University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas (U of A, UArk, or UA) is a public land-grant research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas.[5] It is the flagship[6] campus of the University of Arkansas System. Founded as Arkansas Industrial University in 1871, classes were first held in 1872, with its present name adopted in 1899.
Former names
The university campus consists of 378 buildings spread across 512 acres (2.07 km2) of land in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Some well known architecture on campus includes Old Main, the first permanent academic building erected. It offers over 200 academic programs.[7] As of Fall 2023, total enrollment was 32,140.[8] The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity" and had spent $164.4 million on research in FY 2021.[9][10][11]
The University of Arkansas's athletic teams, the Arkansas Razorbacks, compete in NCAA Division I as members of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) with eight men's teams and eleven women's teams in thirteen sports. The university is known for its traditions, including Calling the Hogs at sports events, and the Senior Walk, more than 4 miles (6.4 km)[8] of campus sidewalk etched with the names of all UA graduates since 1871.
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Greek life[edit]
There are dozens of fraternities and sororities on campus. 31% of University of Arkansas students participate in Greek Life.
Though neither attended the university, both President Bill Clinton and presidential nominee Hillary Clinton taught at the university's law school in the early 1970s. The house where they lived in Fayetteville is now a historic site and museum.[111]
The University of Arkansas Alumni Association operates chapters in 30 states throughout the United States.[112] Throughout the university's history, faculty, alumni, and former students have played prominent roles in many different fields. Among its Distinguished Alumni is Ricardo Martinelli, former president of the Republic of Panama from 2009 to 2014.[113] Seventeen Arkansas graduates have held the position of governor, including the former Governor of Arkansas Asa Hutchinson.[114][115][116] Twenty-six University of Arkansas graduates have also represented the state of Arkansas in the United States House of Representatives, including at least one in every Congress from the start of the 57th Congress in 1901 to 2009.[117][118][119] Six Arkansas graduates have also held at least one US Senate seat from Arkansas since 1945. From 1979 to 2003, both seats were held by Arkansas graduates: the late J. William Fulbright[120] and current US Senator John Boozman.[121]
Arkansas alumni have also become prominent in the music world. Singer songwriter Ben Rector graduated from The University of Arkansas in 2009.[122] A notable single of his includes "Brand New", which was featured in the trailer for the Nicholas Sparks film The Choice.[123][124]
Arkansas alumni have made contributions to the business world and academia. These alumni include Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.[125] Other Arkansas business alumni include executives of major corporations like S. Robson Walton of Wal-Mart, Scott T. Ford of Alltel, and Ed Wilson of Fox Broadcasting Company & Tribune Broadcasting.[126][127][128][129][130] Other Arkansas alumni have also held chancellor and president positions at numerous universities, including John Tyler Caldwell, who served as the chancellor of North Carolina State University, and Ray Thornton, who served as president of Arkansas State University.[131][132]
Arkansas alumni have also made contributions to professional sports. Arkansas Razorbacks have moved on to play in the NFL, NBA, WNBA, and MLB. Notable alumni in the world of sports include MLB Cy Young Award winning pitcher Cliff Lee and seven-time NBA All Star Joe Johnson.[133][134] Others former Razorbacks include 10 Olympians who have won 14 Olympic medals including Mike Conley, Sr. who won Olympics medals at the 1984 and 1992 Olympics.[135][136] Eight Pro Football Hall of Famers including Dan Hampton attended the University of Arkansas.[137]
Bronze Razorback donated by Alpha Delta Pi sorority
The Arkansas Union
Chi Omega Greek Theater
Mullins Library
The Fulbright Peace Fountain
Gearhart Hall (formerly Ozark Hall)
Spoofer's Stone
Leflar Law Center
Clinton School of Public Service
Tri Delta Clock
Faulkner Center for the Performing Arts
Vol Walker Hall
Carnall Hall
Old Main, original building at UA
