Happy New Year!

Happy New Year, UACCM! It's hard to believe, but 2010 is literally just a few hours away (how did that happen?) If your New Year's resolution involves furthering your education, why not give UACCM a try? Read on for more information about registration next week...

The Campus Link Blog will be on autopilot for the next several days while we gear up for the new semester, which will bring lots of new students, events, and a daily posting here on the ol' blog. So please be patient with us next week...we promise we'll do better after registration is over! In the meantime, check out the UACCM web site here or stop by and visit the handy-dandy information desk in the University Center lobby with any questions you have. 

Have a great New Year's Eve, weekend, and week. See ya in a few!

Spring 2010 registration schedule

• Students whose last names begin with the letters J through R may register from 8:00 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, January 6. The alphabetical schedule continues throughout the day on Wednesday, January 9 with students whose last names begin with the letters S through Z registering from noon to 4:00 p.m., and students whose last names begin with the letters J through Z registering from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
• Registration will continue on Thursday, January 7 with students whose last names begin with the letters A through I registering from 8:00 a.m. to noon. An open registration for all students will be from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 7. New UACCM students will be required to attend new student orientation on Monday, January 11 and Tuesday, January 12, and all classes for both new and returning students will begin on Wednesday, January 13.
• A late registration will be held on Wednesday, January 13 and Thursday, January 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A $25 late registration fee will apply for those students who register after classes begin. Students are encouraged to register as early as possible due to the extremely limited class spaces available.

Spring Registration coming up January 6

Ready to have some UACCM in your life? Regular registration for the spring 2010 semester will begin on Wednesday, January 6, 2010. All new and returning students who did not pre-register should plan to register according to the alphabetical schedule below:

• Students whose last names begin with the letters J through R may register from 8:00 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, January 6. The alphabetical schedule continues throughout the day on Wednesday, January 9 with students whose last names begin with the letters S through Z registering from noon to 4:00 p.m., and students whose last names begin with the letters J through Z registering from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
• Registration will continue on Thursday, January 7 with students whose last names begin with the letters A through I registering from 8:00 a.m. to noon. An open registration for all students will be from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 7. New UACCM students will be required to attend new student orientation on Monday, January 11 and Tuesday, January 12, and all classes for both new and returning students will begin on Wednesday, January 13.
• A late registration will be held on Wednesday, January 13 and Thursday, January 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A $25 late registration fee will apply for those students who register after classes begin. Students are encouraged to register as early as possible due to the extremely limited class spaces available.

For additional information, log on to the UACCM Web Site at www.uaccm.edu or contact the UACCM Admissions Office at (501) 977-2053 or 1-800-264-1094.

Who wants a scholarship?

With the spring semester coming up, it's as good a time as ever to search for some FREE money, right? Check out the information below on a new scholarship available to you...

The Community Action Program of Central Arkansas is offering the following scholarship opportunity for UACCM students for the Spring 2010 semester. Below are the eligibility criteria for the scholarship:

1. Students must meet poverty guidelines based on 2008 income. If the UACCM Financial Aid office does not have a copy of your income tax returns, you will have to provide a copy at the time of turning in the application to the FA office.
2. Scholarship recipients must be residents of Faulkner, White, or Cleburne counties.
3. You must be completing your desired program of study before September 30, 2010 (must graduate in spring or summer 2010). 
4. You must be enrolled in a certificate of proficiency, technical certificate or technical degree program (no AA or AS degree majors).
5. Scholarships must be applied to tuition, fees, or book charges.
6. 6. Returning and transfer students applying must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
7. Applicants are required to submit a program of study completed by their advisor, indicating your completion date as prior to September 30, 2010.A

Applications for the scholarship may be picked up in the UACCM Financial Aid Office in the University Center. Applications are due February 1, 2010. All documentation for the scholarship (application, 2008 tax returns, and program of study) must be turned in at the same time to the Financial Aid Office. 

If you have questions about this or any other scholarship, drop by the Financial Aid Office or call (501) 977-2055.

The end of the year is here!

