 UA School of Law ranked 94th in the nation
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“U.S. News and World Report has ranked the UA School of Law 94th in its 2010 "America's Best Graduate Schools" edition, putting the school in the top tier of law schools in the country. "We are thrilled to be included among the top-tier law schools," said Cynthia Nance, dean of the UA School of Law.”
Hot on the job beat, listen to advice in rhyme
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“While helping students get on the right career path, the UA Career Development Center is staying hip with the times by creating their own rap production.
The "UA Career Development Center Rap" surfaced earlier this year when the U.S. economy and job outlook were at their worst.”
Careers can start at home
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“Job openings for college graduates are in short supply. Many companies that employ thousands of Arkansas workers around the state are cutting jobs to save money.
The UA, one of the top five employers in Northwest Arkansas, however, will not cut jobs. In fact, the UA is still hiring, employment director Beth Arbuthnot said.”
Career fairs on despite bad times
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“Career fairs, like the Walton Business Career Fair, encourage students to work on networking skills and search for employment opportunities, but some students leave feeling more frustrated than motivated.
"About 90 percent of all the companies I've talked to have just given me a bunch of statements about their company and then said 'just apply online,'" said Abigail Brock, a senior marketing management major.”
Renovating the Fourth Estate
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“This edition of the Traveler represents the ending of an era. Newspaper printers are cooling off for good. Thousands have lost their jobs. Most of all, the Internet is once again flaunting its magnificent power to shape industry. Journalism is dashing through an age of metamorphosis.”
It's not the end
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“Another year gone, another nearly 100 issues of the Traveler read. As readers might have already heard, big adjustments are in store for the 103-year-old student newspaper, and these changes are positive ones - the Traveler is poised to offer more campus and local coverage, as well as new, exciting ways readers can receive news content.”
ASG president says 'thank you'
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“It is hard to believe that this year is coming to a close. It's that time of the year to wrap things up and pass the reigns over to the new Associated Student Government executives. I want to take a few moments to thank some important people and to share with you some of our successes in the ASG this year.”
Summer sports are back!
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“Summer is here! That means new activities are about to begin in the beautiful weather. The more popular summer activities are centered on lake sports, hiking and climbing.
Hiking local trails is popular because working out in nature often provides a calming experience.”
Meet Bugsy - also known as the 'Dickson Street dog'
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“If you decide to spend some time on Dickson Street, you might expect to find shopping, restaurants and bars, but what you might not expect is Bugsy, the top dog of Dickson Street.
Bugsy spends most of his time guarding Flying Possum Leather, a store specializing in handcrafted acoustic and leather guitar straps, but he also makes social trips around Dickson with his owner, Bruce Walker.”
Generation 'Look at Me' caught in a catch-22
by The TravelerApr 28, 2009“It's that time of year. Finals again. The library is so full its like hunting season in the jungle trying to get a computer. I was actually attacked by a woman the other day. Everyone is so stressed you can almost see cartoon bubbles over their heads with exclamation and question marks.” | News Topics
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