Good morning, Fayetteville.

The U of A Honors College invites the campus and community to attend a Classics Symposium on April 2 from 5:15—7 p.m. in Gear 26 at Gearhart Hall to learn how ancient studies influence modern ideas.

Retiring professor Daniel Levine and a panel of U of A faculty and alumni will lead discussions that highlight this lasting impact.

Five U of A students went to the Eta Sigma Phi Convention at St. Olaf College in Minnesota with professor Daniel Levine.

Sophomore Charis Morasch won a Latin contest and helped Kailee Rowe get elected national treasurer—Rowe will travel to a San Francisco convention in January 2026 while the team also competed in a quiz and received travel funding.

The University of Arkansas will expand its Master of Science in supply chain management program to the Dallas area in fall 2025—offering a part-time format with all coursework online and required in-person immersion weekends—and give working professionals the chance to build skills in logistics and supply chain leadership.

The University of Arkansas is launching live online Microsoft training courses through its Global Campus Professional and Workforce Development division to build skills in Excel and Power BI—Excel classes are set for March 28, April 25, and June 6 while the Power BI course will run over three Friday sessions from April 18 to May 2, and participants earn a certificate of completion. University students, faculty, staff, and alumni can receive a 10% discount with a valid code, although space is limited.

The U of A has been awarded $750,000 from the Arkansas Department of Higher Education to launch the HIRED program — which will add two-year colleges to its data science courses and create stackable certificates; over 1,000 students will be trained to meet growing industry needs.

Karl Schubert will lead the effort as the state works to boost its data science workforce.

U.S. Rep. Steve Womack said in an interview on Sunday, March 23 that the F-35 pilot training mission at Ebbing Air Base remains on secure footing despite policy shifts while noting that funding for the academic training center still needs a solution.

He added that although he welcomes private sector advice on government efficiency and DOGE cuts at the Veterans Administration, final decisions will come from agency leaders and Congress—ensuring that both the mission and veterans’ care are protected.

AIMRC pilot project program will offer up to $50,000 for faculty research on cell and tissue metabolism in biomedical applications—proposals must be submitted by March 31st at 11:59 p.m., and awards will be made from July 1st to May 15th, 2026.

The Arkansas Razorbacks will host the annual Red-White Football Game at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 19, inside Donald W.

Reynolds Razorback Stadium with free admission and a full schedule of activities. Fans can enjoy HogTown from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—featuring live music, food vendors, Sunrise Yoga at 8 a.m., a classic car and truck show, and a post-game autograph session on the north concourse.

A Taste of Ireland

7-10 p.m. | Walton Arts Center | Tickets required | Experience a captivating performance of Irish dance and storytelling featuring world-class talent.

The Four Horsemen Tribute Concert

8 PM - 2 AM | JJ's Live | Ticket prices vary | Experience the legendary music of Metallica through the only album-quality tribute band on the planet.

Time to Paddy 5k/10k and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon

7:45-11:00 a.m. | Veterans Memorial Park | Youth 5k/10k for $15 | Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a family-friendly run featuring fun swag and a kid's dash.

West Coast Swing Dance Night

6-9 p.m. — Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar — $10 entry — Learn West Coast Swing with Keke and Phuong followed by social dancing.

Willow Avalon Live Show

8:30-11:30 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — $19.99-$74.99 — Enjoy a night of great music from Willow Avalon with Jake Kohn while sipping your favorite drinks.

Ole 60 Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy great music and drinks with friends at this all-ages event featuring Ole 60 ft. Nolan Taylor.

The Edge Effect Concert

7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Walton Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience a captivating a cappella performance that showcases diverse musical styles without the need for autotune.

VoiceJam Competition

7:30 PM — Walton Arts Center — Tickets available — Witness top vocal bands battle for the title of VoiceJam Champion with amazing performances.

Modeling Concert

7-11 PM — George's Majestic Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the cinematic, art-rock sounds of the Brogan brothers.

AR STEM Festival at University of Arkansas

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Arkansas Union — Free entry — Assist ONSC's interactive booth and explore STEM activities at this community festival.