Good afternoon, UACCM! Well, finals are over, grades are turned in, and the last day of pre-registration for the spring 2010 semester is in full swing. Speaking of grades, did you know you can check them anytime on Campus Connect? Click here to log in and see them.

Art students for the fall 2009 semester currently have their work posted on the UACCM web site. Click here to see what this talented group of students was up to over the past few months.

The practical nursing student pinning will be held this Thursday, December 17 at 4:00 pm in the UACCM Fine Arts Auditorium, followed by the December commencement ceremonies at 7:00 pm at H.B. White Auditorium at Morrilton High School. If you get a chance, stop by these events and congratulate graduates on their achievements.

Time to register for classes, Italy, and Peru!

Pre-registration for spring classes is almost over! If you haven't pre-registered yet and wish to register this Wednesday, December 16, you MUST call and make an appointment by Tuesday, December 15 at 3:30 pm. Call Jan at (501) 977-2165. Again, you MUST have an appointment in order to register on Wednesday, December 16.

If you are interested in traveling to Italy in 2011 or Peru in 2012, be sure to sign up by tomorrow in order to get a $200 discount off the tour price! For information on Italy, contact Tina Lake at lake@uaccm.edu and for information on Peru, contact Karen Caig at caig@uaccm.edu.

Book buyback is going on NOW through 5:00 pm today at the University Bookstore. Take your used books down for CA$H! Tomorrow, all Christmas items will be %50 off at the Bookstore, so get your last minute shopping done and save some money at the same time.

Today is the last day of finals! Good luck and have an amazing holiday break! Keep checking this blog, our Facebook Page, or our Twitter to keep up with us over the holidays.

Last day to order pageant pics, Peru, and get some CA$H!

Want to order pictures from the UACCM Pageant? Next Tuesday, December 15 is the last day you will be able to order them! Go to www.pedersenphotography.com to check out the pics. and place your order.

We're going to Peru! UACCM is planning a trip to Peru for May 2012. Though it seems like it's years away (technically, it is), you can receive a discounted rate and set up a payment plan NOW. If you sign up by Tuesday, December 15, you will receive a $200 discount. You need only a $95 deposit to lock in the discounted rate.

The cost for the entire 11-day trip (with the extension to the Amazon Jungle is $3293.00, including travel insurance. The monthly payment on Auto Pay is only $206 per month. If you're interested, contact Karen Caig at caig@uaccm.edu or click here.

Finally, it's book buyback time! It's time to end the semester with some extra cash, so bring your used books to the University Bookstore today until 4:00 pm and Monday, December 14 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and spend the weekend with more money in your pocket. See you at the bookstore!  

UACCM Announces Upcoming Graduates

UACCM will hold its December commencement exercises on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 7:00 pm in the H.B. White Auditorium on the Morrilton High School campus. Former UACCM student and graduate Renee Gabbard will serve as the keynote speaker during commencement. Family and friends of graduates are invited to attend. There are 265 candidates for graduation. Congratualtions to all graduates!

Candidates for graduation from UACCM include (with hometown, award and major listed):

Cleburne County Residents: Dustin Davis of Heber Springs, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Austin L. Dotson of Greers Ferry, Associate of Applied Science, Technical Certificate, and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Christopher K. Human of Greers Ferry, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Melissa G. Wilson of Quitman, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology

