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Band Director To Tour With Legendary Bands
Courtesy of Media Services MONTICELLO — The architect of the nationally-renowned jazz program at the University of Arkansas at Monticello is taking a summer break to tour with a pair of legendary big bands that had their starts in the 1930s. Gary Meggs, director of UAM’s Jazz Band I, is touring with the Harry James … Read more
Students Present Research At National Conference
Courtesy of Media Services MONTICELLO — Five University of Arkansas at Monticello students recently braved a late spring snowstorm to present their original research at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research, held at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The UAM students who attended were Daniel Degges of Hamburg, a junior majoring in history and political … Read more
Bankston Hall Taking On New Look
Courtesy of Media Services MONTICELLO — When upperclassmen return to the University of Arkansas at Monticello in August, those who lived in Bankston Hall and plan to live there again won’t recognize the building they left in May. Built in 1968 as a men’s residence hall, the 45-year-old structure is getting a complete makeover this … Read more
Supplement To Academic Challenge Scholarship Offered
Courtesy of Media Services MONTICELLO — The University of Arkansas at Monticello will provide a $500 scholarship for the fall semester as a supplement to the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship, according to Mary Whiting, director of admissions. The $500 scholarship will be available to each incoming freshman who has graduated from an Arkansas high school … Read more
UAM To Host Third Annual Read, Write, Paint-A-Lot-Day Camp
Courtesy of Media Services MONTICELLO — The School of Education at the University of Arkansas at Monticello will host its third annual “Read, Write and Paint-A-Lot Day Camp” for third and fourth graders Aug. 1-2 in the art classroom at Monticello High School. The one-day camp for third graders will be Thursday, Aug. 1. Fourth … Read more
UAM Band Camps Scheduled
Courtesy of Media Services MONTICELLO — The Division of Music at the University of Arkansas at Monticello will host four summer band camps in June and July. Camps include a beginner camp June 9-14, junior high camp June 16-21, high school camp June 23-28 and jazz camp July 15-18. Each camp will present public concerts … Read more
UAM Sports Association Begins Annual Membership Drive
Courtesy of Brian Ramsey MONTICELLO — The University of Arkansas at Monticello Department of Athletics is beginning its annual UAM Sports Association Membership Drive with more levels of giving and more member benefits than ever before. The UAM Sports Association is the exclusive private fundraising arm of UAM Athletics. Its mission is to raise private … Read more
New Issue Of Sea Life Magazine Available
Courtesy of Kay Crook MONTICELLO - The June 2013 issues of SEA Life Magazine are available in the Fred J. Taylor Library at the free publication table. Some items of interest in this issue are: Hoots – A favorite restaurant in McGehee Your Guide to Men’s Health Screenings Mr. McElroy goes to the Arkansas State Capital (Picture … Read more
Employment Opportunity – Graduate Assistant/Resident Director
Courtesy of Human Relations MONTICELLO – The Office of Residence Life at the University of Arkansas at Monticello is seeking qualified applicants for immediate hire as a graduate assistant/resident director. Position Description: The resident director (RD) is a live-in residential leadership position within the division of ResLife. The position is a 12-month appointment for a … Read more
Community Education Classes For Summer 2013
Courtesy of Memorie Dickson MONTICELLO – The University of Arkansas-Monticello’s Community Education program announced new additions to their summer calendar of activities. Classes include: Pinterest for Kids Instructor: Anna Miller Participate in fun learning activities, create crafts and enjoy snack time favorites from the popular website Pinterest! A $10 material fee is payable to the … Read more
