Harvest Fest in Nashville October 31st
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight at UA Cossatot
Lizz Garza
In Observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Center for Student Success would like to recognize some of our UA Cossatot Hispanic employees that are making an impact on our students throughout the month of September -October!
Lizz Nayeli Garza has been an employee of the college since 2015 as a work study, part time in 2016 and became full time in 2018 working in Student Services as an Admissions Advisor and Recruiter. Her family originates from Tamaulipas Mexico. Lizz graduated in 2019 with her bachelor’s degree in University Studies and is working towards her Masters in College Counseling and Student Affairs with SAU. Her ultimate goal is to one day become a Licensed Professional Councilor (LPC) and work in a community college setting. Besides her working in student services at UA Cossatot she also donates her time as one of two student ambassador sponsors. Lizz states “to be Hispanic, for me, means to be proud of all my ancestors and acknowledge the sacrifices they made for me to be all that I am today. It means working for a better tomorrow for future generations for the yesterday that my ancestors created.” We are proud to have Lizz Garza in our campus community!
UA Appoints First Woman to Lead College of Engineering as Dean
Kim Needy, dean of the Graduate School and International Education at the University of Arkansas, has been named to a one-year appointment as dean of the College of Engineering.
Needy will replace John English, who will assume the role of vice chancellor for research and innovation in November. Needy will be the first woman to lead the College of Engineering as dean, according to a UA news release sent Tuesday (Sept. 29).
https://talkbusiness.net/2020/09/ua-appoints-first-woman-to-lead-college-of-engineering-as-dean
UA appoints first woman to lead College of Engineering as dean - Talk Business & Politics
Kim Needy, dean of the Graduate School and International Education at the University of Arkansas, has been named to a one-year appointment as dean of the College of Engineering. Needy will replace John English, who will assume the role of vice chancellor for research and innovation in November.
UAMS Modeling Shows Fewer Long-term Cases, But State Still Seeing ‘Significant Growth’
Updated COVID-19 modeling from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences shows a possible long-term reduction in cases, and also provides survey results indicating that most Arkansans wear masks but a majority do not support the opening of schools.
The update, posted Tuesday (Sept. 29), notes that mid-term modeling predicts 124,054 known cumulative cases and 2,501 deaths by Nov. 15.
UAMS modeling shows fewer long-term cases, but state still seeing 'significant growth' - Talk Business & Politics
Updated COVID-19 modeling from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences shows a possible long-term reduction in cases, and also provides survey results indicating that most Arkansans wear masks but a majority do not support the opening of schools. The update, posted Tuesday (Sept.
Arkansas School Superintendent Dies From COVID-19
An Arkansas school superintendent died Tuesday from the illness caused by the coronavirus, as a White House task force said the state continued to have one of the highest rates of new virus cases in the country.
The Atkins School District announced that Superintendent Jody Jenkins died due to complications from COVID-19. Jenkins, 57, announced on Sept. 13 that he had tested positive for the virus and had been hospitalized for the past several days.
https://www.ualrpublicradio.org/post/arkansas-school-superintendent-dies-covid-19
Arkansas School Superintendent Dies From COVID-19
An Arkansas school superintendent died Tuesday from the illness caused by the coronavirus, as a White House task force said the state continued to have one of the highest rates of new virus cases in the country. The Atkins School District announced that Superintendent Jody Jenkins died due to complications from COVID-19.
UAMS Northwest Receives Grant to Develop Rural Residency Training Track
A federal Health Resources and Services Administration grant award is enabling the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest to develop a rural training track for medical school residents. Family physician Ronald Brimberry, M.D., an associate professor at UAMS-NW’s Family Medicine Residency Program, will direct the training track.
https://www.kuaf.com/post/uams-northwest-receives-grant-develop-rural-residency-training-track
UAMS Northwest Receives Grant to Develop Rural Residency Training Track
A federal Health Resources and Services Administration grant award is enabling the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest to develop a rural training track for medical school residents. Family physician Ronald Brimberry, M.D., an associate professor at UAMS-NW's Family Medicine Residency Program, will direct the training track.