Conway County Residents: Amanda C. Allred of Morrilton, Associate of Arts in General Education; Eric S. Benson of Springfield, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Christopher L. Bishop of Plumerville, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Micheal D. Bittle of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding; Mechele Brockman of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Kimberly Caldwell of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Jon A. Chadek of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Nicole E. Chenault of Plumerville, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Jennifer N. Clifton of Springfield, Associate of General Studies; Jalisa J. Criswell of Morrilton, Associate of Arts in General Education; Amberly K. Erwin of Morrilton, Associate of General Studies; Timothy D. Evans of Morrilton, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Jacqueline R. Fisher of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Phyllis A. Fletcher of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Dietary Management; Kellie Flowers of Center Ridge, Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technician; Portia B. Flowers of Center Ridge; Associate of Arts in Business; Hollie Fryer of Morrilton, Associate of Arts in General Education; Kathleen Gangluff of Hattieville, Technical Certificate in Early Childhood Development; Elizabeth R. Gifford of Springfield, Associate of Arts in General Education; Bridget Nicole Gray of Plumerville, Associate of Arts in General Education; Natasha Gullett of Hattieville, Associate of General Studies; Taylor W. Halbrook of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Lee Hayes of Plumerville, Certificate of Proficiency in petroleum Technology; Karle E. Hensley of Springfield, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Donald P. Higgins, Jr. of Morrilton, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate on Surveying; Victoria V. Jackson of Springfield, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Sheri L. Jones of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Sarah K. Killins of Jerusalem, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Melissa Kinslow of Plumerville, Technical Certificate in Business; Kimberly Mahan of Center Ridge, Associate of Applied Science in Business Office Technology; Jack E. L. Martin of Oppelo, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding; Jessica McClelland of Jerusalem, Associate of Applied Science in Accounting; Bradley T. Miller of Springfield, Associate of Applied Science, Technical Certificate, and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Les Miller of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Keaunna M. Moore of Morrilton, Associate of Arts in General Education; Erin K. Morris of Hattieville, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Suzanne C. Morris of Hattieville, Associate of Applied Science in Retail Marketing; Jessica A. Morton of Center Ridge, Associate of General Studies, Certificate of General Studies, and Certificate of Proficiency in Practical Nursing; Jacqueline Murray of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Development; Ricky L. Neal of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Kimberly D. Peacock of Morrilton, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Drafting; Sandra L. Potts of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Brittany Roberson of Morrilton, Associate of Arts in General Education; Michael Roberts of Morrilton, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Ashley Robin of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Nursing Assisting; Jeremy Ruff of Morrilton, Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology; Daniel Sawyer of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Daniel Sawyer of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Diane L. Smith of Morrilton, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Heather D. Spires of Hattieville, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Kristy M. Surratt of Morrilton, Certificate of Proficiency in petroleum Technology; Ashley D. Taylor of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; James D. Taylor of Jerusalem, Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design; Suzette C. Taylor of Springfield, Associate of Arts in General Education; Jacquelyn A. Thomas of Morrilton, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Tennie Thompson of Hattieville, Certificate of Proficiency in Nursing Assisting; Jeremy H. Tindall of Morrilton, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Tony Wiley of Morrilton, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Lindsay J. Wofford of Morrilton, Associate of Arts in General Education; William T. Zachary of Solgohachia, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding

Drew County Resident: Jarrod Majors of Monticello, Certificate of Proficiency on Petroleum Technology

