UCA Human Resources

03/23/2026

🍇March is National Nutrition Month🍎🍏

At UCA, we believe that healthy employees are the heart of our success. 💙 This National Nutrition Month, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting your wellness journey. From nutritious workplace snacks to wellness workshops, we’re dedicated to fostering a healthy and vibrant community.

Let’s make health a priority together! 🌱

03/20/2026

🌸🌼 Happy First Day of Spring! 🌼🌸

Dear UCA Family,
Spring is finally here! A season of renewal, growth, and new beginnings. At UCA, we are proud to foster a vibrant community where every team member contributes to our collective success and innovation.

As we embrace this season of fresh energy, we want to thank our incredible staff and faculty for your dedication and passion. Your hard work makes UCA a special place to learn, grow, and thrive.
Here's to a spring filled with new opportunities, collaboration, and success. Let’s make this season our best one yet!

Wishing everyone a vibrant and inspiring spring ahead! 🌞🌷

03/20/2026

The HR Department wishes all students and faculty/staff a fun, safe, and relaxing spring break! Whether you're traveling, staying local, or taking some well-deserved time off, remember to prioritize safety, rest, and fun.

✨ Tips for a great spring break:

Take time to relax and recharge
Connect with friends and family
Explore new hobbies or destinations

Enjoy your spring break, and we look forward to seeing you refreshed and ready to go! 🚀

03/19/2026

🐻 Welcome to the Team! 🐻

A big thank you to everyone who attended our New Staff Orientation today, March 11, 2026. We're excited to introduce our new hires who are ready to make a difference! 🙌✨

Check out these talented individuals who are joining us on this journey. Welcome aboard! 🚀

03/17/2026

🍀✨ Happy St. Patrick's Day from the UCA HR Team! ✨🍀

Wishing everyone a day filled with luck, laughter, and a little bit of magic! May your day be as bright as a pot of gold and your heart as warm as a shamrock. 🍀🌈🌟

Celebrate with kindness, joy, and a sprinkle of Irish charm! 🍀💚

03/12/2026

🎓 Ready to take the next step in your career? UCA is here to support your educational goals with an 80% tuition discount for full-time employees, spouses, and dependents pursuing undergraduate degrees. Plus, a dedicated graduate degree discount for full-time employees and spouses!

Enjoy flexibility, support, and real savings—all at UCA.

🌟 Don’t wait—start turning your goals into reality today!

Apply now ➡️ www.jobs.uca.edu

03/11/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Debbie Dailey named dean of the UCA College of Education.

The University of Central Arkansas has announced that Dr. Debbie Dailey has been selected as dean of the UCA College of Education following a national search.

“Dr. Dailey has guided the College of Education through a period of significant transition, bringing steady leadership to the complex work of educator preparation, state-level policy and accreditation,” UCA Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs Michael Hargis said. “As dean, she will continue to build on that foundation by championing student success, supporting faculty, strengthening partnerships and advancing the quality and reach of the college.

“Her vision for the college is rooted in people, and in creating the conditions where both educators and students can thrive.”

Over the past 13 years, Dailey has served UCA as a faculty member, chair of the Department of Teaching and Learning, interim associate dean and interim dean. Before entering higher education, she spent 20 years in K-12 classrooms and schools. Those experiences continue to shape her deep commitment to educators and the students they serve.

Dailey earned a Bachelor of Science in Education in Biology and a Master of Science in Education in Biology from Arkansas State University, a graduate certificate in Gifted and Talented Education from Harding University, and a Doctor of Education from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

03/11/2026

As part of Day of Giving, alumni, students, faculty, staff, parents, friends and family members are challenged to donate any amount during the 24-hour campaign to support the university. By raising funds from this event, the university can support a wide range of programs, providing assistance for both students and faculty with academic opportunities, financial assistance and more.

Go Bears!!!

On March 12, help us grow support for your favorite scholarship, college, department or student organization by participating in Day of Giving.