Good morning, Fayetteville.

U of A staff have published a chapter in NAFSA’s digital book on using data to spot student problems before they grow.

Their work uses grades and fees as clues to help office staff reach out to students in need — a method that could guide other schools.

Arkansas Folk and Traditional Arts is accepting applications for its statewide apprenticeship program to fund mentor artist and apprentice teams with up to $3,000.

Teams must submit an intent to apply by Monday, Aug. 31 — a chance for preserving local artistic traditions.

The University of Arkansas may pause email deliveries of News Brief and Arkansas Impact during summer if news submissions are low; normal weekly updates will resume in August and all university news remains available on news.uark.edu (for campus and external subscribers).

U of A students earned top academic honors on the Chancellor's and Dean's Lists this spring—undergraduates earned a 4.0 GPA while law students met their minimum grade requirement.

The lists are available on the university webpage.

The U of A released COACHE Faculty Survey results that gauge faculty satisfaction and identify areas needing improvement; the survey, conducted in 2025 with the Harvard Graduate School of Education, has guided action plans for each academic unit (detailed results are available on the survey webpage).

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.

I LOVE R&B Party

8-11 p.m. — Ozark Music Hall — From $22.29 — Experience the ultimate celebration of R&B with throwbacks, dance floors, and good vibes.

Rock 101 Camp

9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — School of Rock — Tuition required — A fun-filled week of music exploration for budding rockstars aged 8-11.