Faulkner County Residents: Renee L. Abernathy of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Pipe Welding; Dylan S. Adams of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding; Kimberly M. Adams of Mayflower, Certificate of Proficiency in Dietary Management; Stephen J. Anderson of Conway, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Chance J. Armstrong of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology and Technical Certificate in Automotive Technology; Kristopher B. Asbury of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Kaylee A. Bailey of Conway, Associate of Arts in Business; Crystal A. Baker of Conway, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Justin Ballheimer of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Frank L. Bates of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Adam Betts of Greenbrier, Associate of Arts in Business; Aaron T. Black of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Darris L. Bowling of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Michael J. Bridges of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Heather Nichole Broom of Greenbrier, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Deborah K. Cameron of Conway, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Mallory M. Case of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design and Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Drafting; Angela J. Chastain of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Kimberly D. Collier of Greenbrier, Associate of Arts in General Education; Brandy R. Cook-Dyer of Conway, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Kasey O. Cooper of Mayflower, Associate of Arts in General Education; Tommy J. Cothren of Mayflower, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Clinton L. Crye of Conway, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Kevin Doolin of Conway, Associate of Applied Science, Technical Certificate, and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Britaney Drinkwine of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Pipe Welding; Kaylea D. Dworshak of Mayflower, Associate of Arts in General Education; Searcy M. Elrod of Greenbrier, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Rose A. Elsinger of Vilonia, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Bradley D. English of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Michael D. Gilbow of Greenbrier, Associate of Arts in Business; Nicholas Golleher of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Alisha N. Gray of Conway, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Amber R. Griffin of Conway, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Kathleen J. Hall of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Sherry A. Hice-Harmon, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Scott L. Heath of Vilonia, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Jared C. Hogan of Conway, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Jessica L. Hoover of Greenbrier, Associate of General Studies; Rachel M. Horton of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Accounting; Joseph L. Huckabay of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Jessica A. Crisco-Hughes, Associate of General Studies and Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Carrol A. Jacob of Mayflower, Associate of Arts in General Education; Michael S. Johnson of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Rachel Jones of Conway, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Elizabeth D. Kelley of Conway, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts and Associate of Arts in General Education; Samuel J. Kelley of Greenbrier, Associate of Arts in General Education; Michael S. Kemp of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technician; Marlene L. Kessler of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Mary P. Krisell of Greenbrier, Associate of Arts in General Education; Brianna K. Lambe of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Michael S. Lindsey of Conway, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Dylan Long of Greenbrier, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Byron M. Mabry of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; John R. Martinez, Jr. of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Kimberly L. McPherson of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Rustin C. Miller of Conway, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Cory M. Moix of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Daniel J. Moix of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Wesley Montgomery of Conway, Associate of Arts in Art; Candace Morgan of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Robert A. Mouser of Conway, Associate of Arts in Business; Allison Muller of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Sydney M. Murphy of Menifee, Associate of Arts in General Education; Kaitlyn B. Neal of Mayflower, Associate of Arts in General Education; Kristina D. Ong of Conway, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Jenna Pruitt of Conway, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Brandon L. Reeves of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design; Jordan A. Riley of Vilonia, Associate of Arts in Business; Pennie A. Robertson of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Dietary Management; Marisa Robinson of Greenbrier, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Myka M. Shadle of Conway, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Rebecca L. Shearer of Conway, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Adam Z. Simkins of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Katherine Simmons of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Lance Albert Simpson of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Kyle R. Smith of Vilonia, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Melissa A. Smith of Greenbrier, Associate of Arts in Business; Rachael Smith of Conway, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Susan H. Smith of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Dietary Management; Tate R. Smith of Conway, Associate of Applied Science, Technical Certificate, and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Christopher S. Spencer of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Christopher L. Stillman of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Brandon Stocks of Vilonia, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Mary R. Strack of Conway, Associate of Arts in Business; Tiffany M. Sutton of Conway, Technical Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Mark R. Traffanstedt of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Lindsay N. Turnage of Conway, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Kim D. Vinacco of Greenbrier, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Michael S. Walker of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Angela R. Washington of Conway, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Nigel D. Watkins of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Krystalyn G. Williams of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education and Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Justin Wisniewski of Mayflower, Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Derek C. Wofford of Conway, Associate of Arts in General Education; Randi D. Worm of Conway, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Kiki J. Wright of Conway, Certificate of Proficiency in Dietary Management

Jefferson County Resident: Zachary D. Smith of Pine Bluff, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology

Johnson County Residents: Edwin M. Castillo of Clarksville, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Edgar V. Garcia of Clarksville, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Paul T. Hampton of Clarksville, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Rolana P. Havener of Lamar, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Jose S. Jimenez of Clarksville, Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Mariano Pena of Clarksville, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology

Logan County Residents: Lisa D. Burrow of Paris, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Andrew C. Townsend of Paris, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Anthony C. Wooten of Delaware, Technical Certificate in Welding and Certificate of Proficiency in Pipe Welding

Lonoke County Residents: Timothy E. Frazier of Cabot, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Christopher T. Harvey of Cabot, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology

Perry County Residents: Dawna K. Byrd of Bigelow, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Christina M. Fennell of Adona, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Jason D. Hatfield of Perryville, Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design; Alicia D. Hill of Houston, Associate of Applied Science in Business Office Technology and Technical Certificate in Business; John D. Laubhan of Perry, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Jessica D. McGehee of Casa Certificate of Proficiency in Nursing Assisting; Jennifer L. McGinty of Bigelow, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Leah A. Pierson of Houston, Associate of Arts in General Education; Gary R. Pulliam of Cleveland, Technical Certificate in Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology; Christina M. Tracy of Perryville, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Stacy R. Tucker of Perryville, Associate of General Studies; Joy L. Warner of Cleveland, Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technician; Trisha Wewer of Perryville, Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technician

