Joey South, second-year UACCM Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology student, has been named a 2021 New Century Workforce Scholar and will receive a $1,250 scholarship.  “Joey’s being named to this honor is a first for UACCM,” said Phi Theta Kappa advisor, Mat Herrman. “His being awarded this honor shows that all students can be acknowledged at any level – locally, regionally, or nationally – when they put forth the effort to demonstrate their best work. We are so proud of his accomplishment.” This scholarship is the first of its kind to support students at associate degree-granting institutions on a national scale as they plan to enter the workforce upon the completion of a degree or certificate. The program is sponsored by The Coca-Cola Foundation and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. New Century Workforce Scholars are selected based on their academic accomplishments, leadership, activities, and how they extend their intellectual talents beyond the classroom. Over 2,0...

The onset of the pandemic created several new challenges for students in higher education. Whether it was lack of reliable internet access, loss of income, or impacts to mental or physical health, very few remained unaffected by Covid-19. According to a recent study from the National Center for Education Statistics, 35.4 percent of undergraduate students at two-year colleges experienced financial disruption or change during the pandemic, and 8.7 percent had difficulty accessing food or paying for food.  In an effort to help students cope with financial stress, UACCM is disbursing funds from the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund of the American Rescue Plan Act directly to enrolled students.  For most students, funds will be distributed over the months of September, October, and November, with September checks being disbursed last week. Pell Grant eligible students will receive bonus checks in the amount of $350 each for a total of $1,050, and Pell Grant ineligible students...

Shamard Thomas, recent graduate of the Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) Technology program, took home silver in the nationals SkillsUSA competition for architectural drafting.  The 2021 SkillsUSA Championships were held virtually from June 14-24, 2021. Over 3,700 students from every state in the nation competed in the Championships, making it the largest skill competition in the world.   “My initial introduction with SkillsUSA was during my 10th grade year of high school when I had just begun taking architecture and architectural design seriously,” said Thomas. “The organization was introduced to my fellow peers and I on the first day of our drafting class by our teacher, Randy Wiedmaier. After learning about the organization, what they represented, and what the competitions held for my trade, I was hooked.” “Shamard was a wonderful student,” said Kristen Karetov, CADD Technology Instructor and SkillsUSA Club sponsor. She was thrilled knowing that this is the bes...

Across the nation, colleges and universities will be emphasizing campus safety during the month of September. According to the Clery Center, “In 2008, National Campus Safety Awareness Month (NCSAM) was unanimously approved by Congress to encourage a public conversation on important topics in violence prevention at our nation’s colleges and universities.” UACCM will join in the effort to educate students and employees on the importance of campus safety through several events during the month. The kick-off event is slated for September 1, 2021 at 11 a.m. in the parking lot north of the Student Union.  “This is the time set aside for all colleges in the United States to focus on campus safety for the students, faculty, and staff,” said David Hall, Senior Campus Police Officer. Campus police will provide much of the programming throughout the month, although campus safety is their priority all year round. For more about NCSAM events, download the UACCM app and check out the “Events” ta...

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton is proud to announce the Chancellor’s and Vice Chancellor’s lists of students for the spring and summer 2021 semesters. The Chancellor’s List recognizes full-time students who completed at least 12 college-level credit hours with a 4.00 grade point average. The Vice Chancellor’s List recognizes full-time students who completed at least 12 college-level credit hours with a 3.50 to 3.99 grade point average. Students named in the spring 2021 Chancellor’s List follow (in alphabetical order by city): Atkins - Kris Camp and Cameron Lane Bigelow - Rebecca Mann and Jessica Serna Casa - Aaron Sanders Clarksville - Amy Porter Clinton - Sky Davidson, Summer Davidson, Brittiny Hughes, and Jessica Isom Conway - Hallie Anderson, Amanda Baker, Thomas Brodsky, Brandon Champagne, Cathryn Collins, Alyssa Croy, Cat Forrest, Jessie Garst, Tommy Gault, Bo Harper, Jacquelyn Irby, Michael Iwamura, Emily Jones, Meghan Knotts, Amy Martin, Korey Morris, ...

UACCM Student Activities is kicking off the month of June with a 5-day social media challenge. The challenge begins June 7, and students registered for summer and/or fall classes who complete the challenge all 5 days will be entered to win a $50 Walmart gift card. Students must make one post per day on Instagram or Facebook and tag UACCM Student Activities (@uaccmsa). Each day will have a unique prompt for the social media post. Monday's prompt is "favorite spot on campus". Tuesday's prompt is "favorite class you've taken (or excited to take)". Wednesday's prompt is "favorite activity you've attended (or want to attend)". Thursday's prompt is "favorite thing about UACCM". Friday, the challenge will conclude with the prompt "advice to a new student". For any additional information about the challenge, contact coordinator of student activities Lauren Bryan at (501) 977-2142 or bryanlauren@uaccm.edu. The drawing wil...

The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton will hold open house events for its recently relocated Adult Education Centers in Clinton and Conway. Both events are open to the public. On Wed., June 2, the UACCM Adult Education Center in Clinton Open House will be at the 236 Factory Road location from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm with a ribbon-cutting at 11:30 am. During the past four years, the Clinton facility has served almost 300 students. On Thurs., June 3, the UACCM Adult Education Center in Conway Open House will be at the 1070 Markham Street location from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Conway Area Chamber of Commerce staff will be on-site for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 am. During the past four years, the Conway location has served over 2300 students with almost 200 individuals earning their GED credential. During the open houses, tours will be provided, food will be served, and door prizes will be awarded. Local radio stations will be on location conducting live breaks during ...

Photo cutline for group photo: (L to R): UACCM director of workforce development Dr. Jessica Rohlman, Rep. Rick Beck, UACCM chancellor Lisa Willenberg, Sen. Jane English, UACCM certified welding instructor/tester Zack Freeman, UA Board Trustee Morril Harriman, and Conway County Judge Jimmy Hart with UACCM spring 2021 welding graduating class. The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton (UACCM) formally announced the college's recent approval as Arkansas' only American Welding Society (AWS) Accredited Test Facility on Wed., May 12, in the Tyson Training Hall of the UACCM Workforce Training Center. UACCM is recognized as having the requirements for testing facilities, personnel, and equipment to test and qualify welders to the nationally-recognized American Welding Society (AWS) standards and commits to adhering to strict standards for welder testing and quality assurance. This accreditation authorizes UACCM to conduct AWS Welding qualification and certification te...