Good morning, Fayetteville.

The College of Education and Health Professions and UA-Rich Mountain announced two new 2+2 agreements for exercise science and recreation and sport management, letting students earn an associate degree at UARM and transfer to complete bachelor’s degrees in Fayetteville this fall.

School of Law Dean Cynthia Nance will be inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame in August and will receive the ABA Robert J.

Kutak Award, recognizing her leadership and lasting impact on legal education.

IT Services encourages the campus community to check the IT Status Monitor for connectivity and service issues.

The Help Desk is available 24/7 with staff (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and updates are shared in the weekly IT newsletter and on the DevelopIT website.

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.

The Smokehouse Players Benefit Performance of On Golden Pond

1-2:30 p.m. — Ozark Mountain Smokehouse — Donations accepted — Enjoy a heartfelt performance exploring love and forgiveness in later years.

Bats and Bluegrass Festival

5-9 p.m. — Illinois River Watershed Partnership — Free admission — Experience the magical emergence of gray bats alongside live bluegrass music in a unique Ozark celebration.

Pirates of Dinosaur Island!

12-2 p.m. — Gear Gaming - Fayetteville — Bring your water bottle — Adventure awaits with pirates and dinosaurs on a tropical island!

Summer Art Workshop: Drop-In Artsy Craftsy

1-3 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Create your own masterpiece with provided art supplies in a fun drop-in session.

Bob Dylan Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan live in concert.