Pope County Residents: Talon M. Anderson of Hector, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Cordelia N. Andrews of Perryville, Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Sherry Boren of Russellville, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Lana Cornwell of Russellville, Associate of General Studies and Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Corene M. Dovers of Atkins, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Jennifer L. Enos of Dover, Associate of General Studies; Robin E. Fredrick of Atkins, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding; Guy A. Freeling of Russellville, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Sharie A. Grimes of Russellville, Associate of Applied Science in Accounting; Joshua A. Holbrook of Pottsville, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Tim Hughes of Russellville, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding; Rhea Jackson of Atkins, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Barbara J. Jenkins; Certificate of Proficiency in Dietary Management; Bradley J. Lautsch of Dover, Certificate of Proficiency on Petroleum Technology; Tonya A. M. Mackie of Dover, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Fred D. Martin of Russellville, Technical Certificate in Petroleum Technology; Andrew McCollum of Russellville, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Megan M. Millsaps of Atkins, Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technician; Joseph Ponder of Russellville, Technical Certificate in Welding and Certificate of Proficiency in Pipe Welding; Tracey L. Race of Atkins, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Amanda Renard of Russellville, Technical Certificate in Business; Brandie D. Spozio of London, Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Development; Krystal D. Tackett of Dover, Associate of Applied Science in Retail Marketing; Clayton D. Titsworth of Pottsville, Technical Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Joshua L. Treas of Russellville, Associate of General Studies and Technical Certificate in practical Nursing; Jennifer Warren of Atkins, Associate of Applied Science in Business Office Technology; Meri E. Webb of Atkins, Technical Certificate in Business; Jason A. Whitbey of Russellville, Associate of Applied Science in Retail Marketing; Beatrice White of Dover, Technical Certificate ion Practical Nursing; Jarrod Willfond of Atkins, Certificate of Proficiency in Pipe Welding; Twylia D. Woodall of Russellville, Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technology; Jordan M. Worley of Russellville, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology

Pulaski County Residents: Ezri L. Davis of Little Rock, Technical Certificate in Welding and Certificate of Proficiency in Pipe Welding; Kaylie Phillips of North Little Rock, Associate of Arts in General Education; Christie Reddin of Jacksonville, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; James B. Stone of Little Rock, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology

Saline County Resident: Daniel Carson of Benton, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology

Searcy County Residents: Halen D. Harris of Marshall, Associate of Applied Science and Technical Certificate in Surveying; Jonathan Jaeger of Leslie, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Teresa M. Vickers of Harriet, Associate of Arts in Business

Van Buren County Residents: Shawna Andrews of Scotland, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Timothy Boggs of Shirley, Certificate of Proficiency in Networking Technology; Jordan Bradford of Fairfield Bay, Associate of Arts in General Education; Shauna M. Bradford of Damascus, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Mickey W. Bramlett of Shirley, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Laura M. Breedlove of Clinton, Technical Certificate in Business; Sarah E. Burrows of Damascus, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Amber D. Casley of Houston, Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Heather R. Edens of Clinton, Associate of Arts in Business; Sawyer Hall of Damascus, Technical Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; Billy Hensley of Shirley, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts and Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Aaron Howard of Clinton, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in petroleum Technology; Justin Higgins of Clinton, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Zachary Hutchins of Bee Branch, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Joshua E. Lawson of Shirley, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Shelly R. Norris of Clinton, Associate of Arts in General Education; Jeffery Pistole of Clinton, Associate of Arts in General Education; Wendy L. Shaw of Clinton, Associate of Applied Science in Retail Marketing; Dustin T. Smith of Clinton, Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Collision Repair Technology; John A. Torres of Fairfield Bay, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Judy A. Vint of Greers Ferry, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Wendy Wagner of Shirley, Associate of Applied Science in Accounting; Michael G. Williams of Damascus, Technical Certificate in Welding and Certificate of Proficiency in Pipe Welding; Jessica L. Woods of Choctaw, Associate of Arts in General Education