DHS Launches Campaign to Encourage Childhood Vaccinations
Arkansas has seen a decline in childhood vaccinations compared to last year. ARKids First and the Department of Human Services have launched the Don't Wait, Vaccinate! campaign to encourage parents who may have delayed their children's vaccinations due to the pandemic to get those vaccines now.
https://www.kuaf.com/post/dhs-launches-campaign-encourage-childhood-vaccinations
DHS Launches Campaign to Encourage Childhood Vaccinations
Arkansas has seen a decline in childhood vaccinations compared to last year. ARKids First and the Department of Human Services have launched the Don't Wait, Vaccinate! campaign to encourage parents who may have delayed their children's vaccinations due to the pandemic to get those vaccines now.
Wednesday COVID-19 Update from the AR Department of Health
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,206
Total Active Cases: 7
Total Recovered Cases: 1,181
Total Deaths: 18
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 482
Total Active Cases: 17
Total Recovered Cases: 453
Total Deaths: 12
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 359
Total Active Cases: 9
Total Recovered Cases: 325
Total Deaths: 25
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 268
Total Active Cases: 15
Total Recovered Cases: 249
Total Deaths: 4
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 231
Total Active Cases: 12
Total Recovered Cases: 216
Total Deaths: 3
LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today's update on Arkansas's COVID-19 response.
In its Wednesday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 942 new cases; 7,009 active cases; 490 hospitalized, which is unchanged from Tuesday; 93 on ventilators, which is down 4 from Tuesday; deaths added today, 19, for a total of 1,369; a total of 83,697 cases; 73,007 recoveries; PCR tests, 8,184; antigen tests, 1,405.
The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Pulaski, 51; Washington, 43; Craighead, 39; Benton, 28; and Faulkner, 26.
Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:
“Today’s numbers show a continued decline in our 7-day positivity rate with consistently high testing numbers each day. We have administered over 1 million COVID-19 tests since March and we have the infrastructure and supplies to increase our capacity as needed.”
Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:
New State Record for Arkansas, Gator Just Shy of 14 Feet Long
The New State Record for Arkansas! Measuring in at 13’ 11.5” and weighing 800lbs. I’ve got to give a shoutout to everyone that played a huge part in me being able to harvest such a Giant! God for blessing me with the opportunity, my wife for being so supportive of me being gone these last 2 weekends, and all my family and friends for the help along the way! I can’t stop smiling!!!
Travis Bearden said he, his father, brother, and best friend harvested the 800-pound gator at Lake Merrisach, just south of Gillett around 11 p.m.
UA Cossatot Holds Induction Ceremony for Student Ambassadors
Photo - (from left to right) First row: Belen Hernandez, America Rojas, Vanessa Hernandez, Marisol Gonzalez, Jhamilex Hernandez, Gisselle Gomez, Kailynne Chaney, Mackynze Dollarhide, Briza Perez, Kasey Barton, and Alliyah Lovell. Second row: Dr. Steve Cole, Jonathan Hagler, Maya Fant, Dillon Cheater, Kendra Rodriguez, Diana Hernandez, David Serrano, and Kara Earnest.
Scholarship Opportunity is Available for High School Students Taking Classes at UA Cossatot
Hispanic Culture Presentation on Facebook Live 2PM Today
UA Cossatot’s Pharmacy Technician Program will Begin in October
Tuesday COVID-19 Numbers and Maps
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,203
Total Active Cases: 8
Total Recovered Cases: 1,177
Total Deaths: 18
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 472
Total Active Cases: 11
Total Recovered Cases: 449
Total Deaths: 12
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 358
Total Active Cases: 12
Total Recovered Cases: 321
Total Deaths: 25
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 266
Total Active Cases: 13
Total Recovered Cases: 249
Total Deaths: 4
COVID-19 Metrics for Pike County
Total Cumulative Cases: 230
Total Active Cases: 12
Total Recovered Cases: 215
Total Deaths: 3
VIDEO: Governor Hutchinson Provides COVID-19 Update Tuesday (09.29.20) 130PM
Governor Asa Hutchinson provides an update to media on Tuesday, September 29, 2020, live at 1:30 p.m. regarding Arkansas's COVID-19 response. (Click on Play Button Above)
Little Rock Teachers Won't Show Up For In-Person Classes Because Of COVID
The Little Rock teachers union says its members won't show up for in-person classes due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus in schools.
The Little Rock Education Association said Sunday its members are willing to teach classes virtually, but accused district administrators of not doing enough to prevent the virus's spread.
https://www.ualrpublicradio.org/post/little-rock-teachers-wont-show-person-classes-because-covid
Little Rock Teachers Won't Show Up For In-Person Classes Because Of COVID
The Little Rock teachers union says its members won't show up for in-person classes due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus in schools. The Little Rock Education Association said Sunday its members are willing to teach classes virtually, but accused district administrators of not doing enough to prevent the virus's spread.
