painting, pottery, photography, etc.). If you are willing to bring a dessert item, or if you or you would like to donate auction items or baked goods, please contact Mary Newsome - (501) 977-2044, newsome@uaccm.edu or Mary Clark - (501) 977-2011 or clark@uaccm.edu. This year, we have both donation forms and ticket order forms available online. If you would like to complete an electronic donation form or you prefer to pay for extra tickets with a credit card, you may go to http://www.ua...