White County Resident: Kendall W. Chasteen of Judsonia, Technical Certificate and Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology; Christopher Cypert of Searcy, Associate of Applied Science in Petroleum Technology; Deborah M. Martin of Beebe, Associate of Science in Liberal Arts; Amanda Pearce of Enola, Associate of General Studies and Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing

Yell County Residents: Laurie A. Brand of Belleville, Certificate of Proficiency in Emergency Medical Technician; Magen R. Cunningham of Dardanelle, Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Development; Rebecca Ellis of Ola, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Jessica W. Lawhon of Dardanelle, Associate of General Studies and Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing; Matt K. Millard of Dardanelle, Certificate of General Studies; Matthew Sanchez of Dardanelle, Certificate of Proficiency in Welding; Lisa A. Simington of Plainview, Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing; Antonio H. Tamayo of Dardanelle, Technical Certificate in Automotive Collision repair Technology; Bridgett Wheeler of Danville, Associate of Applied Science in Accounting

Oklahoma Resident: Robert L. Priddy of Roland, OK, Certificate of Proficiency in Petroleum Technology

Finally, finals are here

Good morning, UACCM. It's finals time! That means it's time to study up and finish out the semester, but it also means some free food is coming your way! Student Government Association is providing cookies and other goodies in Union Station in the Kirk Building, and free popcorn is hot and fresh in the University Center lobby all day long.

So stop in and fill up...who can concentrate on a test with an empty stomach anyway, right?

Head down to the University Bookstore today to enjoy 25% off of Aromatique candles & potpourri, stuffed animals, and Baekguard Leather Goods!  

Be sure to check the upcoming dates over to the left. There's some important stuff about to happen (like graduation)!  

UACCM Library: "We need your stuff!"

Here's a note from the UACCM Library:

Just a reminder that all materials from the E. Allen Gordon Library are due on December 14. Students should return any books that they have to the library or drop them in the book return just outside the library entrance. At semester's end, the names of all students who have not returned items checked out from the library will be forwarded to the business office, where a hold will be placed on their record. Any student with a hold on their record cannot register for the upcoming semester, get financial aid, or get a transcript. Avoid the mess and please return all materials by December 14!

Don't forget about the Christmas sale going on at the University Bookstore NOW and the book buy back coming up this Friday and next Monday!

Good luck with finals!

Save $$$ on UACCM Gear and Bring a Coat for a Kid

Today marks the beginning of the "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" sale at the University Bookstore! See last week's post here to check out what's on sale.

Don't forget to bring a new or slightly used coat to the bookstore for the "Coats for Kid's" charity and be entered for a chance to win one of two $25 gift certificates to the bookstore.

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas at the UACCM Bookstore

Need to pick up some gifts for friends or family? Here's your chance to score some UACCM gear at great prices! The "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas" Sale at the University Bookstore starts next week! Here's what to expect during the sale:

• Monday, December 7: 25-30% off select Christmas items, travel mugs, jewelry, and picture frames
• Tuesday, December 8: 30-50% off clothing, hats, Vera Bradley
• Wednesday, December 9: 25% off Aromatique candles & potpourri, stuffed animals, Baekguard leather goods
• Thursday, December 10: 30% off Burt's Bees, World of Good, Luminary Graphics
• Tuesday, December 15: 50% off all Christmas items
• Wednesday, December 16: 50% off all Christmas items

Book Buyback is coming up! The semi-annual Book Buyback at the University Bookstore is coming up on Friday, December 11 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Monday, December 14 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. They'll take your books anytime, but they're worth most on these dates! Be sure to bring all the cd's, instructional manuals, etc. that came with your books.

See you at the Bookstore!

Thursday, December 3 Class Cancelations & Luminaries

Happy Thursday! Here's a class cancelation today:

• Danny Gifford (air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration technology) is out today, and his classes are canceled.