Justice Department Appeals Decision to Extend Census Deadline
A judge ruled Thursday the deadline to complete the 2020 Census is being extended from Sept. 30 to Oct. 31. The Justice Department filed an appeal Friday. As the issue works its way through the courts, Arkansas Counts is encouraging Arkansans to complete the survey by Sept. 30.
https://www.kuaf.com/post/justice-department-appeals-decision-extend-census-deadline
Justice Department Appeals Decision to Extend Census Deadline
A judge ruled Thursday the deadline to complete the 2020 Census is being extended from Sept. 30 to Oct. 31. The Justice Department filed an appeal Friday. As the issue works its way through the courts, Arkansas Counts is encouraging Arkansans to complete the survey by Sept. 30.
Arkansas Rice Donated to the Needy
Arkansas is the top rice producing state in the country and several mills around the state made a significant donation Tuesday (Sept. 22) to help the impoverished. The Arkansas rice industry donated 153,500 pounds of rice to the Arkansas Food Bank in honor of National Rice Month. The donation from seven mills will provide over 1.5 million servings of rice to help feed families, children, and seniors all across the state.
https://talkbusiness.net/2020/09/arkansas-rice-mills-donate-153000-pounds-of-rice-to-the-needy/
Arkansas rice mills donate 153,000 pounds of rice to the needy - Talk Business & Politics
Arkansas is the top rice producing state in the country and several mills around the state made a significant donation Tuesday (Sept. 22) to help the impoverished. The Arkansas rice industry donated 153,500 pounds of rice to the Arkansas Food Bank in honor of National Rice Month.
Walton Family Foundation Creates Chief Strategy Officer Position
Bentonville-based Walton Family Foundation (WFF) said Friday (Sept. 25) it has created a chief strategy officer position and filled it with former UNICEF USA executive Chelsea Peters.
In the new role, Peters will be a key advisor for executive director Caryl Stern. Stern also worked previously for UNICEF USA before WFF hired her last year.
https://talkbusiness.net/2020/09/walton-family-foundation-creates-chief-strategy-officer-position/
Walton Family Foundation creates chief strategy officer position - Talk Business & Politics
Bentonville-based Walton Family Foundation (WFF) said Friday (Sept. 25) it has created a chief strategy officer position and filled it with former UNICEF USA executive Chelsea Peters. In the new role, Peters will be a key advisor for executive director Caryl Stern. Stern also worked previously for UNICEF USA before WFF hired her last year.
Monday COVID-19 Update from the AR Dept of Health
COVID-19 Metrics for Sevier County
Total Cumulative Cases: 1,203
Total Active Cases: 8
Total Recovered Cases: 1,177
Total Deaths: 18
COVID-19 Metrics for Howard County
Total Cumulative Cases: 471
Total Active Cases: 14
Total Recovered Cases: 447
Total Deaths: 10
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 358
Total Active Cases: 14
Total Recovered Cases: 319
Total Deaths: 25
COVID-19 Metrics for Polk County
Total Cumulative Cases: 261
Total Active Cases: 9
Total Recovered Cases: 248
Total Deaths: 4
COVID-19 Metrics for Little River County
Total Cumulative Cases: 358
Total Active Cases: 14
Total Recovered Cases: 319
Total Deaths: 25
LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson provided today's update on Arkansas's COVID-19 response.
In its Monday update, the Arkansas Department of Health reported 807 new cases; 7,142 active cases; 496 hospitalized, which is up 35 from Sunday; 99 on ventilators, which is up 13 from Sunday; deaths added today, 21, for a total of 1,329; a total of 82,049 cases; 71,509 recoveries; PCR tests, 7,056; antigen tests, 9.
The Health Department reported that the top counties for new cases are Pulaski, 74; Sebastian, 37; Craighead, 29; Garland, 26; and Faulkner, 25.
Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers:
“There are 807 new confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in Arkansas. It’s critical that we all continue following the guidance of our public health officials to slow the spread of this virus. I will have updates on our testing efforts and the White House Task Force report at tomorrow’s weekly briefing.”
Here are today's COVID-19 statewide numbers:
