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UCA History Department

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UCA History Department

The History department at the University of Central Arkansas awards BA, BS, BSE degrees in history.

05/28/2026

Hey! Hey! Our alum Sydney Scroggins (BSE '25) just won the Lakeside School District's "Rookie of the Year" for her outstanding work teaching 7th grade US History and high school civics! She also took several students to the Arkansas History Day state finals!

We're so proud of her amazing work, and we know there's more achievements to come. Check out her appearance on the "History after Hours" podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/season-11-episode-10-trust-but-verify/id1481733865?i=1000769516641

05/12/2026

Sure, it's been more than a week since graduation, but we're so proud of our newest History Department alums that we wanted to show you the scene before everyone marched out to start the ceremony! Congratulations, grads!

05/03/2026

Big shoutout to our Spring 2026 history graduates. We are so grateful to have had so many talented scholars spend their undergrad at UCA, so sad to see them all go🥲.

We wish all of you good luck on your future careers and other education!

05/01/2026

The Department of History was proud to attend the opening of the Arkansas Chinese Heritage Project’s new gallery space in Schichtl Hall this past Saturday.

The event brought together students, faculty, and community members, including UCA President Houston Davis, along with other university leaders, to celebrate and preserve the rich history and contributions of Chinese Arkansans. With over 100 attendees, the opening marks an important step in expanding historical awareness and cultural understanding on campus and beyond.

We’re grateful to be part of a university community committed to telling diverse and meaningful stories.

04/23/2026

History came to life in Dr. Lucas’s HIST 2301 class! 📜

Over the past few weeks, students stepped into the roles of historical figures during a Reacting to the Past game focused on post-Civil War Reconstruction in New Orleans. Through research, debate, and persuasive speeches, they worked to influence the future of Reconstruction, just like the leaders of the era.

Learning history isn’t just about reading it… sometimes you have to live it.👀

04/22/2026

History in action 📚✨

Our students and faculty had an incredible time at the CAHSS Cornerstone Research Conference! From engaging panels and thought-provoking presentations to creative performances, readings, and posters, the event showcased the passion, curiosity, and hard work that define UCA History.

We’re proud of everyone who shared their research and brought history to life, this is what it’s all about! 👏🐻

04/20/2026

Big congratulations to Dr. Zach Smith! 🎉

Dr. Smith has been named the Peter J. Mehl Service-Learning Practitioner of the Year—an honor that recognizes faculty who go above and beyond to connect the classroom with real-world impact.

Through his commitment to service-learning, Dr. Smith not only brings history to life for students, but also builds meaningful partnerships that make a difference across campus and in the community. From thoughtful course design to genuine community engagement, this award reflects the heart behind his work.

We’re proud to have faculty who show what it means to use history in service of others. 👏📚

04/17/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Juan Maefield on receiving the Student Advocacy Award at the University of Central Arkansas’s 73rd Annual Faculty & Staff Recognition Celebration! 🎉

This award recognizes a sustained commitment to student success, and Dr. Maefield’s dedication to supporting and advocating for our students truly embodies that mission. We’re proud to have him in the Department of History!

04/14/2026

A great night celebrating an even greater group of students.

The Ophelia Fisher Reception brought together faculty, students, and families to honor the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our graduating seniors, including five outstanding award winners.

04/07/2026

Senior history major Tyler Boyd presented “Methods: WW1 Research and Analysis for Meuseums” alongside Arkansas National Guard Meuseum Director Raymond Screws at the Arkansas Meuseum Association in Newport.

Drawing on his internship research, Tyler explored how primary sources on Arkansas’ fallen WW1 soldiers can help museums conduct meaningful research more efficiently and expand their historical records. His work not only contributed to Meuseum archives but also led to a published article in the organization’s journal.

We’re proud to see our students making a real impact in the field of public history!👏

04/05/2026

Dr. Angela Adams represented UCA History along with Harding University at the National Council for History Education Conference in Montgomery, AL over spring break and was recently honored with the AEGISS Award for excellence in grants impact and stewardship. Join us in celebrating her continued leadership in Arkansas History Day and beyond!

Address

201 Donaghey Avenue
Conway, AR
72035

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

http://uca.edu/history

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