Don't forget about this free event tonight:

Luminaries tomorrow evening...entrance/exit changes

As you may already know, tomorrow evening is our annual "Night of Luminaries" free holiday event here at UACCM. The event begins at 6:00 pm and features nearly 2,000 candle-lit paper bags spread across campus, free refreshments, a free gift for each child attending, and Santa himself. Please stop by and check out this fun event that helps usher in the holiday season.

Just a quick note about the entrances/exits available on campus during the event:

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS WITH THURSDAY EVENING CLASSES:

• For the safety of Night of Luminaries volunteers and patrons, traffic through campus will be one-way beginning at 5:00 pm. Outside traffic is asked to enter campus using the Bruce Street Entrance on the east end of campus and exit through the newest University Boulevard exit on the far west end of campus.
• The main University Boulevard entrance will be closed completely to thru traffic beginning shortly after 4:30 pm on Thursday. Those leaving the University Center/BTC parking lot after this time will need to use the newest University Boulevard exit, located west of the University Center.
• Please do not enter campus using the newest University Boulevard entrance. A portion of the entrance will be blocked off.
• Please do not exit campus using the Bruce Street exit. A portion of the exit will also be blocked off.

Thank you for your cooperation with Night of Luminaries! We hope to see you there!

Christmas Choir Concert this Sunday!

During this special time of year, what better way to get into the spirit than enjoying an afternoon of classic and modern Christmas carols performed by a choir? The UACCM Choir is presenting a special holiday concert at 2:30 pm this Sunday, December 6 in the Fine Arts Auditorium which is free and open to the community.

The program will feature the UACCM Choir, Soundscape group, voice students, and a surprise guest performing songs including everything from favorite well known carols to selections from “The Nutcracker” and everything in-between. Concessions will be available for purchase and will include Christmas cookies and other treats, hot cocoa, sodas, and more, with proceeds benefitting the UACCM Music Society.

The event will be entertaining for the entire family and will definitely put attendees in the Christmas spirit. The UACCM Choir is composed of UACCM students and is under the direction of Shannah Cummings. For more information, contact Cummings at (501) 977-2198 or at cummings@uaccm.edu.

Wednesday, December 2 Class Cancelation and News

Here's one class cancelation for this cold, rainy Wednesday:

• Danny Gifford (air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration technology instructor) is out today, and his classes are canceled.

Don't forget about Big $$$ Bingo today from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in Union Station. It's FREE to play for some great prizes like cash an iPod, and a netbook. Bring a new, unwapped toy with you today for "Stuff the Sleigh" and receive a second Bingo card to double your chances to win. Faculty and staff can also play for free with the donation of a toy.

More to come throughout the day...

SGA Reminders...

Here are a couple of reminders from your UACCM Student Government Association about some events coming up:

B-I-N-G-O for Big $$$

SGA announces "BIG MONEY BINGO" on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Union Station from 10:00am to 1:00pm!

Game/prize schedule:
10:00am $20 CASH
10:10am UACCM Zebra Hoodie
10:20am Bookstore Gift Pack
10:30am $20 CASH
10:40am I-Pod Nano MP3 player (this game will be a cover-all!)
-short break-
11:00am $20 CASH
11:10am UACCM Camouflage Hoodie
11:20am Bookstore Gift Pack
11:30am UACCM Zebra Hoodie
11:40am Kodak EasyShare Digital Camera (this game will be cover-all)
-short break-
12:00pm $20 CASH
12:10pm UACCM Camouflage Hoodie
12:20pm Bookstore Gift Pack
12:30pm $20 CASH
12:40pm DELL Nickelodeon SLIME Green Netbook (this game will be cover-all)

Students: bring your STUDENT ID to play free!

Also, Donating a TOY to "STUFF THE SLEIGH" will earn you an additional BINGO card for two chances to WIN each game!

Faculty/staff: Donate a TOY to "STUFF THE SLEIGH" and you also qualify to play for all games and prizes listed above!

Stuff The Sleigh

Please Remember: UACCM SGA is accepting donations of NEW UNWRAPPED TOYS
in the SGA Office in Union Station for "STUFF THE SLEIGH!"

Please help give to the foster children in Arkansas!