by Jeremy Battjes | Dec 3, 2024 | From the VC
As I reflect on the Fall semester, I’m continuously reminded of how thankful I am for the great team we have in the Division of Student Affairs. This Division considers the student in every aspect of the work we do. The Pat Walker Health Center has been providing...
by Jeremy Battjes | Oct 29, 2024 | From the VC
Staff Appreciation Week occurred in the month of October and we enjoyed celebrating our staff during breakfast and at one of our quarterly All-Calls. I continue to witness and hear about the individual ways our staff help students get through their day to day,...
by Jeremy Battjes | Sep 27, 2024 | From the VC, Uncategorized
What an incredible first 6 weeks to the semester, with an array of offerings to help students find community and acclimate to the college academic environment. I’ve enjoyed stopping by programs and unit spaces. We held our first annual Razorback Safety Festival on a...
by Jeremy Battjes | Aug 28, 2024 | From the VC
What a fantastic start to the Fall semester! This time of year is packed with excitement. So much goes into moving students into residence halls, welcoming back student leaders and transitioning them into their roles, educating new faculty on Student Affairs...
by Jeremy Battjes | Apr 28, 2024 | From the VC
It may be the end of the semester, but we have a jam-packed issue for you this month. From the Great American Eclipse viewing event on campus to building renovations to the tenth anniversary of the What Were You Wearing exhibit, and a short readership survey, there is...
by Jeremy Battjes | Apr 2, 2024 | From the VC
The University set a record overall retention rate for U of A freshmen from fall 2023 to spring 2024 of 95%. This is an increase of nearly 1% from the previous year, and the biggest increase since 2020. One of the programs that contributed to this success is Freshman...