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Word from The Waldrip Student Center

Welcome to campus! There are are a lot of great events and opportunities coming up in Bumpers College. This page will help you keep track of them. 

If you have any questions or problems with your schedule, please contact the student services team in the Waldrip Student Center (AGRI 205) by email aflsdean@uark.edu or call 479-575-2252. 

 

Important Dates

  • Jan. 27: Drop Full Semester without "W" deadline
  • Feb. 1: Bumpers Study Abroad Scholarship application due for summer/fall.
  • Feb. 1: Bumpers Study Abroad Faculty-Led programs applications due for summer.
  • Feb. 11: All Careers Fair | UARK Ballroom 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Feb 15 : Scholarship Application Due
  • Feb. 15: Bumpers Ambassador Application Due 
  • Feb. 18: Teacher Education Career Fair | UARK Ballroom 3:30-5:30 p.m.
  • Feb. 19: Health & Helping Professions Career Fair | UARK Ballroom 2-4 p.m.
  • Feb. 27: Hospitality & Friends Career Fair | UARK Ballroom 2-4 p.m.

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Bumpers Honors Program

  • Check back here for updates about the Bumpers Honors Program.
Got Questions? Email us!

Bumpers Honors Program: aflshnrs@uark.edu,

Associate Dean Dr. Lona Robertson: ljrobert@uark.edu

Coordinator for Honors Programs Dr. Isabel Whitehead-Adams: iwhitehe@uark.edu


Get Involved

Bumpers Ambassador Applications are open for the 2025 2026 academic year. The applications will be open January first to Feburary fifteenth.

Graduate and Professional Student Congress in partnership with the office of innovation and entrepreneurship presents February 2025 policy dialouge. Thursday 13th, 2025 from 5 to 6 p.m. on teams. Click the image to register.

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Apparel Merchandising and Product Development Global Experinces Minor. Study 12 weeks at the University of Arkansas Rome Center summer 2025. May intercession (May 12 - 23) 2 week course. Summer 1 (may 27 - june 27) Trend forecasting fashion styling. Summer 2 (june 30 - August 1) Global apparel sustainability. The program fee includes housing, welcome dinner, activities (regional tours). This does not include tuition, study abroad fees, CISI insurance, meals and airfare. For more information contact Dr. Laurie Apple at lapple@uark.edu

Scholarship applications are now open. The applications will be open January first to Feburary fifteenth.

click image to learn more about multiple 9-week paid summer internships through the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture research and extension.

Perrotis College: A division of American Farm School. Learn all about summer and fall 2025 in Greece! An information session will be hosted on Thursday February 6, at noon. Click the image to register for the Zoom meeting.

Torrey Advisory Group, a boutique Capitol Hill lobbying firm with a primary focus on food and agriculture, is seeking rising juniors and seniors in college with an interest in agricultural policy for its internship program in Washington, DC. The ideal intern will bring an enthusiasm for learning, a strong work ethic, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. This paid position will interact with the firm’s other team members to provide support on various legislative and communications projects. Responsibilites include Monitoring relevant legislative, regulatory, and political issues Attending hearings, markups, briefings, and other meetings as needed Researching issues and drafting issue briefs and content for client communications Assisting staff with coalition maintenance Interacting with clients professionally Assisting with office projects. Qualifications include Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to learn and work independently and proactively Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Please send a one-page résumé, cover letter, pertinent writing sample (maximum 3 pages), and references in one document to: csowinski@torreydc.com. We are accepting applications through February 7, 2025. Internship length is flexible. Learn more about us by visitingtorreydc.com.

You are invited to Mind Your Manrrs February 18th, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Come learn about professional etiquette with Dr. Lona Robertson (Associate Dean of Bumpers College). Dinner is being catered by Chartwells. The event will be hosted in DTAS Waldrip Hall with a dress code of the event being business professional. All students are welcome to register, click this image to fill out the register form.

College of Ag Poster Networking Event will be hosted February 20, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the AFLS Atrium. For more information email derico@uark.edu. Click this image to view the form to reserve a space!

UAConnect is being replaced by Workday this spring. This is where students will accept financial aid, complete onboarding, and register for their fall 2025 classes. Current students can apply to help at registration tables where they'll answer questions and help with enrollment. Additionally students will be selected to help at front desks. The postion pays $12 an hour up to 20 hours a week. Tabling occurs daily from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., but you don't have to work every session. Training and tabling runs March 3rd to May 2nd

The university of arkansas hospitality program presents the passport to success career fair. On February 27th from 2 - 4 p.m. in the Uark Ballroom. Click the image to register for the event!

Join the 10-week program designed to teach students how to develop the entrepreneurial mindset. Learn more about what the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation has to offer, including valuable skills such as networking with local businesses and event planning. The first meeting will be February 11th

Crop Genetics an d Genomics REEU. Research and extension experince for undergraduates. From May 27th to July 25th. Opportunitues to conduct research, participate in feild trips, foster professional development and gain knowledge about scientific careers. Click the image for more information and application details!


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(479) 575-2252
aflsdean@uark.edu 
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