People often joke about the poor diet of the average college student; however, for some, it's a very serious issue. To ensure that none of its students or staff members go hungry, the UA is establishing a food pantry.
Ozarks At Large
Today we hear from Mel Brooks, the comedy legend, about how he developed Young Frankenstein into a film and staged musical. Plus two holiday musical events this weekend are previewed and more.Mel Brooks, the comedy legend, talked to Kevin Kinder of Northwest Arkansas Newspapers about how he developed Young Frankenstein and why he can't recall much about Fayetteville.
To hear more from Mel Brooks, click here.
On this edition of Ozarks, a photographic record of a modern ghost town in eastern Oklahoma, a new invention that might change how poultry litter is applied to fields in the Ozarks and more.Walton Arts Center has holiday music, holiday comedy and a Mel Brooks classic coming to the stage.
Two area photographers recently visited a modern ghost town, Picher, just west of the Arkansas border. To view photos from the visit go to www.hudsonphotos.blogspot.com and www.facebook.com/novostudio.On this edition of Ozarks at Large, Arkansas Senator Mark Pryor discusses Don't Ask, Don't Tell, the lame duck Congress, and more. Plus, an audit that you can look forward to scheduling, and how to put about a million Christmas songs into three minutes.
Youth Bridge is preparing to host its 3rd annual It's a Wonderful Life gala next week.
Few people look forward to an audit, but an energy audit can save a home or office cash.
On this edition of the show, a report about the expansion plans for Walton Arts Center, announced last night. Click here to listen to an exclusive interview with Walton Art Center CEO Peter Lane. Plus, Dr. Reem Bassiouney from Georgetown University talks about her book "The Pistachio Seller," and her readings in Fayetteville today and tonight. We also welcome The Waymores to the Firmin Garner Performance Studio before their concert tonight at Goodfolk in Fayetteville.
Latest Edition of Ozarks at Large
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Ahead on this edition of Weekend Ozarks, the sacrifices some professors make when they sign on as an adjunct instructor. Plus, the personal papers of the prominent Arkansas politician Dale Bumpers are opened at the University of Arkansas.
Mark Landon Smith, the Executive Artistic Director for Arts Live, says the approaching season includes more plays and exciting news about a radio play.
To hear Mark's suggestions on how adults can see if they have the acting bug, click here.
"Kidney Stew" by Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson with the Cannonball Adderley Quintet
Wednesday Northwest Arkansas Community College offers a streamlined open house to help new students get ready for the fall semester.
To hear today's Writer's Alamanac, visit their website here
"Mick O'Connor's" by Seamus Eagan
FORGE, one of two a community-based revolving loan fund in Arkansas, helps small business owners and farmers in the Ozarks who would likely be turned down by conventional commercial banks. And as Jacqueline Froelich reports, the twenty-two year old micro-lender has just been infused with some major cash.
For more information visit forgeonline.com
College Career Centers assist students with the job hunting process by teaching resume writing, interview skills and job search strategies. Now, they're also helping students find the proper attire for their interviews.
For more information on the Walton College Career Center Closet, visit waltoncollege.uark.edu.
For more information on the UA Fort Smith Professional Clothing Closet, visit uafortsmith.edu.
