Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville architect built a new Fine Arts Center at the University of Arkansas that once showcased Edward Hopper's 'Nighthawks' painting (part of a design legacy linked to Edward Durell Stone).

The modern center highlights a continued local commitment to art and innovation.

Junior Lillyanna Gigerich won the Groundwork Award at the Enclothe fashion show after U of A Libraries helped her research mental health topics and fashion design (with guidance from Kariah Brust), which shaped her project on suicide awareness.

The College of Education and Health Professions recognized over 100 students for academic success at its annual awards ceremony today on campus; awards such as the Presidential Scholar Award and the Hotz Awards honored students from every degree program (celebrating consistent effort and achievement).

U of A student Satchel Flammang earned the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship, one of 21 chosen from 3,100 applicants, and will head to Europe this fall to study biomembrane science at universities in Germany, France & Italy.

On May 7, the Phi Beta Kappa chapter at U of A inducted 94 new members at Hillside Auditorium; each inductee received a certificate and cords to honor their academic achievements, while two graduates (Leen Samman and Sam Sooter) were recognized as Distinguished Scholars with plans for further studies.

U of A's ARC Lab (AI and Robots for Connection) director Marco Dehnert is studying how humans connect with technology through experiments with social robots and research on grieving and romantic AI interactions.

The lab is recruiting new students for independent study credit.

U of A Club Sports concluded a 2025–26 season with national tournament appearances and championships across multiple sports (ice hockey, rugby, lacrosse, and golf), showcasing the strength of over 900 student-athletes and 25 club teams.

The program continues to grow its leadership and community engagement on campus.

Chefs in the Garden

5:00–8:30 p.m. — Botanical Garden of the Ozarks — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful evening of culinary creativity amid beautiful garden scenery.

Coheed and Cambria Concert

10 a.m.–9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — $70/ea — Experience a day filled with music from the iconic band Coheed and Cambria.

Bingo Loco Music Trivia Night

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — 21+ event — Experience a high-energy, interactive bingo night filled with music trivia, dance-offs, and exciting prizes.

Emmanuel Cortes Live

7-10 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Tickets start at $93 — Emmanuel Cortes promises an unforgettable live performance in Fayetteville.

Irish Session

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Folk School of Fayetteville / Fayetteville Roots — Free entry — A lively gathering of musicians where Irish tunes and songs are played in harmony.

Summer Reading Kickoff!

9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with fun activities, food, and performances for all ages.

Big K.R.I.T. Album Release Event

10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — Cost info unavailable — Celebrate the release of Big K.R.I.T.'s new album '4eva Is A Mighty Long Time'.

Nike Volleyball Camp at University of Arkansas

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — University Recreation + Wellness — $455 — A girls volleyball camp for ages 10-14 focusing on skill development and leadership.

AdventureCon 2026: Board Game and Tabletop Convention

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Rogers Convention Center — $10 – $85 — A family-friendly gathering filled with over 300 games for board game enthusiasts of all ages.